P0106 MAP SENSOR

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2011TAURUSSEL

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Let me backtrack a couple of days.

Went in for state safety inspection and failed emissions...................."System not ready for testing"

I figures like last year it was related to the LMS tune. Here is what I have done so far......

1. Removed 4 bar MAP sensor and R/R with OEM sensor
2. Detuned and went back to stock tune,


After I set the tune back to OEM/STOCK tune, I did the usual steps check for codes and got the Following.....

P0106.....MAP SENSOR.......I forget the specific wording but basically voltage either too low/high.

Disconnected battery for 30 minutes and restarted.

The MIL lamp does not come on and engine response is normal, no hesitation, mis fire....and throttle response appears to be normal.

MIL light not activated but after running for about 5-10 minutes at normal idle.....shut down and check for codes again. Code is consistent and no other codes.......P0106.

I removed the LSM MAP sensor and replaced with OEM 2 bar MAP sensor.

Any ideas before I contact dealer?
 

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So what happens when you switch the 3 bar atop the manifold with the one on the throttle body (that one also being 3 bar)? It is possibly a loose pin in the loom, that seems to happen with various sensors on the SHO. Tug on the connector, see if anything gives.

P0106 - Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP/BARO) Sensor Range/Performance

For Vehicles With 3.5L GTDI Engine
Description:
This DTC sets when the MAP PID does not correlate with the BARO and the TCBP PIDs at ignition ON. It also sets if the MAP and TCBP PIDs fail to correlate when running, but the TCBP PID does correlate with the BARO PID at idle.
Possible Causes:
  • Slow responding manifold absolute pressure (MAP)/intake air temperature 2 (IAT2) sensor
  • Damaged MAP/IAT2 sensor
Diagnostic Aids:
For All Others
Description:
This DTC sets when the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor input does not correlate with an inferred MAP value. The inferred value is based on the mass airflow (MAF) sensor.
Possible Causes:
  • Slow responding MAP sensor
  • Damaged MAP sensor
  • Damaged MAF sensor
This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:
  • intake air temperature (IAT) sensor (12A697)
  • turbocharger boost pressure (TCBP)/charge air cooler temperature (CACT) sensor (9F479)
  • manifold absolute pressure (MAP)/intake air temperature 2 (IAT2) sensor (9F479)
  • powertrain control module (PCM) (12A650
EA: Pressure and Temperature Sensor Correlation
EA: Introduction
EA1 CHECK FOR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS)

  • Note: Diagnose and repair all circuit DTCs before diagnosing range or performance DTCs.
Are DTCs P007B, P0096, P0106, P0111, P0236, or P00CE present?
Yes
For KOEO and continuous memory DTCs P007B, P0096, P0111 or P00CE, GO to EA2 .

For KOER DTCs P007B, P0096 or P00CE, GO to EA4 .

For KOEO and continuous memory DTCs P0106 or P0236, GO to EA5 .

For KOER DTCs P0106 or P0236, GO to EA8 .
No
RETURN to Section 3 , Symptom Charts for further direction.

EA2 CHECK FOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT DTCS
Are DTCs P007B, P0096, P0111 or P00CE present along with other DTCs?
Yes No
DISREGARD the current diagnostic trouble code (DTC) at this time. DIAGNOSE the next DTC. GO to Section 4, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts and Descriptions . GO to EA3 .

EA3 CHECK FOR CAC_T, IAT, AND IAT2 VALUE CORRELATIONS
  • Cold soak the vehicle at ambient temperature for at least 6 hours.
  • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
  • Access the PCM and monitor the CAC_T (TEMP), IAT (TEMP) and IAT2 (TEMP) PIDs.
Are the IAT, CACT and IAT2 temperature readings within 16.67°C (30°F) of each other?
Yes
UNABLE to duplicate or identify the concern at this time. Cold soak the vehicle at ambient temperature for at least 6 hours. REPEAT the self-test.

GO to EA4 .

If no concern is present, GO to EA9 .
No
For IAT sensor, GO to Pinpoint Test DA .
For TCBP/CACT or MAP/IAT2, GO to Pinpoint Test DN .

EA4 CHECK THE KOER CAC_T, IAT, AND IAT2 VALUES
  • Allow the engine to idle at the normal operating temperature.
  • Access the PCM and monitor the CAC_T (TEMP), IAT (TEMP) and IAT2 (TEMP) PIDs.
  • Drive the vehicle at a steady speed of 88 km/h (55 mph) for a minimum of 6 minutes.
Does the IAT temperature exceed 65.5°C (150°F), or does the CACT temperature exceed 104.4°C (220°F), or does the IAT2 temperature exceed 115.6°C (240°F)?
Yes
CHECK the charge air cooler (CAC) for debris and obstructed air flow. REPAIR as necessary.

If OK, INSTALL a new sensor for the sensor that exceeded the temperature limit. REFER to the Workshop Manual Section 303-14, Electronic Engine Controls.

Clear the PCM DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
No
GO to EA9 .

EA5 CHECK FOR PRESSURE SENSOR CIRCUIT DTCS
Are DTCs P0106 or P0236 present along with other DTCs?
Yes
DISREGARD the current diagnostic trouble code (DTC) at this time. DIAGNOSE the next DTC.
GO to Section 4, Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Charts and Descriptions .
No
GO to EA6 .

EA6 CHECK FOR KOEO BARO, MAP, TCBP VALUE CORRELATIONS
  • Ignition ON, engine OFF.
  • Access the PCM and monitor the BARO (PRESS), MAP (PRESS) and TCBP (PRESS) PIDs.
Are the BARO, MAP, and TCBP pressure readings within 10.35 kpa (1.5 psi) of each other?
Yes
GO to EA7 .
No
For TCBP/CACT or MAP/IAT2, GO to Pinpoint Test DN .
For BARO, GO to Pinpoint Test DO .

EA7 CHECK FOR PRESSURE SENSOR INLET RESTRICTIONS
  • Remove the TCBP/CACT or MAP/IAT2 sensors. Refer to the Workshop Manual Section 303-14, Electronic Engine Controls.
  • Carry out a visual inspection.
  • Check the TCBP/CACT or MAP/IAT2 sensor port and inlet for:
    • contamination
    • restrictions
    • carbon build-up or deposits
Is a concern present?
Yes
CLEAN or INSTALL a new sensor as necessary. REFER to the Workshop Manual Section 303-14, Electronic Engine Controls.

Clear the PCM DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
No
GO to EA9 .

EA8 CHECK THE BARO, MAP AND TCBP VALUE CORRELATIONS
  • Allow the engine to idle at the normal operating temperature.
  • Access the PCM and monitor the BARO (PRESS) and TCBP (PRESS) PIDs.
Are the BARO and the TCBP readings within 6.9 kpa (1 psi) of each other?
Yes
INSTALL a new TCBP/CACT sensor. REFER to the Workshop Manual Section 303-14, Electronic Engine Controls.

Clear the PCM DTCs. REPEAT the self-test.
No
GO to EA9 .

EA9 CHECK FOR CORRECT PCM OPERATION
  • Disconnect all the PCM connectors.
  • Visually inspect for:
    • pushed out pins
    • corrosion
  • Connect all the PCM connectors and make sure they seat correctly.
  • Carry out the PCM self-test.
  • Verify the concern is still present.
Is the concern still present?
Yes
INSTALL a new PCM. REFER to Section 2, Flash Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM) , Programming the VID Block for a Replacement PCM.
No
The system is operating correctly at this time. The concern may have been caused by a loose or corroded connector.
 
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Follow up.........

Went out to check the sensor.

Started process over again,, started with the P0106 code.

Cleared P0106

Re-Installed the LMS 91 Tune that was in... I did it by just the tuner keeping the OEM MAP sensor installed.

Started and got the hesitation, and stumbling associated with the OEM sensor and 91 Tune. After Shut down I received the P0106 as I would expect.

Removed LMS Tune and back to stock tune.

Started with OEM Tune and OEM Sensor....Ran for about 10 minutes with a gradual throttle increase holding about 15-20 seconds each time at 2000,2500,3000,3500,4000 RPM and back down looking for any missing, stumbling, hesitation, PowerTrain Fault or DTC Codes.

Shut down reconnected Tuner to check for DTC........."NO DTC REPORTED"

The only unusual event is the triple flash of the M.I.L. which I have to confirm but usually associated with "NOT READY FOR TESTING" Which would make sense with battery disconnected.

Re connected battery but normal procedure is to drive approximately 100 miles to clear for good. I think I got it set for now but will run a few days to make sure.

I did note one item that need to be addressed fairly quickly and that is the Negative Battery Terminal. Cables are fine but the terminal post seems to be loose. I will remove and set into vise and try to tighten again.
 

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So far so good.....Battery terminal pressed in a bit and better fit on the post. Reset and although the Emissions system needs some miles to get the system ready for testing I think and hope that I am good for now. I will post further in a few days.
 

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My car did the same thing after I installed the 3bar map. First startup wrench light came on rough idle and cleared out. Cleared the code been fine for a few thousand miles now. Code wasn't there before the tune and OE map sensor.
 

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50 mile follow up. No DTC or MIL with engine running. Still have the 8 flashes in the run position. Owners manual advises associated with the "System not ready for testing" Will drive some more and work it out.
 

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Good news is with the social media hyped Fuel "SHORTAGE" Yes social media hype....even the media which is the go to for blame is saying not us....fuel is there. With local supplies coming back on line and panic over fuel not as critical. Good news is with it back to factory tune I can go to 87 Octane for a few tanks. The distribution pipeline will be favoring regular unleaded for a couple of weeks until pipelines and distribution networks come back to full capacity.
 

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Checked today as random follow up......no DTC and no flashing MIL. I think I am ready but will run a couple of more trips to work to make sure I get the 200 mile minimum.
 
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