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Diagnostic Aids

When making measurements on a wiring harness, both a visual inspection and a continuity test should be performed. Inspect terminal connector pins for damage and corrosion, when directed to remove a connector.

NOTE: A 12-volt incandescent (high voltage) test light SHOULD NOT be used to test circuit signals. It will load the circuit and may cause incorrect measurements or faulty EDIS/ECA operations (engine stall).
1.9L EDIS PINPOINT TEST INDEX

Result Pinpoint Test & Step
No Start
No Codes A1
Continuous Memory Code 14 (PIP Signal At ECA fault) A3
"CHECK ENGINE" Light Stays On During Engine Cranking A1
Engine Runs
Continuous Memory Code 18 (IDM To ECA Circuit Fault) B1
Continuous Memory Code 45 Or 46 (Coil Fault) A12
KOER Code 18 (No System Response To SAW Commands During Self-Test) C1
Engine Miss Driveability Complaint (No Codes) G1
Engine Miss Driveability Complaint (With Codes) H1
NOTE: See Fig 1 -Fig 3 and the 1.9L EDIS SYSTEM PIN VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONS  for reference when using PINPOINT TEST procedures for the 1.9L EDIS system.
Fig 1: EDIS Diagnostic Cable Schematic
G91I11252Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: EDIS Schematic
G91J11253Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 3: EDIS Signal Schematic
G91B11255Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
1.9L EDIS SYSTEM PIN VOLTAGE SPECIFICATIONS

Measure Between Pins Volts: KOEO (AC/DC) Volts: KOEC (AC) Volts: KOER (AC)
VRS+S (J31) & VRS-S (J32) 0.0 AC 0.5-2.0 4.0-6.0
VRS+E (J35) & VRS-E (J48) 0.0 AC 0.5-2.0 4.0-6.0
PIP E (J43) & PWRGND (J7) 0.0 AC 6.0-8.0 6.0-8.0
C1E (J53) & PWRGND (J7) VBAT DC 1.0-4.0 2.0-7.0
C2E (J55) & PWRGND (J7) VBAT DC 1.0-4.0 2.0-7.0
C1C (J3) & PWRGND (J7) VBAT DC 1.0-4.0 2.0-7.0
C2C (J6) & PWRGND (J7) VBAT DC 1.0-4.0 2.0-7.0
SAW E (J45) & PWRGND (J7) 0.0 AC 0.1-2.0 3.0-4.0
IDM E (J41) & PWRGND (J7) 0.0 AC 0.5-2.0 0.3-2.0
VRS+S (J31) & PWRGND (J7) 1.0-2.0 DC N/A N/A
VRS-S (J32) & PWRGND (J7) 1.0-2.0 DC N/A N/A
WARNING: DO NOT connect ECA to EDIS diagnostic cable. The 60-pin connector on this harness may be connected to a Breakout Box (BOB) only. If ECA is connected to EDIS diagnostic cable it may be damaged. Some tests may require a second BOB (ECA BOB) to be connected to ECA 60-pin connector. When a second BOB is used, ECA should be disconnected at all times. Never connect ECA to BOB when performing EDIS diagnostics DO NOT bring a fluorescent trouble light (drop light) close to vehicle ignition system wiring. If key is on and VR sensor is disconnected, light may cause EDIS module to fire the ignition coil.