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Cranking Solenoid Valve Check

  1. Complete "Dashpot System Check" as outlined previously. Ground coil secondary wire. Turn ignition to "111" and check that throttle control valve arm retracts as engine is cranked.
  2. If control valve operates, test is complete. If not, connect the connector and insert positive probe of voltmeter into Blue/Red wire on Accord and Prelude models or Green wire on Civic models.
  3. If no voltage was present, check wiring and fuses. If okay, replace starter relay located on relay bracket on Accord models, on fuse box/relay panel on Civic models or on left side of ignition coil on Prelude models.
  4. If voltage was present, disconnect hose between cranking solenoid valve and check valve at the solenoid valve. Crank the engine and check for vacuum.
  5. If vacuum was present, replace cranking solenoid valve and retest. If no vacuum, check vacuum line for leaks or blockage. If none, replace check valve and retest.
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