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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Ignition ON.
  2. Verify the manifold absolute pressure sensor is within the range specified for your altitude. Refer to Altitude Versus Barometric Pressure
    • If not within the specified range 

      Refer to DTC P0106 

    • If within the specified range 
  3. Engine running at the operating temperature.
  4. Verify the Long Term Fuel Trim parameter is between -21 % and +38.5 %.
    • If greater than +38.5 % 
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Inspect for the conditions listed below:
    • If less than -21 % 
    1. Ignition OFF.
    2. Inspect for the conditions listed below:
      • Mass air flow (MAF) sensor signal skewed-If the Short Term Fuel Trim parameters for both banks changes greater than 20 % when the MAF sensor is disconnected, refer to DTC P0101 .
      • Fuel contamination-Refer to Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis .
      • Missing, restricted, or leaking exhaust components-Refer to Symptoms - Engine Exhaust .
      • Malfunctioning fuel injectors-Refer to Fuel Injector Solenoid Coil Test
      • Collapsed or restricted air intake duct
      • Excessive fuel pressure - Refer to Fuel System Diagnosis
      • Dirty or restricted air filter
      • Objects blocking the throttle body
      • Improper operation of the evaporative emissions control system
      • Excessive fuel in the crankcase-Change the engine oil as necessary.
    • If a condition is found, repair as necessary.
    • If no condition is found, inspect the engine for a mechanical condition. Refer to Symptoms - Engine Mechanical .
    • If between -21 % and +38.5 % 
  5. All OK.