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Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2004 🢒 VUE - AWD 🢒 DTC 🢒 DTC P2227

Description

The DTC P2227 Barometric Pressure (BARO) Sensor Performance diagnostic checks the accuracy of the BARO sensor signal. The BARO sensor and circuitry are located inside of the powertrain control module (PCM). Barometric pressure varies with weather conditions and changes in the altitude from sea level. The PCM modifies fuel and spark delivery in response to barometric pressure changes. The PCM compares the BARO sensor reading with the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor reading when running the DTC P2227 diagnostic.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic supports the following DTC. DTC P2227 Barometric Pressure (BARO) Sensor Performance.

Conditions for Running the DTC
    •  DTCs P0107, P0108, P0117, P0118, P0122, P0123, P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175, P0222, P0223, P0300-P0306, P0401, P0404, P0506, P0507, P1128, P1129, P2100, P2101, P2108, P2122, P2123, P2127, P2128, P2135, P2138, P2176, P2228, P2229, P2282, P2413 and U0107 are not set.
    • The throttle position (TP) is at least 22.3 degrees at 1,000 RPM or 34.6 degrees at 3,000 RPM.
    • DTC P2227 runs once per drive cycle when the above conditions are met.

Conditions for Setting the DTC
    • The difference between the BARO reading and the MAP reading is 26 kPa or more.
    • The above conditions are met for 3 seconds or more.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets
    • The PCM illuminates the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) after 2 consecutive ignition cycles in which the diagnostic runs with the fault active.
    • The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. This information is stored in the Freeze Frame buffer.
    • The PCM enters the Fail Safe Function and uses default BARO values.

Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
    • The MIL turns OFF after 3 consecutively passing trips without a fault present.
    • A history DTC clears after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles without a fault.
    • Perform the scan tool Clear DTC Information function.

Diagnostic Aids
    • A malfunctioning or skewed MAP sensor may cause DTC P2227 to set.
    • The barometric pressure varies depending on the weather conditions and the altitude. Typical barometric pressure at sea level is 100 kPa (29-30 in Hg).
    • If a DTC P2227 cannot be duplicated, the information included in the Freeze Frame data can be useful in determining the vehicle operating conditions when the DTC was first set.

Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers in the diagnostic table.

  1. The Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls prompts the technician to complete some basic checks and store the Freeze Frame data on the scan tool if applicable. This creates an electronic copy of the data taken when the fault occurred. The information is then stored in the scan tool for later reference.

    2.

  2. This step checks for a MAP sensor fault.

    3.

  3. This step checks the accuracy of the MAP sensor. The MAP sensor should indicate atmospheric pressure when the ignition is ON and the engine is not running.

    4.

  4. This step checks for a faulty BARO sensor. The BARO sensor and the MAP sensor should indicate approximately the same pressure when the ignition is ON and the engine is not running.

    5.

  5. After replacing the PCM a new minimum throttle position and idle speed must also be established.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Engine Controls Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Powertrain Control Module Connector End Views or Engine Controls Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check-Engine Controls?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

Is there a Current or Pending DTC P0107 or DTC P0108 set?

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Go to DTC P0107 or DTC P0108

Go to Step 3

3

  1. Turn ON the ignition, leaving the engine OFF.
  2. Clear the scan tool information.
  3. Select the MAP sensor parameter on the scan tool.

Is the MAP sensor pressure reading near the specified value?

97-100 kPa at sea level

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 7

4

  1. Turn ON the ignition, leaving the engine OFF.
  2. Compare the pressure readings of the BARO sensor and the MAP sensor on the scan tool.

Is the difference between the BARO pressure and the MAP pressure more than the specified value?

3 kPa

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 5

5
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Start the engine.
  3. Operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame conditions as specified or until the DTC P2227 diagnostic test has run. Refer to the Test Description.

Is DTC P2227 set?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Diagnostic Aids

6
  1. Select the Freeze Frame/Failure Record for the current DTC P2227 on the scan tool.
  2. Review the MAP sensor readings in the Freeze Frame/Failure Record.

Were the recorded MAP sensor readings normal?

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Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

7
  1. Inspect the MAP sensor for the following conditions:
    2. • A skewed or incorrectly calibrated MAP sensor
    • A blockage or restriction in the MAP sensor vacuum supply
    • Electrical resistance in the MAP sensor signal circuit
  2. Repair as necessary.

Did you complete the action?

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Go to Step 9

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8

  1. Replace the PCM. Refer to Powertrain Control Module Replacement .
  2. Perform the idle learn procedure. Refer to Idle Learn .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 9

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9
  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
  2. Turn the ignition OFF for 30 seconds.
  3. Start the engine.
  4. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text or until the DTC P2227 diagnostic test has run.

Does the DTC run and pass?

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Go to Step 10

Go to Step 2

10

With a scan tool, observe the stored information, Capture Info.

Does the scan tool display any DTCs that you have not diagnosed?

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Go to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) List

System OK