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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2004MALIBU V6-3.5L VIN 8REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONMONITORS, TRIPS, DRIVE CYCLES AND READINESS CODESI/M CATALYST SYSTEM SET PROCEDURE
2004 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8
I/M Catalyst System Set Procedure
2004 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.5L VIN 8SECTION I/M Catalyst System Set Procedure
INSPECTION/MAINTENANCE (I/M) CATALYST SYSTEM SET PROCEDURE
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this test is to satisfy the enable criteria necessary to execute inspection/maintenance (I/M) readiness diagnostics for the catalyst system. The test may be used to set the I/M System Status indicators to YES. The I/M System Status display on the scan tool provides an indication of whether the control module has completed the required test. The required test is complete when either all of the DTCs comprising the test have run and passed, or when any one of the DTCs comprising the test has illuminated the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Once the test is complete, the I/M System Status display will indicate YES in the Completed column.
CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
- The engine has been running longer than 10 minutes.
- The engine load must be stable.
- The idle air control (IAC) position parameter does not change more than 5 counts.
- The throttle position (TP) is below 1.5 percent.
- The short term FT is between -20 and +20 percent.
- The transaxle is in drive for automatic transaxles, or in neutral for manual transaxles with the clutch pedal depressed.
- The barometric pressure is more than 74 kPa.
- The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 75-126°C (167-258.8°F).
- The engine is in Closed Loop fuel control.
- The battery voltage is more than 10.7 volts.
- The intake air temperature (IAT) is between -20° and +100°C (-4° and +212°F).
- The difference between the engine speed and the desired engine speed is less than 200 RPM.
- The mass air flow (MAF) is between 3-10 grams per second.
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The control module runs a maximum of 6 tests per trip until the Catalyst System Status updates to YES. If the status does not update, the test outlined in this procedure can be repeated until the I/M System Status updates to YES.
If there is an impending failure, the system may require more time to run the diagnostic than was allotted in the set procedure. If the test does not run after numerous attempts and no DTC is set, review the appropriate scan tool data list and the service information for an indication of why the test does not complete. Some tests may abort due to changes in the conditions while the test is running. For example, changes in engine load such as a cooling fan or A/C compressor clutch turning ON may cause the test to abort.
TEST
DESCRIPTION
The purpose of this test is to satisfy the enable criteria necessary to execute inspection/maintenance (I/M) readiness diagnostics for the catalyst system. The test may be used to set the I/M System Status indicators to YES. The I/M System Status display on the scan tool provides an indication of whether the control module has completed the required test. The required test is complete when either all of the DTCs comprising the test have run and passed, or when any one of the DTCs comprising the test has illuminated the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Once the test is complete, the I/M System Status display will indicate YES in the Completed column.
CONDITIONS FOR RUNNING
- The engine has been running longer than 10 minutes.
- The engine load must be stable.
- The idle air control (IAC) position parameter does not change more than 5 counts.
- The throttle position (TP) is below 1.5 percent.
- The short term FT is between -20 and +20 percent.
- The transaxle is in drive for automatic transaxles, or in neutral for manual transaxles with the clutch pedal depressed.
- The barometric pressure is more than 74 kPa.
- The engine coolant temperature (ECT) is between 75-126°C (167-258.8°F).
- The engine is in Closed Loop fuel control.
- The battery voltage is more than 10.7 volts.
- The intake air temperature (IAT) is between -20° and +100°C (-4° and +212°F).
- The difference between the engine speed and the desired engine speed is less than 200 RPM.
- The mass air flow (MAF) is between 3-10 grams per second.
DIAGNOSTIC AIDS
The control module runs a maximum of 6 tests per trip until the Catalyst System Status updates to YES. If the status does not update, the test outlined in this procedure can be repeated until the I/M System Status updates to YES.
If there is an impending failure, the system may require more time to run the diagnostic than was allotted in the set procedure. If the test does not run after numerous attempts and no DTC is set, review the appropriate scan tool data list and the service information for an indication of why the test does not complete. Some tests may abort due to changes in the conditions while the test is running. For example, changes in engine load such as a cooling fan or A/C compressor clutch turning ON may cause the test to abort.
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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.