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Component Function Check

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  1. INSPECTION START

    Turn ignition switch OFF, and restart engine.

    Does the engine start? 

    YES-1: With CONSULT: GO TO 2.

    YES-2: Without CONSULT: GO TO  3.

    NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  2. CHECK IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    With CONSULT 

    1. Perform "POWER BALANCE" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
    2. Check that each circuit produces a momentary engine speed drop.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  3. CHECK IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    Without CONSULT 

    1. Let engine idle.
    2. Read the voltage signal between ECM harness connector terminals with an oscilloscope.
      ECM Voltage signal
      + -
      Connector Terminal Connector Terminal
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      18
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      Fig 1: Checking Ignition Signal Function
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      NOTE: The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm at idle.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: INSPECTION END

      NO: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".