How to Troubleshoot Circuits at the PCM Connectors

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NOTE: The PCM stays on for up to an hour after the vehicle is turned to OFF (LOCK) mode. Jumping the SCS line after turning the vehicle to OFF (LOCK) mode cancels this function. Disconnecting the PCM during this function, without jumping the SCS line first, can damage the PCM.

1. Jump the SCS line with the HDS, and wait more than 1 minute.

2. Disconnect PCM connectors A and E.

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3. When diagnosis/troubleshooting is done at the PCM connectors, use the terminal test port (A) above the terminal you need to check.

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4. Connect one side of the patch cord terminals (A) to a commercially available digital multimeter (B), and connect the other side of the terminal (C) to the pin probe male.

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Gently contact the pin probe (male) at the terminal test port from the terminal side. Do not force the tips into the terminals.

WARNING:

For accurate results, always use the pin probe (male).
To prevent damage to the connector terminals, do not insert test equipment probes, paper clips, or other substitutes as they can damage the terminals. Damaged terminals cause a poor connection and an incorrect measurement.
Do not puncture the insulation on a wire. Punctures can cause or eventually lead to poor or intermittent electrical connections.