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DTC Troubleshooting




DTC Troubleshooting: P1128

DTC P1128: MAP Sensor Signal Lower Than Expected

NOTE:

- Before you troubleshoot, record all freeze data and any on-board snapshot, and review the general troubleshooting information. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

- Before you begin, check for poor connections or blockage at the intake air duct.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

2. Check the MAP SENSOR in the DATA LIST with the HDS.

Is less than 54.1 kPa (16.0 in.Hg, 406 mmHg) or 1.61 V held for more than 5 seconds?
YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Go to step 3.


3. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

4. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

5. Test-drive under these conditions:
- Engine coolant temperature (ECT SENSOR 1) above 158 °F (70 °C)

- Engine speed between 1,200-5,400 rpm

- Transmission in 3rd

- Vehicle speed accelerated from 16-31 mph (25-50 km/h) under half throttle

6. Monitor the OBD STATUS for DTC P1128 in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

Does the screen indicate FAILED?
YES - Go to step 7.

NO - If the screen indicates PASSED, intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the MAP sensor and the ECM. If the screen indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step 4 and recheck.


7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

8. Replace the MAP sensor. Service and Repair

9. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

10. Reset the ECM with the HDS.

11. Do the ECM idle learn procedure. ECM Idle Learn Procedure

12. Start the engine. Hold the engine speed at 3,000 rpm without load (in neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.

13. Test-drive under these conditions:
- Engine coolant temperature (ECT SENSOR 1) above 158 °F (70 °C)

- Engine speed between 1,200-5,400 rpm

- Transmission in 3rd

- Vehicle speed accelerated from 16-31 mph (25-50 km/h) under half throttle

14. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC P1128 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the MAP sensor and the ECM, then go to step 1.

NO - Go to step 15.


15. Monitor the OBD STATUS for DTC P1128 in the DTCs MENU with the HDS.

Does the screen indicate PASSED?
YES - Troubleshooting is complete. If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs were indicated in step 14, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.

NO - If the screen indicates FAILED, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the MAP sensor and the ECM, then go to step 1. If the screen indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to step 12.