Intermittent Simulation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1996 Mitsubishi Diamante, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT, and 1996 Dodge Stealth. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To reproduce conditions creating an intermittent fault, use following methods:

Lightly vibrate component.
Heat component.
Wiggle or bend wiring harness.
Spray component with water mist.
Remove/apply vacuum source.
Monitor circuit/component voltage or resistance while simulating intermittent fault. If engine is running, monitor for diagnostic trouble codes. Use test results to identify a faulty component or circuit.