For 1990-2009 cars
Engine Controls Components
Cell 23: Engine Data Sensors
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Handling ESD Sensitive Parts Notice
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### Circuit Description

The PCM uses the MAP sensor to control fuel delivery and ignition timing. The Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor measures the changes in the intake manifold pressure which results from engine load (intake manifold vacuum) and RPM changes due to Throttle Position (TP) changes; and converts these changes into a voltage output. The PCM can detect if the MAP sensor is not responding to the TP changes by comparing the actual MAP change to a predicted MAP change based on the amount of TP change that occurs. If the PCM does not see the expected MAP change or more, a DTC P0106 will set.

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

DTCs P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0121, P0122, P0123, P0131, P0132, P0171, P0172, P0200, P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0325, P0341, P0342, P0404, P0405, P0440, P0442, P0446, P0452, P0453, P0502, P0506, P0507, P0601, P0602 or P1441 are not set.

#### Idle Test

• | Engine speed is greater than 900 RPM.

• | The initial idle MAP is greater than 60 kPa.

• | Throttle Position (TP) is less than 50% and changes more than 8%.

And

MAP does not change as expected when the TP changes.

#### Cruise and Idle Test

• | Engine speed is greater than 900 RPM.

• | The initial idle MAP is less than 65 kPa.

• | Throttle Position (TP) is less than 50% and changes more than 8%.

And

MAP does not change as expected when the TP changes.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• | The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illuminate after two consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs with the fault active.

• | The PCM 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.

• | Coolant fan turns ON.

### Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

• | The MIL will turn OFF after three 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.

• | The MIL/DTCs can be cleared by using the scan tool.

### Diagnostic Aids

• | With the ignition turn ON and the engine stopped, the manifold pressure is equal to atmospheric pressure and the signal voltage will be high. This information is used by the PCM as an indication of the vehicle altitude. Comparison of this reading with a known good vehicle with the same sensor is a good way to check the accuracy of a suspect sensor. Readings should be the same +/-0.4 volt.

• | The MAP sensor vacuum source should be thoroughly checked for restrictions at the intake manifold.

### Test Description

The number(s) below refer(s) to the step number(s) on the Diagnostic Table.

1. The Powertrain OBD System Check prompts you to complete some of the basic checks and to store the freeze frame and failure records data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data taken when the malfunction occurred. The scan tool stores this data for later reference.

2. A sensor that displays an ignition switch ON, engine OFF BARO value that does not appear normal for the altitude the vehicle is in should be considered to be malfunctioning.

3. While starting the engine, the MAP sensor should detect any changes in the manifold pressure. This test is to determine if the sensor is stuck at a value.

4. This step checks if the reason for no MAP change was due to a malfunctioning sensor or vacuum source to the sensor.

5. The MAP sensor vacuum source should be thoroughly checked for restrictions. A drill bit can be used to clean out any casting flash that may exist in the vacuum port.

6. The MAP Sensor System Performance diagnostic may have to complete several tests before determining if the diagnostic has passed or failed the last test. Operate the vehicle in the Conditions for Setting the DTC several times in order to ensure that the diagnostic runs enough tests to pass or fail.

7. If no malfunctions are present at this point and no additional DTCs were set, refer to Diagnostic Aids for additional checks and information.

#### DTC P0106 - Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor System Performance

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | --- | ---
1 | Did you perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Powertrain On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check
2 |

1. Install a scan tool.
2. Turn ON the ignition switch leaving the engine OFF.
3. Compare the BARO reading with a known good vehicle.

Is the BARO reading normal for your altitude?

--

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 6

3 | Start the engine while watching the MAP sensor value on the scan tool. Does the MAP sensor value change while starting the engine? | -- | Go to Step 8 | Go to Step 4
4 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Disconnect the MAP sensor vacuum hose.
3. Connect a hand vacuum pump to the MAP Sensor.
4. Turn ON the ignition switch leaving the engine OFF.
5. Apply the specified amount of vacuum to the MAP sensor.

Does the MAP sensor value change on the scan tool?

15 in. Hg

(3.7 kPa)

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 6

5 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition switch.
2. Remove the MAP sensor hose from the manifold port.
3. Repair the restrictions in the following items:

• | Manifold port

• | MAP sensor hose

4. Repair the above items as necessary.

Is the action complete?

--

Go to Step 7

--

6 | Replace the MAP sensor. Refer to the Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement . Is the action complete? | -- | Go to Step 7 | --
7 |

1. Turn ON the ignition switch leaving the engine OFF.
2. Using the scan tool, clear the DTCs.
3. Start the engine (if the engine is not running).
4. Idle the engine at the normal operating temperature.
5. Operate the vehicle within the conditions for setting this DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the scan tool indicate that this diagnostic ran and passed?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 2

8 | Check to see if any additional DTCs are set. Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed? | -- | Go to applicable DTC Table | System OK