Circuit/System Testing
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- Verify the integrity of the air induction system, the turbocharger ducts and hoses by inspecting for the following conditions:
- Any damaged components
- Any loose or improperly installed components
- A wet or restricted air filter
- Any exhaust leaks before the turbocharger
- Any exhaust restrictions after the turbocharger
- Any snow or ice build-up in cold climates at the air cleaner and MAF sensor
- Any water, snow, ice build-up, restrictions or coking at the MAP sensor
- Test the charge air cooler for leaks. Refer to Charge Air Cooler Diagnosis (Induction System Smoke Test) or Charge Air Cooler Diagnosis (Full System Air Leak Test) or Charge Air Cooler Diagnosis (Charge Air Cooler Air Leak Test) .
- Test the turbocharger oil supply feed. Refer to Turbocharger Lack of Oil Supply .
- Inspect the turbocharger oil supply tube for restrictions.
- If a restriction is found, clean or replace the oil supply tube as necessary.
- Inspect the turbocharger for debris, worn impeller and turbine blades, or damage Refer to Turbocharger Cleaning and Inspection
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- If worn or damaged turbocharger blades or vanes are found, replace the turbocharger assembly.
- If the induction system, charger air cooler system, the turbocharger, and the turbocharger oil supply test normal, replace the MAP sensor.
IMPORTANT:
Perform the Repair Verification after completing the Circuit/System Testing.