Symptom Diagnosis
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Symptom checks cannot be used properly unless the problem occurs while the vehicle is being tested. To reduce diagnostic time, ensure steps in BASIC DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES and SELF-DIAGNOSTICS articles were performed before diagnosing a symptom. Symptoms available for diagnosis include:
- Engine Does Not Start (Will Not Crank)
- Engine Cranks, But Fails To Start
- Engine Backfires
- Loss Of Power
- Detonation (Engine Knock)
- Stalls At Idle
- Engine Runs Rough (Off Idle)
- Rough Or Unstable Idle
- Engine Misfires All Conditions
- Poor Fuel Economy
- Excessive Emissions