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Airflow Meter Testing

Remove rubber cover from electrical connector on airflow meter. Leave connector connected. Connect volt/ohmmeter between terminals and record readings. See AIRFLOW METER SPECIFICATIONS table. If readings are not to specifications, check electrical wiring. If wiring is okay, replace airflow sensor.

NOTE: DO NOT start engine unless specified. Place the ignition switch in the OFF or ON position as indicated.
NOTE: Airflow meter test specifications for Justy not available from manufacturer.
AIRFLOW METER SPECIFICATIONS

Ignition Switch Wire Colors Readings
Legacy
Key On Red & Brown 10-13 Volts
Engine On Red & Brown 13-14 Volts
Key On Black & Brown 0-0.3 Volt
Engine On Black & Brown 0.8-1.2 Volts
Key On White & Brown Zero Volts
Engine On White & Brown Zero Volts
Loyale PFI Turbo
Off Black & Brown 0-10 Ohms
Off Brown & Ground 0-10 Ohms
On Power Wire & Brown 10 Volts Min.
On Signal Wire & Ground (1) 1-2 Volts
Loyale TBI
Key Off Black & Ground 0-10 Ohms
Key On Red & Ground 10 Volts Min.
Key On White & Black (1) .1-.5 Volt
XT & XT6 1.8L PFI
Key Off Black & Brown 0-10 Ohms
Key Off Brown & Ground 0-10 Ohms
Key On White & Brown 10 Volts Min.
XT & XT6 2.7L PFI
Key Off Black & Brown 0-10 Ohms
Key Off Brown & Ground 0-10 Ohms
Key On Red & Brown 10 Volts Min.
Key On White & Brown (1) 1-2 Volts
(1) Voltage should be higher when blowing air from air cleaner side.