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Circuit/System Testing

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  1. Verify the following conditions do not exist:
    • Engine - Vacuum leak
    • Exhaust System - Leaking/Missing components/Restricted - Refer to:Symptoms - Engine Exhaust
    • Fuel - Contaminated/Dirty/Fill Level = Low - Refer to: Alcohol/Contaminants-in-Fuel Diagnosis 
    • Fuel Pressure - High/Low - Refer to: Fuel System Diagnosis 
    • Positive Crankcase Ventilation System - Leaking/Incorrect connection/Restricted
    • Spark Plug Boot - Carbon Tracking/ Fluid intrusion/Visible Damage
    • Spark Plug - Carbon Tracking/Fouled/Visible Damage
    • Vacuum Hoses - Kinked/Leaking/Incorrect connection/Restricted
    • If a condition exists 

      Repair or replace as necessary.

    • Go to next step: If no conditions exist 
  2. Ignition/Vehicle - Off
  3. Remove the appropriate component: T8 Ignition Coil - Leave the electrical connector connected.
  4. Install the special tool: J-26792  Ignition Spark Tester @T8 Ignition Coil & Ground
  5. Engine - Running
    6. NOTE:

    An erratic or weak spark is considered a no spark condition.

  6. Verify there is spark at the tool.
    • Go to next step: If there is spark 
  7. Ignition/Vehicle - Off
  8. Verify the component specifications are correct: Spark Plug - Gap / Heat Range /Torque - Refer to:Ignition System Specifications
    • If not correct 

      Repair or replace as necessary.

    • Go to next step: If correct 
  9. Swap the two components: Spark Plug - The original component that set the DTC & Another known good component from the vehicle
  10. Engine - Running
  11. Verify the scan tool parameter: Cylinder 1 - 4 Current Misfire Counter = Increments - At the original component location the DTC set.
    • If the parameter value does not increment 

      Replace the component: Spark Plug - The original component that set the DTC

    • Go to next step: If the parameter value increments 
  12. Perform the following procedure/test: Fuel Injector Balance - Refer to: Fuel Injector Diagnosis 

    Verify the procedure/test passes.

    • If the procedure/test does not pass 

      Replace the component that failed the test: Q17 Fuel Injector

    • Go to next step: If the procedure/test passes 
  13. Verify the condition does not exist: An engine mechanical condition. - Refer to:Symptoms - Engine Mechanical
    • If a condition exists 

      Repair or replace as necessary.

    • Go to next step: If no condition exists 
  14. All OK.
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