Intermittent Simulation

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 1997 Pontiac Sunfire, 1997 Pontiac Grand Am, 1997 Oldsmobile Achieva, 1997 Chevrolet Malibu, and 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To reproduce the conditions causing intermittent fault, use the following methods:

Lightly vibrate component.
Heat component.
Wiggle or bend wiring harness.
Spray component with water.
Remove/apply vacuum source.

Monitor circuit/component voltage or resistance while simulating intermittent. If engine is running, monitor for diagnostic trouble codes. Use test results to identify a faulty component or circuit.