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2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | Cobalt, G5 (VIN A) Service Manual | Preliminary Information | Document ID: 2324723
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#PIP4669A: Intermittent DTC P2261 Setting - (Aug 10, 2009)


Subject: Intermittent DTC P2261 Setting


Models: 2008-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt SS

2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR SS




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This PI was superseded to update model years. Please discard PIP4669.


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The following diagnosis might be helpful if the vehicle exhibits the symptom(s) described in this PI.

Condition/Concern:
A technician may find DTC P2261: Turbocharger Bypass Valve Stuck Closed set with no problem found. It may be intermittent in nature or they may find the dtc will set after a hard acceleration, usually in third gear. DTC P2261 is a type B dtc and will not set on the first drive cycle the dtc sets, therefore multiple test drives should be performed to confirm repair.

Recommendation/Instructions:
SI diagnostics for this DTC states that the ECM compares the measured MAF reading to the modeled MAF and has detected a series of pulsations in the induction system that exceed a calibrated threshold. A snapshot of "Induction Data" will show the fault, however the tech may need to compare the snapshot data to another vehicle if they are unfamiliar with the readings. They should note a fluctuation and or a difference in the desired versus requested boost level. When diagnosing this dtc pay close attention to Circuit/System testing step #1. This step has you inspecting for any vacuum leaks, damage, restrictions, improper routing or connecting of the vacuum hoses on the charge air bypass valve solenoid, the charge air bypass valve, and the charge air bypass valve vacuum tank.

We have found leaking vacuum tanks causing this dtc. When testing the vacuum tank, care must be used or the results may not be valid. The vacuum tank has an integral check valve not noted in SI. To check the Vacuum Tank operation, disconnect the hose that runs from the tank to the Bypass Valve Solenoid at the solenoid and apply vacuum to the tank. The tank should be able to maintain vacuum with no decay. Note: If you remove the vacuum hose from the intake manifold and plug it and the decay stops the check valve is leaking, if the decay continues the tank itself is leaking.

Note: Front wheel drive platforms using the 2.0 Liter RPO (LNF) incorporate a charge air bypass valve supplemental vacuum tank. The purpose of the tank is to provide an instant source of vacuum to the bypass valve via the bypass solenoid (when it is commanded open by the ECM). This results in less pressure buildup under closed throttle conditions, thereby reducing compressor noise, surge and spool time.

Please follow this diagnostic or repair process thoroughly and complete each step. If the condition exhibited is resolved without completing every step, the remaining steps do not need to be performed.

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New to me..

 

good find, nice to know

 

Im having this exact problem. Still trying to work it out. I cant find the actual bypass valve. any ideas? i found the tank and vacume lines and solenoid just cant fint that valve.

 

the bypass valve is the tan triangle on the turbo on the passenger side right where the intake connects to. theres is vacuum line attached to it.

 

My 2007 sc popped this code last night?

 

So by having the vacuum tank delete mod, would this even have the potential to manifest?

I wouldn't think so.

 

I also have this code on my 07 ss/sc.

Anyone know why?
I also throw p1101.