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Component Function Check

  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. IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    With CONSULT 

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

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES >> INSPECTION END

      NO >> Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  3. IGNITION SIGNAL FUNCTION

    Without CONSULT 

    1. Let engine idle.
    2. Read the voltage signal between ECM harness connector and ground.
      ECM Ground Voltage signal
      Connector Terminal
      F7 17 Ground
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      18
      21
      22
      NOTE: The pulse cycle changes depending on rpm at idle.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES >> INSPECTION END

      NO >> Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".