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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001ASTRO VAN L AWD V6-4.3L VIN WREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSDESCRIPTION AND OPERATIONPOWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM)INPUT COMPONENTS
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Input Components
2001 Chevrolet Astro Van L AWD V6-4.3L VIN WSECTION Input Components
The PCM monitors the input components for circuit continuity and out-of-range values. This includes performance checking. Performance checking refers to indicating a fault when the signal from a sensor does not seem reasonable, such as a Throttle Position (TP) sensor that indicates high throttle position at low engine loads or MAP voltage. The input components may include, but are not limited to, the following sensors:
^ The Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
^ Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor
^ Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor
^ Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor
^ Knock Sensor (KS)
^ Throttle Position (TP) sensor
^ Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
^ Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor
^ Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor
In addition to the circuit continuity and rationality check, the ECT sensor is monitored for its ability to achieve a steady state temperature to enable Closed Loop fuel control.
^ The Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
^ Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor
^ Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor
^ Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor
^ Knock Sensor (KS)
^ Throttle Position (TP) sensor
^ Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) sensor
^ Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor
^ Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor
In addition to the circuit continuity and rationality check, the ECT sensor is monitored for its ability to achieve a steady state temperature to enable Closed Loop fuel control.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.