Component Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect a DMM to the KS signal circuit and to the KS low reference circuit at the KS.
- Set the DMM to the 400 mv AC hertz scale and wait for the DMM display to stabilize at 0 Hz.
- Tap on the engine block with a non-metallic object near the KS while observing the signal indicated on the DMM.
- The DMM should display a fluctuating frequency while tapping on the engine block.
IMPORTANT:
Do not tap on plastic engine components.