Circuit/System Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Ion 3 and 2007 Saturn Ion 2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
Verify that the engine is in good mechanical condition before continuing with this diagnostic.
- Verify the integrity of the entire air induction system by inspecting for the following conditions:
- Any damaged components
- Loose or improper installation
- An air flow restriction
- Any vacuum leak
- Improperly routed vacuum hoses
- In cold climates, inspect for any snow or ice buildup
- Verify that restrictions do not exist in the MAP sensor port or vacuum source.
- Verify that restrictions do not exist in the exhaust system. Refer to Restricted Exhaust .
- The barometric pressure (BARO) that is used by the ECM to calculate the air flow models is initially based on the MAP sensor at ignition ON. When the engine is running, the ECM will continually update the BARO value near WOT using the MAP sensor and a calculation. A skewed MAP sensor will cause the BARO value to be inaccurate. Determine the current vehicle testing altitude. Ignition ON, observe the scan tool BARO Sensor parameter. Compare the parameter to the Altitude vs Barometric Pressure table. Refer to Altitude Versus Barometric Pressure .
- A skewed MAP sensor will also cause the first and second intake manifold models to disagree with the actual MAP sensor measurements. Use the scan tool and compare the MAP Sensor parameter to a known good vehicle, under various operating conditions.