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Basic Inspection

When the malfunction is not confirmed by the DTC check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all circuits considered to be possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location of the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential when engine troubleshooting.

  1. CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE 
    NOTE: Carry out this check with the engine stopped and ignition switch OFF.

    Result 

    BATTERY VOLTAGE

    Result Proceed to
    11 V or more OK
    Below 11 V NG

    NG : CHARGE OR REPLACE BATTERY 

    OK : Go to next step 

  2. CHECK WHETHER ENGINE WILL CRANK 

    HINT:

    See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  .

    NG : PROCEED  PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  

    OK : Go to next step 

  3. CHECK WHETHER ENGINE STARTS 

    NG : GO TO STEP 6 

    OK : Go to next step 

  4. CHECK AIR FILTER 
    1. Visually check that the air filter is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.

    NG : REPLACE AIR FILTER 

    OK : Go to next step 

  5. CHECK IDLING SPEED 

    HINT:

    See PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  .

    NG : PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE 

    OK : Go to next step 

  6. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE 

    HINT:

    See FUEL SYSTEM ).

    NG : PROCEED TO FUEL SYSTEM AND CONTINUE TO TROUBLESHOOT 

    OK : Go to next step 

  7. CHECK FOR SPARK 

    HINT:

    See IGNITION SYSTEM .

    NG : PROCEED TO IGNITION SYSTEM AND CONTINUE TO TROUBLESHOOT 

    OK : PROCEED TO  PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE