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Test Procedure

-- Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to PRELIMINARY CHECK 

Start diagnosis

-- Remove the engine cover. Refer to the Repair Information.

-- Disconnect the Exhaust Door Control Unit -J883- -1- -3- electrical harness connector.

Fig 1: Identifying NOx Sensor
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-- Switch the ignition on.

-- Using a multimeter, Check the Exhaust Door Control Unit -J883- electrical harness connector terminals 1 to 3 for voltage.

Specified value: about 5.0 V

-- Switch the ignition off.

Continue test according to the following table:

Value Cause Test
If the specified value was not obtained: Open or shorted circuit Checking Wiring 
If the specified value was obtained: Check reference signal circuit Checking Activation