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Diagnostic Test

  1. CHECKING THE ENGINE MECHANICAL SYSTEM 

    Turn the ignition off.

    Check for any of the following conditions/mechanical problems:

    - AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM - must be free from leaks and restrictions

    - ENGINE VACUUM - must be at least 13 inches in neutral

    - ENGINE VALVE TIMING - must be within specifications

    - ENGINE COMPRESSION - must be within specifications

    - ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM - must be free from leaks and restrictions

    - ENGINE OIL - must be clean, at the proper level, free from contamination or fuel

    - ENGINE PCV SYSTEM - must flow freely

    - TORQUE CONVERTER STALL SPEED - must be within specifications

    - POWER BRAKE BOOSTER - no internal vacuum leaks

    - FUEL - must be free of contamination

    - FUEL INJECTOR - plugged or restricted injector(s); control wire not connected to the correct injector

    - CAM LOBES - must not be worn excessively

    - CYLINDER LEAKAGE TEST - must be within specifications

    - VALVE SPRINGS - cannot be weak or broken

    Were any problems found? 

    Yes 

    1. Repair as necessary in accordance with the Service Information.
    2. Perform PCM VERIFICATION TEST .

    No 

    1. Test Complete.