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Engine Cranks But Does Not Run Non European Emissions

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Caution: When working on the engine ignition system, use only electrically insulated pliers when handling ignition wires with the engine running. The ignition system produces high voltage while the engine is running and could cause serious personal injury if not handled properly.

Notice: Refer to Nylon Fuel Lines Notice in the Preface section.

1

Was the Diagnostic System Check performed?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

Crank the engine.

Does the engine start and continue to run?

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System OK

Go to Step 3

3

Perform a cylinder compression test.

Is the cylinder compression for all of the cylinders at or above the value specified?

689 kPa (100 psi)

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

Inspect the timing belt alignment. Refer to Timing Belt Inspection in Engine Mechanical-2.0L.

Is the timing belt in alignment.

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Align or replace the timing belt as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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6

Repair the internal engine damage as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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7

Inspect the fuel pump fuse.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Replace the fuse.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 2

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9

Crank the engine and inspect the ignition wires for spark.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

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Go to Step 34

Go to Step 10

10

  1. Measure the resistance of the ignition wires.
  2. Replace any of the ignition wires with a resistance above the value specified.
  3. Inspect all of the ignition wires for spark.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

30,000 ohms

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 11

11

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor connector.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Measure the voltage between the CKP sensor connector terminals 2 and 3.

Does the voltage measure near the value specified?

1.08 V

Go to Step 12

Go to Step 13

12

Measure the voltage between the CKP sensor connector terminals 1 and 3.

Does the voltage measure near the value specified?

1.08 V

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 14

13

Measure the voltage between the CKP sensor connector terminal 2 and ground.

Does the voltage measure near the value specified?

1.08 V

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 16

14

Measure the voltage between the CKP sensor connector terminal 1 and ground.

Does the voltage measure near the value specified?

1.08 V

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 17

15

Inspect for an open or short in the wire between the CKP sensor connector terminal 3 and ground.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 33

16

Inspect for an open or short in the wire between the CKP sensor connector terminal 2 and the ECM connector terminal A16.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 18

Go to Step 33

17

Inspect for an open or short in the wire between the CKP sensor connector terminal 1 and the ECM connector terminal B14.

Did you find the condition?

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Go to Step 18

Go to Step 33

18

Repair the wiring as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 2

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19

  1. Disconnect the electronic ignition (EI) system ignition coil connector to prevent the vehicle from starting.
  2. Measure the voltage at the ECM connector terminal A16 by backprobing the ECM connector.

Are the voltage readings near the values specified?

1.08 V with ignition ON

1.2 V during cranking

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 21

20

Measure the voltage at the ECM connector terminal B14 by backprobing the ECM connector.

Are the voltage readings near the values specified?

1.08 V with ignition ON

1.2 V during cranking

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 21

21

Replace the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor. Refer to Crankshaft Position Sensor Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 2

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22

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the electronic ignition (EI) system ignition coil.
  3. Connect a test light between terminal 1 of the EI system ignition coil connector and ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.

Is the test light ON?

--

Go to Step 23

Go to Step 24

23

Connect a test light between terminal 2 of the EI system ignition coil connector and battery positive.

Is the test light ON?

--

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 26

24

Inspect for an open in the wiring between the battery and the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 1.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 26

Go to Main Relay Circuit Diagnosis

25

Inspect for an open in the wire from the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 2 to ground.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 26

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26

  1. Repair the wiring as needed.
  2. Connect the EI system ignition coil connector.
  3. Inspect all of the ignition wires for spark.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 27

27

  1. Turn the ignition to LOCK.
  2. Disconnect the EI system ignition coil connector.
  3. While cranking the engine, measure the voltage at the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 3.

Does the voltage fluctuate within the values specified?

0.2-2 V

Go to Step 28

Go to Step 29

28

While cranking the engine, measure the voltage at the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 4.

Does the voltage fluctuate within the values specified?

0.2-2 V

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 30

29

Inspect for an open in the wire from the EI system ignition coil connector terminals 3 to the ECM connector terminal C14.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 31

Go to Step 33

30

Inspect for an open in the wire from the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 4 to the ECM connector terminal D14.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 31

Go to Step 33

31

  1. Repair the wiring as needed.
  2. Connect the EI system ignition coil connector.
  3. Inspect all of the ignition wires for spark.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

--

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 32

32

Replace the EI system ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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33

Replace the ECM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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34

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a fuel pressure gage.
  3. Crank the engine.

Is any fuel pressure present?

--

Go to Step 37

Go to Step 35

35

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel pump.
  3. Connect a test light between the fuel pump connector terminals 3 and 2.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.
  5. With the ignition ON, the test light should light for the time specified.

Is the test light ON?

2 seconds

Go to Step 36

Go to Step 46

36

Replace the fuel pump. Refer to Fuel Pump Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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37

Is the fuel pressure within the value specified?

379-393 kPa (55-57 psi)

Go to Step 41

Go to Step 38

38

  1. Inspect the fuel filter for a restriction.
  2. Inspect the fuel lines for kinks and restrictions.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 40

39

  1. Replace the fuel filter and/or fuel lines as needed.
  2. Connect a fuel pressure gage.
  3. Crank the engine.

Is the fuel pressure within the value specified?

379-393 kPa (55-57 psi)

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 40

40

  1. Disconnect the vacuum line from the fuel pressure regulator.
  2. Inspect the vacuum line for the presence of fuel.
  3. Inspect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum port for the presence of fuel.

Is any fuel present?

--

Go to Step 43

Go to Step 44

41

Inspect the fuel for contamination.

Is the fuel contaminated?

--

Go to Step 42

Go to Step 58

42

  1. Remove the contaminated fuel from the fuel tank.
  2. Clean the fuel tank as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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43

Replace the fuel pressure regulator. Refer to Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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44

  1. Remove the fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Pump Replacement .
  2. Inspect the fuel pump sender and the fuel coupling hoses for a restriction.
  3. Inspect the in-tank fuel filter for a restriction.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 45

Go to Step 36

45

Replace the fuel pump sender, the in-tank fuel filter, and/or the fuel coupling hoses as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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46

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel pump.
  3. Connect a test light between the fuel pump connector terminal 3 and a known good ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.
  5. With the ignition ON, the test light should light for the time specified.

Is the test light ON?

2 seconds

Go to Step 47

Go to Step 48

47

Repair the open wire between the fuel pump connector terminal 2 and ground.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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48

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the fuel pump relay.
  3. Connect a test light between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 86 and ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.

Is the test light ON?

--

Go to Step 49

Go to Step 54

49

  1. Turn the ignition to LOCK.
  2. Connect a test light between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 86 and battery positive.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. With the ignition ON, the test light should light for the time specified.

Is the test light ON?

2 seconds

Go to Step 50

Go to Step 55

50

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a test light between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 30 and ground.

Is the test light ON?

--

Go to Step 51

Go to Step 57

51

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Inspect the wire between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 87 and the fuel pump connector terminal 3 for an open or short to ground.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 52

Go to Step 53

52

Repair the wire between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 87 and the fuel pump connector terminal 3.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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53

Replace the fuel pump relay. Refer to Relay Replacement in Wiring Systems.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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54

  1. Inspect the fuse pump relay terminal 85 power supply fuse.
  2. Inspect for an open in the wiring between the main relay connector terminal 30 and the fuel pump relay connector terminal 86.

Did you find the condition?

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Go to Step 65

Go to Main Relay Circuit Diagnosis

55

Inspect the wire between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 86 to the ECM connector terminal A12 for an open.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 56

Go to Step 33

56

Repair the wire between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 85 to the ECM connector terminal A12.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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57

Repair the wire between the fuel pump relay connector terminal 30 and the battery.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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58

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the fuel injector harness connectors from all of the fuel injectors.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Connect a test light between the fuel injector harness connector 1 and ground.
  5. Repeat step 4 for each of the remaining fuel injectors.

Is the test light ON at all of the fuel injectors?

--

Go to Step 59

Go to Step 62

59

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a test light between the fuel injector harness connector terminal 2 and battery positive.
  3. Crank the engine.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each of the remaining fuel injectors.

Does the test light flash for all of the fuel injectors?

--

Go to Step 60

Go to Step 63

60

Important: The resistance will increase slightly at higher temperatures.

Measure the resistance of each fuel injector.

Is the resistance within the value specified?

11.8-12.6 ohms

System OK

Go to Step 61

61

Replace any of the fuel injectors with a resistance out of specification. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement .

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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62

Repair the open wires between the fuel injector harness connectors terminal 1 and the battery.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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63

  1. Inspect for an open between the fuel injector harness connector terminal 2 and the ECM connector terminal C4 for the fuel injectors 1 and 4.
  2. Inspect for an open between the fuel injector harness connector terminal 2 and the ECM connector terminal C6 for the fuel injectors 2 and 3.

Did you find the condition?

--

Go to Step 64

Go to Step 66

64

Repair the open fuel injector harness wires.

Did you complete the repair?

--

Go to Step 2

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65

Replace the fuse or repair the wiring as needed.

Did you complete the repair?

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Go to Step 2

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66

  1. Inspect the engine fuse block fuse EF25.
  2. Inspect for an open between the circuit from terminal 1 for each of the 4 fuel injectors and the main relay connector terminal 30.

Did you find the condition?

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Go to Step 65

Go to Main Relay Circuit Diagnosis

Engine Cranks But Does Not Run European Emissions

Step

Action

Values

Yes

No

Caution: When working on the engine ignition system, use only electrically insulated pliers when handling ignition wires with the engine running. The ignition system produces high voltage while the engine is running and could cause serious personal injury if not handled properly.

Notice: Do not attempt to straighten any kinked nylon fuel lines. Replace any kinked nylon fuel feed or return pipes in order to prevent damage to the vehicle.

Important: If a no start condition exists, ensure that the fuel cutoff switch has not been tripped prior to further diagnosis.

1

Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls.

Is the check complete?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls

2

Crank the engine.

Does the engine start and continue to run?

--

System OK

Go to Step 3

3

Perform a cylinder compression test.

Is the cylinder compression for all of the cylinders at or above the specified value?

689 kPa (100 psi)

Go to Step 7

Go to Step 4

4

Inspect the timing belt alignment.

Is the timing belt in alignment?

--

Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

Align or replace the timing belt as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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6

Repair the internal engine damage as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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7

Inspect the fuel pump fuse.

Is the condition found?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Replace the fuse.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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9

Test for the presence of spark from all of the ignition wires while cranking the engine.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

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Go to Step 23

Go to Step 10

10

  1. Measure the resistance of the ignition wires.
  2. Replace any of the ignition wires with a resistance above the specified value.
  3. Test for the presence of spark from all of the ignition wires.

Is spark present from all of the ignition wires?

30,000 ohms

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 11

11

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor connector.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Measure the voltage between the following terminals:
  5. • Terminal 1 and 3 of the CKP sensor connector
    • Terminal 2 and 3 of the CKP sensor connector
    • Terminal 1 of the CKP sensor connector and ground
    • Terminal 2 of the CKP sensor connector and ground

Does the voltage measure near the specified value?

1.4 V

Go to Step 13

Go to Step 12

12

Inspect for an open or short in the wires between the CKP sensor connector and the ECM connector, and repair as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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13

  1. Disconnect the electronic ignition (EI) system ignition coil connector to prevent the vehicle from starting.
  2. Measure the voltage at the ECM connector terminal M05 and M21 by backprobing the ECM connector.

Are the voltage readings near the specified values?

1.4 V with the ignition ON

1.6 V during cranking

Go to Step 15

Go to Step 14

14

Replace the CKP sensor.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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15

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the EI system ignition coil.
  3. Connect a test light between terminal 2 of the EI system ignition coil connector and ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.

Is the test light ON?

--

Go to Step 17

Go to Step 16

16

Inspect for an open in the wire between the battery and the EI system ignition coil connector terminal 2, and repair as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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17

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the ECM connect and EI system ignition coil connector.
  3. Measure the resistance between the following terminals:
  4. • Terminal 1 of the ignition coil and terminal M33/M01 of the ECM connector
    • Terminal 3 of the ignition coil and terminal M51/M25 of the ECM connector

Is the resistance within the specified value?

0 ohms

Go to Step 19

Go to Step 18

18

Inspect for an open circuit and repair as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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19

Measure the resistance between the following terminals:

    • Terminal 1 and 2 of the ignition coil
    • Terminal 2 and 3 of the ignition coil

Are the resistances measured equal to the specified value?

0.9 ohms

Go to Step 20

Go to Step 21

20

  1. Remove the high tension cable.
  2. Measure the resistance between the second coil.
  3. • Between 1 and 4
    • Between 2 and 3

Are the resistances measured equal to the specified value?

5.3 k ohms

Go to Step 22

Go to Step 21

21

Replace the EI system ignition coil.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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22

  1. Inspect for any damages or a poor connection in the ignition wires and repair as needed.
  2. Connect the EI system ignition coil connector and the ECM connector.
  3. Test for the presence of spark from all of the ignition wires.

Is the spark present from all of the ignition wires?

--

Go to Step 25

Go to Step 23

23

Replace the ECM.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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24

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a fuel pressure gage.
  3. Crank the engine.

Is any fuel pressure present?

--

Go to Step 27

Go to Step 25

25

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel pump.
  3. Connect a test light between the fuel pump terminals 2 and 3.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.
  5. With the ignition ON, the test light should light for the specified time.

Is the test light ON?

2 seconds

Go to Step 26

Go to Step 33

26

Replace the fuel pump.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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27

Is the fuel pressure within the specified value?

379-393 kPa (55-57 psi)

Go to Step 28

Go to Step 30

28

Inspect the fuel for contamination.

Is the fuel contaminated?

--

Go to Step 29

Go to Step 42

29

  1. Remove the contaminated fuel from the fuel tank.
  2. Clean the fuel tank as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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30

  1. Inspect the fuel filter for a restriction.
  2. Inspect the fuel lines for kinks and restrictions.
  3. Repair or replace as needed.
  4. Measure the fuel pressure.

Is the fuel pressure within the specified range?

379-393 kPa (55-57 psi)

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 31

31

  1. Disconnect the vacuum line from the fuel pressure regulator.
  2. Inspect the vacuum line for the presence of fuel.
  3. Inspect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum port for the presence of fuel.

Is any fuel present?

--

Go to Step 32

Go to Step 33

32

Replace the fuel pressure regulator.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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33

  1. Remove the fuel pump assembly from the fuel tank.
  2. Inspect the fuel pump sender and the fuel coupling hoses for a restriction.
  3. Inspect the in-tank fuel filter for a restriction.

Is the condition found?

--

Go to Step 34

Go to Step 26

34

Replace the fuel pump sender, the in-tank fuel filter, and/or the fuel coupling hoses as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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35

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the fuel pump.
  3. Connect a test light between the fuel pump connector terminal 3 and ground.
  4. Turn ON the ignition.
  5. With the ignition ON, the test light should illuminate for the time specified.

Is the test light ON?

2 seconds

Go to Step 36

Go to Step 37

36

Repair the open circuit between the fuel pump connector terminal 2 and ground.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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37

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the fuel pump relay.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Measure the voltage at terminal 30 and 86 of the fuel pump relay.

Is the voltage within the specified range?

11-14 V

Go to Step 39

Go to Step 38

38

Repair the open or short circuit for the power supply.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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39

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the ECM connector.
  3. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the following terminals:
  4. • Terminal K54 of the ECM and terminal 86 of the fuel pump relay
    • Terminal M3 of the ECM and terminal 87 of the fuel pump relay
    • Terminal 87 of the fuel pump relay and terminal 3 of the fuel pump

Does the resistance measure within the specified value?

0 ohms

Go to Step 41

Go to Step 40

40

  1. Inspect for an open circuit and fuel cut-off switch.
  2. Reset the fuel cut-off switch or repair the open circuit as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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41

Replace the fuel pump relay.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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42

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Disconnect the fuel injector harness connectors from all of the fuel injectors.
  3. Turn ON the ignition.
  4. Connect a test light between the fuel injector harness connector 1 and ground.
  5. Repeat step 4 for each of the remaining fuel injectors.

Does the test light turn ON at all of the fuel injectors?

2 seconds

Go to Step 43

Go to Step 46

43

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Connect a test light between the fuel injector harness connector 2 and battery positive.
  3. Crank the engine.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for each of the remaining fuel injectors.

Does the test light flash for all of the fuel injectors?

--

Go to Step 44

Go to Step 47

44

Important: The resistance will increase slightly at a higher temperature.

Measure the resistance of each fuel injector.

Is the resistance within the specified range?

11.6-12.4 ohms

System OK

Go to Step 45

45

Replace any of the fuel injectors with a resistance out of specification.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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46

  1. Inspect the fuse EF25 in the engine fuse block.
  2. Inspect for an open between the circuit from terminal 1 of the 4 fuel injectors and terminal 30 of the main relay.

Is the condition found?

--

Go to Step 49

Go to Main Relay Circuit Diagnosis

47

Measure the resistance between the following terminals:

    • Terminal 2 of the injector 1 connector and terminal M25 of the ECM connector
    • Terminal 2 of the injector 2 connector and terminal M22 of the ECM connector
    • Terminal 2 of the injector 3 connector and terminal M24 of the ECM connector
    • Terminal 2 of the injector 4 connector and terminal M11 of the ECM connector

Does the resistance measured equal the specified value?

0 ohms

Go to Step 50

Go to Step 48

48

Repair the open fuel injector harness wires.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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49

Replace the fuse or repair the wiring as needed.

Is the repair complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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50

Replace the ECM.

Is the replacement complete?

--

Go to Step 2

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