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Strategy Based Diagnostics

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  1. Perform the DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - ENGINE CONTROLS before using the symptom tables, if applicable.
  2. Review the system operations in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to DISASSEMBLED VIEWS   ,  ENGINE COMPONENT DESCRIPTION   ,  LUBRICATION DESCRIPTION   ,  NEW PRODUCT INFORMATION   , and DRIVE BELT SYSTEM DESCRIPTION   .

All diagnosis on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy based diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow may always be used in order to resolve a system condition. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary. For a detailed explanation, refer to STRATEGY BASED DIAGNOSIS in General Information.