Section 353 (ENGINE CONTROLS - TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - 2.2L Bi-Fuel): Introduction

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before diagnosing symptoms or intermittent faults, perform appropriate DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS (ALTERNATIVE FUELS) under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS in SELF-DIAGNOSTICS - 2.2L CAVALIER - BI-FUEL - CNG/GASOLINE article. Use this article to diagnose driveability problems when a current DTC is not present. If symptom is not CNG related, see TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES - 2.2L ALERO, CAVALIER, GRAND AM & SUNFIRE - GASOLINE article.

Symptom checks are intended to direct the technician to malfunctioning component(s) so that further diagnosis may be performed. A symptom should lead to further testing of specific components or systems, or verification of adjustment specifications.

Use intermittent test procedures to locate intermittent driveability problems that do not occur when the vehicle is being tested. These problems may cause a noticeable driveability problem or cause the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) to illuminate on some vehicles.

It is also possible that certain driveability concerns have been rectified by the manufacturer through reprogramming the PCM. Check with manufacturer for latest information on updated programs.

NOTE: For specific testing procedures, see SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING - 2.2L ALERO, CAVALIER, GRAND AM & SUNFIRE article. To verify specifications, see ON-VEHICLE ADJUSTMENTS - CARS article, or SERVICE & ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS - CAVALIER & SUNFIRE article.