Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
DTC P0106: MAP Sensor Vacuum Connection Problem
- Reset the ECM with the HDS (see HDS CLEAR COMMAND ).
- Start the engine and keep the engine speed at 1,000 RPM for one minute with the transmission in Park or neutral position.
- Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC P0106 indicated?
- YES - Go to step 8.
- NO - Go to step 4.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Check the MAP SENSOR in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Does it indicate atmospheric pressure?
- YES - Go to step 7.
- NO - Replace the MAP sensor.
- Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Start the engine.
- Check the MAP SENSOR in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is about 40.0 kPa (12.0 in.Hg, 300 mmHg), or 1.23 V or less indicated within 1 second after starting the engine?
- YES - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the MAP sensor and the ECM.
- NO - Go to step 10.
- Check for a vacuum leak between the MAP sensor and the throttle body.
Is there a leak?
- YES - Repair the vacuum leak.
- NO - Go to step 11.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Check the MAP SENSOR in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Does it indicate atmospheric pressure?
- YES - Go to step 14.
- NO - Replace the MAP sensor.
- Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then turn the ignition switch OFF.
- Start the engine.
- Check the MAP SENSOR in the DATA LIST with the HDS.
Is about 40.0 kPa (12.0 in.Hg, 300 mmHg), or 1.23 V or less indicated within 1 second after starting the engine?
- YES - Update the ECM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM; 2000-2001 M/T models (see HOW TO SUBSTITUTE THE ECM FOR TESTING PURPOSES (2000-2001 M/T MODELS) ), 2002-2006 M/T models and CVT model (see ECM UPDATING AND SUBSTITUTION FOR TESTING-2002-2006 M/T MODELS AND CVT MODEL ), then recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good ECM, replace the original ECM (see ECM REPLACEMENT ).
- NO - Replace the MAP sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
