Signal missing. Permanent fault: Verification

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Fig 1: Engine Start Verification

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Start the engine. Allow the engine to run at idle speed for 30 seconds
Ignition off for 30 seconds.

NOTE: If the engine cooling fan (FC) is running, the ignition must be off for 30 seconds after the engine cooling fan (FC) has stopped.

Start the engine. Allow the engine to run at idle speed for 30 seconds.

Read off the status of the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA
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Is the status intermittent?

YES
OKAY: Troubleshooting has been completed.
NO
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