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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 has the following circuits:

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

The engine control module (ECM) supplies 5 volts to the MAP sensor on the 5-volt reference circuit. The ECM, also, 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 should detect a low signal voltage at a low MAP, such as during an idle or a deceleration. The ECM 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). The MAP sensor is also used 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 ECM monitors the MAP sensor signal for voltage outside of the normal range.

The ECM calculates a predicted value for the MAP sensor based on throttle position (TP) and engine speed. The ECM then compares the predicted value to the actual MAP sensor signal. If the ECM detects that the MAP sensor signal is not within the predicted range, DTC P0106 sets.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC P0106 Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Performance

Conditions for Running the DTC
    • DTC P0068, P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0120, P0122, P0123, P0125, P0128, P0130, P0131, P0132, P0133, P0134, P0135, P0171, P0172, P0201, P0202, P0203, P0204, P0220, P0222, P0223, P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0336, P0340, P0341, P0442, P0446, P0452, P0453, P0455, P0496, P0502, P0506, P0507, P1133, P1134, P1516, P1680, P1681, P1682, P2101, P2119, P2120, P2122, P2123, P2125, P2127, P2128, P2135, P2138, or P2176 are not set.
    • The engine run time is more than 60 seconds.
    • The change in engine speed is less than 50 RPM.
    • The engine speed is between 600-6,200 RPM.
    • The change in throttle angle is less than 2 percent.
    • The torque converter clutch (TCC) is stable to within 1.3 percent.
    • DTC P0106 runs continuously when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

The ECM detects that the MAP sensor voltage is outside of the predicted range for more than 12 seconds.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
    • The control module illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the second consecutive ignition cycle that the diagnostic runs and fails.
    • The control module records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The first time the diagnostic fails, the control module stores this information in the Failure Records. If the diagnostic reports a failure on the second consecutive ignition cycle, the control module records the operating conditions at the time of the failure. The control module writes the operating conditions to the Freeze Frame and updates the Failure Records.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
    • The control module turns OFF the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
    • 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 emission related diagnostic.
    • Clear the MIL and the DTC with a scan tool.

Test Description

The number below refers to the step number on the diagnostic table.

  1. This step tests the ability of the MAP sensor to correctly indicate BARO.

  1. The measurement noted in this step will be used in subsequent steps if the measurement does not exceed the specified value.

  1. This step calculates the resistance in the 5-volt reference circuit.

  1. This step calculates the resistance in the low reference circuit.

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

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

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Inspect for the following conditions:

    • Disconnected, damaged, or incorrectly routed vacuum hoses
    • Missing or damaged manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor seal
    • Restrictions in the MAP sensor vacuum source
    • Intake manifold vacuum leaks

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 3

3

Important: The vehicle used for the comparison is not limited to the same type of vehicle as is being serviced. A vehicle known to provide an accurate reading is acceptable.

Do you have access to another vehicle in which the MAP sensor pressure can be observed with a scan tool?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

  1. In both vehicles, turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the MAP sensor pressure with a scan tool.
  3. Observe the MAP sensor pressure in the known good vehicle with a scan tool.
  4. Compare the values.

Is the difference between the values less than the specified value?

3 kPa

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 11

5

Important: The Altitude vs. Barometric Pressure table indicates a pressure range for a given altitude under normal weather conditions. Weather conditions consisting of very low or very high pressure and/or very low or very high temperature may cause a reading to be slightly out of range.

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Observe the MAP sensor pressure with a scan tool. Refer to Altitude Versus Barometric Pressure .
  3. The MAP sensor pressure should be within the range specified for your altitude.

Does the MAP sensor indicate the correct barometric pressure?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 11

6
  1. Observe the MAP sensor pressure with a scan tool.
  2. Start the engine.

Does the MAP sensor pressure change?

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Go to Step 7

Go to Step 11

7
  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Remove the MAP sensor from the engine vacuum source. Leave the MAP sensor connected to the engine harness.
  3. Connect a J 23738-A Mityvac to the MAP sensor.
  4. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  5. Observe the MAP sensor pressure with the scan tool.
  6. Apply vacuum to the MAP sensor with the J 23738-A in 1 inch Hg increments until 15 inches Hg is reached. Each 1 inch Hg should decrease MAP sensor pressure by 3-4 kPa.

Is the decrease in MAP sensor pressure consistent?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 11

8

Apply vacuum with the J 23738-A until 20 inches Hg is reached.

Is the MAP sensor pressure less than the specified value?

34 kPa

Go to Step 9

Go to Step 11

9

Disconnect the J 23738-A from the MAP sensor.

Does the MAP sensor pressure return to the value observed in step 4 or 5?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 27

10

Inspect for the following conditions:

    • Incorrect cam timing--Refer to Camshaft Timing Chain, Sprocket, and Tensioner Replacement for the correct timing.
    • Restricted exhaust flow-- Refer to Restricted Exhaust.
    • Worn piston rings--Refer to Engine Compression Test.

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Go to Step 29

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections

11

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.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 12

12
  1. Disconnect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
  2. Observe the MAP sensor parameter with the scan tool.

Is the voltage less than the specified value?

0.1 V

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 19

13

Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit of the MAP sensor to a good ground with a DMM. Refer to Circuit Testing. Note the measurement as Supply voltage.

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

5.2 V

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 14

14

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

4.8 V

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 21

15

  1. Connect a test lamp and a DMM in series between the 5-volt reference circuit and the low reference circuit of the MAP sensor, at the harness connector.
  2. Measure the amperage, with the DMM. Note the measurement as Amperage.

Is the amperage equal to the specified value?

0 mA

Go to Step 24

Go to Step 16

16

  1. Remove the DMM from the circuit.
  2. Connect the test lamp between the 5-volt reference circuit and the low reference circuit of the MAP sensor, at the harness connector.
  3. Measure the voltage from the 5-volt reference circuit at the test lamp to a good ground, with the DMM. Note the measurement as Load voltage drop.

    4. Important: Before any calculations are performed, ensure that all measurements are converted into like units, for example volts/amps or millivolts/milliamps.

  4. Subtract the Load voltage drop from the Supply voltage. Note the result as Supply voltage drop.
  5. Divide the Supply voltage drop by the Amperage.

Is the result more than the specified value?

5 ohms

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 17

17

  1. Measure the voltage from the low reference circuit of the MAP sensor at the test lamp to a good ground, with the DMM. Note the result as Low reference voltage drop.

    2. Important: Before any calculations are performed, ensure that all measurements are converted into like units, for example volts/amps or millivolts/milliamps.

  2. Divide the Low reference voltage drop by the Amperage.

Is the result more than the specified value?

5 ohms

Go to Step 25

Go to Step 18

18
  1. Remove the test lamp.
  2. Connect a 3-amp fused jumper wire between the 5-volt reference circuit and the signal circuit of the MAP sensor, at the harness connector.
  3. Observe the MAP sensor parameter with the scan tool.

Is the voltage more than the specified value?

4.9 V

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 23

19

Test the MAP sensor signal circuit between the engine control module (ECM) and the MAP sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

20

Test all branches of the 5-volt reference circuit that is shared with the MAP sensor for a short to voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

21

Test the 5-volt reference circuit between the ECM and the MAP sensor for an open or for a short to ground. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

22

Test the 5-volt reference circuit between the ECM and the MAP sensor for high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

23

Test the MAP sensor signal circuit between the ECM and the MAP sensor for the following:

    • An open
    • A short to ground
    • High resistance
         Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

24

Test the low reference circuit between the ECM and the MAP sensor for an open. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

25

Test the low reference circuit between the ECM and the MAP sensor for high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 26

26

Test for shorted terminals and for poor connections at the ECM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 29

Go to Step 28

27

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

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 29

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28

Replace the ECM. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 29

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29
  1. Clear the DTCs with the 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. You may also operate the vehicle within the Conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records.

Did the DTC fail this ignition?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 30

30

Observe the Capture Info with a scan tool.

Are there any DTCs that have not been diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List - Vehicle

System OK