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Ignition Signal Test - Code 21

  1. Disconnect 20-pin connector and check for insulation between terminals No. 3, 5 and 14 and ground. See Fig 1 . If there is no continuity, repair harness.
  2. If there is continuity, check power transistor. With ohmmeter positive lead on terminals No. 1, 4, 4 and 2, continuity should be found at terminals No. 5, 2, 3 and 3 respectively. See Fig 1 . If checks are okay, perform ECCS self-diagnosis procedure. If okay, end test. If not okay, replace ECCS control unit.
    Fig 1: 200SX Power Transistor Terminals
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  3. If voltage was present, check harness between ECU and power transistor. Disconnect ECU 20-pin connector and check for insulation between terminals No. 3, 5 and ground. No resistance should exist. Place a lead wire across terminals No. 3 and 2 of harness connector, and measure resistance between terminals No. 3 and 5 in 20-pin connector. If no resistance is found, repair or replace harness.
  4. If resistance was found, check power transistor for continuity. Refer to the POWER TRANSISTOR CONTINUITY VALUES  table for Maxima readings.
POWER TRANSISTOR CONTINUITY VALUES

Tester Terminal (+ / -) Continuity
1/2 Yes
1/3 Yes
1/4 Yes
2/1 No
2/3 No
2/4 Yes
3/1 Yes
3/2 Yes
3/4 Yes
4/1 No
4/2 Yes
4/3 No
Fig 2: View of Ignition Coil Terminals
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