Repair Procedures: Inspection

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Turn Ignition Switch OFF.
Remove the battery and battery tray.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")
Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).

Fig 1: Locating Solenoid Valve Connector
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Measure the resistance between + terminal (9) and - terminal (13).

Fig 2: Solenoid Valve Connector Terminal
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Check that the resistance is within the specification.

TEMP. RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

Item	Specification
Temp. [(°C) °F] / Resistance (kΩ)	(-40) -40/48.1
	(-20) -4.0/15.6
	(0) 32.0/5.88
	(20) 68.0/2.51
	(40) 104.0/1.19
	(60) 140.0/0.61
	(80) 176.0/0.32
	(100) 212.0/0.18
	(120) 248.0/0.10
	(140) 284.0/0.06
	(150) 302.0/0.05