Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Important: The PPS pressure sensor is not serviced separately. The PPS replacement with the PPS pressure sensor must be serviced as a complete unit.
- The PPS pressure sensor
- The PPS module
- The PPS pressure sensor wiring harness connector
- The PPS module wiring harness connector
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the PPS pressure sensor connector and inspect the component and harness sides for damage or corrosion.
- If damage or corrosion is found, repair or replace as necessary.
- Ignition ON, test for 4.5-5.5 volts between the voltage reference circuit terminal A and ground.
- If less that the specified range, test the voltage reference circuit for open/high resistance or a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS.
- If greater that the specified range, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to voltage. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS.
IMPORTANT: The AIRBAG Fuse that supplies B+ voltage must be removed to ensure the PPS module is inactive. An active PPS module may cause inaccurate resistance readings. - Ignition OFF, remove the AIRBAG Fuse. Test for less than 2.0 ohms of resistance between low reference terminal C and ground.
- If greater than specified, test the low reference circuit for open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the PPS.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the PPS module connector.
- Test the pressure sensor signal circuit for a short to ground, open/high resistance, or short to voltage. No short to ground, open/high resistance, or short to voltage should exist.
- If any of the above conditions exist, make the appropriate repair.
- If all circuits test normal, replace the PPS which includes the pressure sensor, module and seat foam.