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Trouble Codes

  1. Self-Diagnosis Checker (49 H018 9A1) must be used to obtain trouble codes. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Connect self-diagnosis checker to connector. See Fig 1 .
  2. Place select switch in the "B" position. Check trouble code number indicated. Compare trouble code to that listed. See TROUBLE CODE USAGE  table. SELF-DIAGNOSIS  under TROUBLE SHOOTING in this article for trouble shooting procedure.
    NOTE: Self-diagnosis checker buzzer will activate for approximately 3 seconds after the ignition is turned on.
    Fig 1: Installing Self-Diagnosis Checker
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    TROUBLE CODE USAGE

    Code Probable Cause
    01 Crank Angle Sensor
    02 Airflow Meter
    03 Coolant Thermosensor
    04 Intake Air Temp. Switch (Located In Airflow Meter)
    05 Oxygen Sensor
    06 Throttle Sensor
    07 Boost or Pressure Sensor
    09 Atmospheric Pressure Sensor
    12 Coil W/Ignitor (Trailing Side)
    15 Intake Air Temp. Switch (Located in intake pipe or dynamic chamber)
  3. Monitor light on self-diagnosis checker will test O2 sensor signal. Note light operation. Determine if air/fuel ratio is correct. See MONITOR LIGHT INDICATIONS  table. Check feedback system if incorrect air/fuel ratio is indicated.
MONITOR LIGHT INDICATIONS

Light Operation Air/Fuel Ratio
On Too Rich
Off Too Lean
Flashing Best