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Circuit Description

The manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor responds to pressure changes in the intake manifold. The pressure changes occur based on the engine load. The MAP sensor ha the following circuits:

    • A 5-volt reference circuit
    • A low reference circuit
    • A signal circuit

The powertrain control module (PCM) supplies 5 volts to the MAP sensor on the 5-volt reference circuit. The PCM also provides a ground on the low reference circuit. The MAP sensor provides a signal to the PCM on the signal circuit which is relative to the pressure changes in the manifold. The PCM should detect a low signal voltage at a low MAP, such as during an idle or deceleration. The PCM should detect a high signal voltage at a high MAP, such as the ignition is ON, with the engine OFF, or at a wide open throttle (WOT). Certain vehicle models will also use the MAP sensor in order to determine the barometric pressure (BARO). This occurs when the ignition switch is turned ON, with the engine OFF. The BARO reading may also be updated whenever the engine is operated at WOT. The PCM monitors the MAP sensor signal for voltage outside of the normal range. IF the PCM detects a MAP sensor signal voltage that is intermittently high, DTC P1106 will set.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • DTCs P1120, P1125, P1220, P1221, P1275, P1276, P1280, P1281, P1285, P1286, P1514, P1515, P1516, P1517, or P1518 are not set.
    • The engine has been running for a length of time that is determined by the start-up coolant temperature. The length of time ranges from 4 minutes at less than -30°C (-22°F) to 30 seconds or less at more than +30°C (+86°F).
    • The throttle angel is 0 percent when engine speed is less than 1,200 RPM.
        OR
    • The throttle angle is less than 20 percent when engine speed is more than 1.200 RPM.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The MAP sensor voltage is more than 4.9 volts for 20 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

    • The control module stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.
    • The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The control module stores this information in the Failure Records.
    • The driver information center, if equipped, may display a message.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    • A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
    • A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.
    • Clear the DTC with a scan tool.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

  1. The fault is currently not present. Many intermittent open or shorted circuits come and go with harness and connector movement caused by vibration, engine torque, and bumps. This step attempts to recreate the fault which set the DTC.

  2. This step tests the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage, and tests the low reference circuit for an open.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Monitor the DTC Information using the scan tool.

Does the scan tool indicate that DTC P0641 or P0108 is current?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

Go to Step 3

3

Does the scan tool indicate that the MAP sensor voltage is greater than the specified value?

4.9 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4

With a scan tool, observe the MAP sensor voltage while moving the following components:

    • The MAP sensor connector
    • The PCM connector
    • The wiring harness that is related to the MAP sensor

Does the scan tool indicate that the MAP sensor voltage is more than the specified value and holding?

4.9 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 13

5

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.

Does the scan tool indicate that the MAP sensor voltage is less than the specified value?

0.1 V

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 8

6

Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit to the low reference circuit at the MAP sensor electrical connector.

Does the voltage measure within the specified value range?

4.7-5.2 V

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 7

7

Does the voltage measure more than the specified value?

5.2 V

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 9

8

Test the signal circuit of the MAP sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

9

Test the low reference circuit of the MAP sensor for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

10

Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the MAP sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

11

Inspect for poor connections at the MAP sensor. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Intermittent Conditions

12

Inspect for poor connections at the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 13

Go to Intermittent Conditions

13

  1. Clear the DTCs with a scan tool.
  2. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC run and pass?

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Go to Step 14

Go to Step 2

14

With a scan tool, observe the stored information, Capture Info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK