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Component Inspection

  1. Check the condition of HO2S
    1. Check HO2S for poor connection or loose terminal.
    2. Check if HO2S is securely installed.
    3. Are the conditions of HO2S normal?

      YES 

      • Go to step  2.

      NO 

  2. Check the Signal waveform of HO2S
    1. IG "OFF" and connect HO2S connector.
    2. Engine start.
    3. After warming-up, monitor signal waveform of HO2S with scan tool.
      Fig 1: Identifying Signal Waveform
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    4. Is the sensor switching properly?

      YES 

      • Go to step  3.

      NO 

  3. Check the fuel filter
    1. IG "OFF" and disconnect the fuel pump connector.
    2. Start the engine and wait until fuel in fuel line is exhausted. After the engine stalls, IG "OFF"
    3. Remove the fuel pump assembly.
    4. Check the fuel filter for clogging by dust, a foreign substance.
    5. Is the fuel filter O.K.?

    YES 

    • Substitute with a known-good ECM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace ECM and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO 

    • Substitute with a known-good fuel filter and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
    NOTE: There is a memory reset function on scan tool that can erase optional parts automatically detected and memorized by ECM. Before or after testing ECM on the vehicle, use this function before reusing the ECM