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Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

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

DTC P0108: Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Circuit High Voltage

Diagnostic Fault Information

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open/High Resistance

Short to Voltage

Signal Performance

5-Volt Reference

P0405, P0642

P0107

P0404, P0405, P0605, P0643

--

MAP Sensor Signal

P0107

P0107

P0108, P0404, P0605, P0643

--

Low Reference

--

P0108

--

--

Typical Scan Tool Data

Important: The scan tool MAP sensor pressure parameter freezes when a DTC sets. The pressure parameter remains fixed until the DTC is cleared and the fault no longer exists.

MAP Sensor

Circuit

Short to Ground

Open

Short to Voltage

Operating Conditions: Engine operating in Closed Loop.

Parameter Normal Range: 1.1-1.2 V

5-Volt Reference

0 Volts

0 Volts

5 Volts

MAP Sensor Signal

0 Volts

0 Volts

5 Volts

Low Reference

--

4.2-4.6 Volts

*

* Internal ECM damage may occur if the circuit is shorted to B+.

Circuit/System 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 or near WOT.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    • The ignition is ON.
    • The DTCs run continuously once the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

P0107

The ECM detects that the MAP sensor is less than 0.3 volt.

P0108

The ECM detects that the MAP sensor is greater than 4.9 volts.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

DTC P0107 and P0108 are Type A DTCs.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC

DTC P0107 and P0108 are Type A DTCs.

Diagnostic Aids

If a shared 5-volt reference circuit is shorted to ground or shorted to a voltage, other 5-volt reference circuits may be affected.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

DTC Type Reference

Powertrain Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Type Definitions

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Special Tools

J 23738-A Vacuum Pump

Circuit/System Verification

  1. Ignition ON, observe the DTC information with a scan tool. DTCs P0652 or P0653 is not set.
  2. If any DTCs are set, refer to DTC P0652 or P0653.
  3. Engine running, observe the scan tool MAP sensor voltage parameter. The voltage should be between 0.7-3.5 volts.
  4. Operate the throttle from idle to 2,000 RPM while observing the scan tool MAP sensor pressure parameter. The reading should change. Repeat the procedure as necessary.
  5. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC to verify the DTC does not reset. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that you observed from the Freeze Frame/Failure Records data.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the MAP sensor.
  2. Ignition OFF for at least 20 seconds, test for less than 5 ohms between the low reference circuit terminal A and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the low reference circuit for an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.

    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.

  4. Ignition ON, test for 4.8-5.2 volts between the 5-volt reference circuit terminal C and ground.
  5. If less than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
    If greater than the specified range, test the 5-volt reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  6. Verify the scan tool MAP sensor parameter is less than 50 kPa.
  7. If greater than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  8. Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal B and the 5-volt reference circuit terminal A. Verify the scan tool MAP sensor parameter is greater than 50 kPa.
  9. If less than the specified range, test the signal circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the ECM.
  10. If all circuits test normal, test or replace the MAP sensor.

Component Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, perform one of the following applicable procedures:
  2. • Disconnect the vacuum supply hose from the MAP sensor.
    • Remove the MAP sensor from the intake manifold.
  3. Ignition ON, observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure data parameter. This is the first MAP sensor reading.
  4. With the J 23738-A apply 5 in Hg (17 kPa) of vacuum to the MAP sensor. Observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure data parameter. This is the second MAP sensor reading.
  5. Subtract the second MAP sensor reading from the first MAP sensor reading. Verify that the vacuum decrease is within 1 in Hg (4 kPa) of the applied vacuum.
  6. If not within the specified range, replace the MAP sensor.
  7. With the J 23738-A apply 10 in Hg (34 kPa) of vacuum to the MAP sensor. Observe and record the scan tool MAP sensor pressure data parameter. This is the third MAP sensor reading.
  8. Subtract the third MAP sensor reading from the first MAP sensor reading. Verify that the vacuum decrease is within 1 in Hg (4 kPa) of the applied vacuum.
  9. If not with in the specified range, replace the MAP sensor.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    •  Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement
    •  Control Module References for engine control module replacement, setup, and programming