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Test 1 - Checking Diagnostic System For Fault Codes

  1. Connect diagnostic read-out box to engine harness connector. Put system into Diagnostic Mode. Record all codes.
    NOTE: If fault codes 22, 28, 25 or 26 appear at this time, proceed to TEST IDENTIFICATION  chart.
  2. Turn ignition off and disconnect the computer 14-pin connector for one minute and then reconnect it. Disconnect the diagnostic read-out box. Start engine and run for 2 minutes. Turn engine off. Reconnect the diagnostic read-out box. Put system into Diagnostic Mode. Record all codes.
  3. If same code appears before and after engine is started, the problem still exists. Proceed to TEST IDENTIFICATION  chart. If a code does not reappear after the engine is started, the problem no longer exists but was intermittent. Check for loose or corroded wiring connections in the circuit. Use wiring diagram as a guide.
TEST IDENTIFICATION CHART

Trouble Code Test No. System Test
N/A 1 Checking diagnostic system for
11 2 Oxygen solenoid system check
13 3 Canister purge solenoid control
17 4 Throttle control solenoid system
18 5 V.O.S. control solenoid system
22 6 Oxygen feedback system check
25 or 26 7 Coolant sensor circuit check
28 8 Speed sensor circuit check
N/A 9 Checking for no code 88
N/A 10 Choke system check
N/A 11 Check for fuel fouled spark plugs
N/A 12 Bowl vent system check
N/A 13 Carburetor switch check
N/A 14 Coolant sensor calibration check
N/A 15 Choke system check
N/A 16 Carburetor idle system check
N/A 17 EGR system check
N/A 18 Air switching system check
N/A 19 Solenoid kicker system check
N/A 20 Carburetor bowl vent system check
N/A 21 Computer controlled components check
N/A 22 Radiator fan relay circuit check
N/A 23 Solenoid kicker operation check
N/A 24 Secondary ignition system check
N/A 25 Basic ignition timing check
N/A 26 Engine idle system check
N/A 27 General engine systems checks