C-4, Electronic Spark Timing (Gasoline Engines)
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An open or short to ground in the Electronic Spark Timing (EST) or by-pass circuits will cause ECM to turn on SERVICE ENGINE SOON light and confirm fault causing Code 42 is present. Refer to G - GAS - TESTS W/ CODES article.