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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 engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the MAP sensor on the 5-volt reference circuit. The ECM provides a ground on the low reference circuit. The MAP sensor provides a signal to the ECM on the MAP sensor signal circuit which is relative to the pressure changes in the manifold. The ECM detects a low signal voltage at a low MAP, such as during an idle or a deceleration. The ECM detects 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). The MAP sensor is also used 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 MAP sensor contains the following circuits:

    • A 5-volt reference
    • A low reference
    • A MAP sensor signal

If the ECM detects that the MAP sensor pressure/voltage is too low, DTC P0107 sets.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0107 Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Circuit Low Voltage.

Conditions for Running the DTC - European Emissions

Conditions 1

    • No throttle position (TP) sensor or idle speed control (ISC) DTCs.
    • The engine speed is less than 2,500 RPM.
    • DTC P0107 runs continuously once the above conditions are met.

Conditions 2

    • No TP sensor DTCs.
    • The TP sensor angle is more than 30.0 degrees.
    • The engine speed is less than 4,000 RPM.
    • DTC P0107 runs continuously once the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC - European Emissions

Condition 1: The ECM detects that the MAP sensor is less than 12 kPa.

Conditions 2: The ECM detects that the MAP sensor is less than 11.5 kPa.

Conditions for Setting the DTC - Non European Emissions

An open or short to ground condition exists.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets - European Emissions

    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
    • The ECM will record operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information will be stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records buffers.
    • A history DTC is stored.
    • The coolant fan turns ON.
    • The ECM will substitute a fixed MAP value and use the TP to control the fuel delivery. The scan tool will not show defaulted.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets - Non European Emissions

    • The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will illuminate.
    • The ECM will substitute a fixed MAP value and use the TP to control the fuel delivery. The scan tool will not show the defaulted value.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC - European Emissions

    • The MIL will turn OFF after 4 consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.
    • A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a fault.
    • DTCs can be cleared by using the scan tool.
    • Disconnect the ECM battery feed for more than 10 seconds.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC - Non European Emissions

    • The MIL will turn OFF when the diagnostic runs and passes.
    • DTCs can be cleared by using the scan tool.
    • Disconnect the ECM battery feed for more than 10 seconds.

Diagnostic Aids

    • If a shared 5-volt reference circuit is shorted to ground or shorted to a voltage, the other 5-volt reference circuits may be affected.
    • For an intermittent condition, refer to Intermittent Conditions .

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Engine 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. Start the engine.
  2. Allow the engine to reach the normal operating temperature.
  3. Observe the DTC Information with a scan tool.

Did DTC P0107 fail this ignition?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn OFF the ignition for 30 seconds.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Diagnostic Aids

4

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector.
  3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  4. Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit of the MAP sensor to a good ground.

Is the voltage within the specified range?

4.8-5.2 V

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5

  1. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the 5-volt reference circuit and the signal circuit of the MAP sensor.
  2. Observe the MAP sensor parameter with a scan tool.

Is the pressure more than the specified value?

102 kPa

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

6

Important: The 5-volt reference circuits are internally and externally connected at the ECM. Other component DTCs may be set. If other DTCs are set, review the electrical schematic and diagnose the applicable circuits and components.

Test the 5-volt reference circuit of the MAP sensor for the following conditions:

    • An open
    • A short to ground
    • High resistance

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

7

Test the signal circuit of the MAP sensor for the following conditions:

    • An open
    • A short to ground
    • High resistance

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 12

Go to Step 9

8

Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection 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 12

Go to Step 10

9

Test for an intermittent and for a poor connection at the engine control module (ECM). 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 12

Go to Step 11

10

Replace the MAP sensor. Refer to Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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11

Replace the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 12

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12

  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.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 13

13

Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK