Manifold absolute pressure map/baro, 12rac8 – Actron CP9087 User Manual

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Note: If the TEST light is OFF a problem
exists. Go to step 9 and continue testing to find
cause.

8) Operate sensor - Watch TEST light for

results.

(Note: Ignore any PULSE light action.)

Non-Turbo Engines only: Start engine and let
idle.

Turbo Engines only: Attach hand vacuum
pump to sensor vacuum port. Apply 18 in.
vacuum. (More than 25 in. vacuum may damage
sensor.)

Good Sensor

– TEST light moves downward during engine idle

or when vacuum applied. (The TEST light may
go off if it moves to the bottom of the column -
this is O.K.)

– Range of TEST light movement varies with

sensor type and applied vacuum.

– Note: if test results are O.K. but a computer

trouble code indicates a bad sensor signal, the
wire between the sensor signal pin and the
computer may be open.

– Testing is complete.

Problem exists (Bad sensor or wiring)

– TEST light position does not change during test.

– Go to step 9 and continue testing to find cause.

Do all steps to avoid replacing a good sensor!

9) Ignition key OFF.

10) Check MAP sensor vacuum hose for...

• Correct hook-up.

• Pinches, kinks or collapsed sides.

• Splits, cuts, breaks or clogs

Repair as necessary, then retest. If no
trouble found, go to next step.

FRONT

OF CAR

U.S.A.

EM

G GAP

YST

CE BOOSTER

HVAC

CRUISE

BRAKE BOOSTER

TO TRANS

MODE

EGR
VAC
REG

EGR
VAC
REG

FUEL

PRESS

REG.

12RAC8

Manifold Absolute Pressure MAP/BARO

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