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8. Check the fuel for water, alcohol, etc.
9. A basic engine problem that affects all cylinders is
the only possibility at this point. (Cam timing,
throttle body leak, restricted air flow, etc.)
11. Tests the ignition system voltage output using a
spark tester.
12. Replace any spark plugs that are worn, cracked or
fouled.
13. Checks for voltage at the ignition feed circuit.
18. Whenever the driver circuit is shorted to ground,
the light will be on steady. When the driver circuit is
shorted to voltage or open, the light will be off.19. Since voltage is supplied to the fuel injector on a
single circuit, the malfunction could only be a poor
connection or open in the fuel injector harness. An
open before the harness would result in an ”Engine
Cranks But Will Not Run” complaint.
28. Before replacing the ECM, check terminals for im-
proper mating, broken locks, or physical damage to
the wiring harness. The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to the latest Techline procedure
for ECM reprogramming.
DTC P0303 – Cylinder 3 Misfire
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
1Perform an On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System
Check.
Was the check complete?–Go to Step 2Go to
”On–Board
Diagnostic Sys-
tem Check”
21. Install a scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
3. Request Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Are DTCs P0203 or P300 set?–Go to applica-
ble DTCGo to Step 3
31. Perform a visual/physical inspection.
2. Make any repairs that are necessary.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 4
4Start the engine and allow it to idle.
Are any Misfire Current counters incrementing?–Go to Step 5Go to Step 6
5Are all counters equal (within a percentage of each
other)?–Go to Step 7Go to Step 11
61. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
2. Review the Freeze Frame data, and note the
parameters.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame
conditions and conditions for setting this DTC
as noted.
Are any Misfire Current counters incrementing?–Go to Step 5Go to
”Diagnostic
Aids”
71. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Install a fuel pressure gauge to the fuel rail.
3. Observe the fuel pressure with the engine run-
ning.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified value?284–325 kPa
(41–47 psi)Go to Step 8Go to
”Fuel System
Diagnosis”
8Check the fuel for contamination.
Is the fuel OK?–Go to Step 9Go to Step 10
9Check for a basic engine problem and repair as nec-
essary.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
10Replace the contaminated fuel.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
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StepNo Yes Value(s) Action
111. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Disconnect the fuel injector harness connector.
3. Install a spark tester on cylinder #3 spark plug
cable.
4. Crank the engine and check for spark.
Is a spark observed on all four spark plug cables?–Go to Step 12Go to Step 20
12Replace the malfunctioning spark plug.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 13
131. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Disconnect the cylinder #3 fuel injector connec-
tors from the injector.
3. Install an injector test light on the injector har-
ness connector, terminal 1.
4. Crank the engine and note the test light.
Does the injector test light blink?–Go to Step 14Go to Step 15
14Perform the Fuel Injector Balance Test.
Are the fuel injectors OK?–Go to Step 9Go to Step 16
151. Disconnect the injector test light.
2. With a test light connected to ground, probe
the ignition feed terminal 2 of the injector har-
ness connector.
3. Crank the engine.
Does the test light illuminate?–Go to Step 17Go to Step 19
16Replace the malfunctioning fuel injector.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
17Check the affected fuel injector driver circuit for an
open, short, or short to voltage.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 18Go to Step 24
18Repair the open or the shorted fuel injector driver cir-
cuit.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
19Repair the open ignition feed circuit between the fuel
injector harness connector and the fuel injector con-
nector.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
20Measure the resistance of the spark plug cable.
Is the resistance of the spark plug cable less than the
specified value?30,000 WGo to Step 21Go to Step 25
21Inspect the Engine Control Module (ECM) connec-
tor and connections.
Are the connections OK?–Go to Step 22Go to Step 23
22Check the affected cylinders ignition control circuit
for an open or short and repair as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 26
23Repair the connector or connections.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
241. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Replace the ECM.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
25Replace the spark plug cable.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
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8. Check the fuel for water, alcohol, etc.
9. A basic engine problem that affects all cylinders is
the only possibility at this point. (Cam timing,
throttle body leak, restricted air flow, etc.)
11. Tests the ignition system voltage output using a
spark tester.
12. Replace any spark plugs that are worn, cracked or
fouled.
13. Checks for voltage at the ignition feed circuit.
18. Whenever the driver circuit is shorted to ground,
the light will be on steady. When the driver circuit is
shorted to voltage or open, the light will be off.19. Since voltage is supplied to the fuel injector on a
single circuit, the malfunction could only be a poor
connection or open in the fuel injector harness. An
open before the harness would result in an ”Engine
Cranks But Will Not Run” complaint.
28. Before replacing the ECM, check terminals for im-
proper mating, broken locks, or physical damage to
the wiring harness. The replacement ECM must be
programmed. Refer to the latest Techline procedure
for ECM reprogramming.
DTC P0304 – Cylinder 4 Misfire
StepActionValue(s)YesNo
1Perform an On–Board Diagnostic (EOBD) System
Check.
Was the check complete?–Go to Step 2Go to
”On–Board
Diagnostic Sys-
tem Check”
21. Install a scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
2. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
3. Request Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Are DTCs P0201 or P300 set?–Go to applica-
ble DTCGo to Step 3
31. Perform a visual/physical inspection.
2. Make any repairs that are necessary.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 4
4Start the engine and allow it to idle.
Are any Misfire Current counters incrementing?–Go to Step 5Go to Step 6
5Are all counters equal (within a percentage of each
other)?–Go to Step 7Go to Step 11
61. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
2. Review the Freeze Frame data, and note the
parameters.
3. Operate the vehicle within the Freeze Frame
conditions and conditions for setting this DTC
as noted.
Are any Misfire Current counters incrementing?–Go to Step 5Go to
”Diagnostic
Aids”
71. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Install a fuel pressure gauge to the fuel rail.
3. Observe the fuel pressure with the engine run-
ning.
Is the fuel pressure within the specified value?284–325 kPa
(41–47 psi)Go to Step 8Go to
”Fuel System
Diagnosis”
8Check the fuel for contamination.
Is the fuel OK?Go to Step 9Go to Step 10
9Check for a basic engine problem and repair as nec-
essary.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
10Replace the contaminated fuel.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
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StepNo Yes Value(s) Action
111. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Disconnect the fuel injector harness connector.
3. Install a spark tester on cylinder #4 spark plug
cable.
4. Crank the engine and check for spark.
Is a spark observed on all four spark plug cables?–Go to Step 12Go to Step 20
12Replace the malfunctioning spark plug.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 13
131. Turn the engine OFF.
2. Disconnect the cylinder #4 fuel injector connec-
tors from the injector.
3. Install an injector test light on the injector har-
ness connector, terminal 1.
4. Crank the engine and note the test light.
Does the injector test light blink?–Go to Step 14Go to Step 15
14Perform the Fuel Injector Balance Test.
Are the fuel injectors OK?–Go to Step 9Go to Step 16
151. Disconnect the injector test light.
2. With a test light connected to ground, probe
the ignition feed terminal 2 of the injector har-
ness connector.
3. Crank the engine.
Does the test light illuminate?–Go to Step 17Go to Step 19
16Replace the malfunctioning fuel injector.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27 –
17Check the affected fuel injector driver circuit for an
open, short, or short to voltage.
Is a problem found?–Go to Step 18Go to Step 24
18Repair the open or the shorted fuel injector driver cir-
cuit.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
19Repair the open ignition feed circuit between the fuel
injector harness connector and the fuel injector con-
nector.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
20Measure the resistance of the spark plug cable.
Is the resistance of the spark plug cable less than the
specified value?30,000 WGo to Step 21Go to Step 25
21Inspect the Engine Control Module (ECM) connec-
tor and connections.
Are the connections OK?–Go to Step 22Go to Step 23
22Check the affected cylinders ignition control circuit
for an open or short and repair as needed.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27Go to Step 26
23Repair the connector or connections.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
241. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Replace the ECM.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
25Replace the spark plug cable.
Is the repair complete?–Go to Step 27–
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0351
IGNITION CONTROL CIRCUIT A FAULT (CYLINDER 1 & 4)
Circuit Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) provides a ground for
the electronic spark timing A circuit. When the ECM re-
moves the ground path of the ignition primary coil, the
magnetic field produced by the coil collapses. The collaps-
ing magnetic field produces a voltage in the secondary coil
which fires the spark plug.
The circuit between the ECM and the electronic ignition
system ignition coil is monitored for an open circuit, short
to voltage, and short to ground. When the ECM detects a
problem in the electronic spark timing A circuit, it will set
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0351.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S Monitor fault feedback signal.
S Ignition ON.
S Fault flag increments fail count.
S Must receive more than 200 failures within 255 test
cycles.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illumi-
nate.S The ECM will record operating conditions at the
time the diagnostic fails. This information will be
stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records
buffers.
S Low speed coolant fan turns on.
S A history DTC is stored.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S The MIL will turn off after four consecutive ignition
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.
S A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm–
up cycles without a fault.
S DTC(s) can be cleared by using the scan tool.
S Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than
10 seconds.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection,
rubbed–through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the
insulation. Check for:
S Poor connection – Inspect the ECM harness and
connectors for improper mating, broken locks, im-
properly formed or damaged terminals, and poor
terminal–towire connection.
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0352
IGNITION CONTROL CIRCUIT B FAULT (CYLINDER 2 & 3)
Circuit Description
The Engine Control Module (ECM) provides a ground for
the electronic spark timing A circuit. When the ECM re-
moves the ground path of the ignition primary coil, the
magnetic field produced by the coil collapses. The collaps-
ing magnetic field produces a voltage in the secondary coil
which fires the spark plug.
The circuit between the ECM and the electronic ignition
system ignition coil is monitored for an open circuit, short
to voltage, and short to ground. When the ECM detects a
problem in the electronic spark timing A circuit, it will set
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0351.
Conditions for Setting the DTC
S Monitor fault feedback signal.
S Ignition ON.
S Fault flag increments fail count.
S Must receive more than 200 failures within 255 test
cycles.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
S The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will illumi-
nate.S The ECM will record operating conditions at the
time the diagnostic fails. This information will be
stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records
buffers.
S Low speed coolant fan turns on.
S A history DTC is stored.
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC
S The MIL will turn off after four consecutive ignition
cycles in which the diagnostic runs without a fault.
S A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm–
up cycles without a fault.
S DTC(s) can be cleared by using the scan tool.
S Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than
10 seconds.
Diagnostic Aids
An intermittent may be caused by a poor connection,
rubbed–through wire insulation or a wire broken inside the
insulation. Check for:
S Poor connection – Inspect the ECM harness and
connectors for improper mating, broken locks, im-
properly formed or damaged terminals, and poor
terminal–towire connection.
ENGINE CONTROLS 1F – 577
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StepNo Yes Value(s) Action
101. Check the fuel injector driver circuit.
2. Disconnect all of the fuel injector harness con-
nectors at the fuel injectors.
3. Connect an injector test light between the har-
ness terminals of each fuel injector connector.
4. Note the test light while cranking the engine.
Does the test light blink at all connectors?–Go toStep 13Go toStep 11
11Check the fuel injector driver wiring harness, the
connectors, and the connector terminals for the
proper connections.
Is the problem found?–Go toStep 12Go toStep 30
12Repair the wiring harness, the connector, or the con-
nector terminal as needed.
Is the repair complete?–System OK
13Measure the resistance of each fuel injector at 68°F
(20°C). The resistance will increase slightly at high-
er temperatures.
Is the fuel injector resistance within the value speci-
fied?11.6–12.4 ΩGo toStep 15Go toStep 14
14Replace any fuel injector with a resistance that is out
of specifications.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
15Perform an injector balance test.
Is the problem found?–Go toStep 16Go toStep 17
16Replace any restricted or leaking fuel injectors as
needed.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
171. Check for the proper ignition voltage output for
each cylinder with a spark tester.
2. Inspect the spark plugs for cracks, wear, im-
proper gap, burned electrodes, or heavy de-
posits.
3. Inspect the ignition wires for short conditions.
4. Inspect all of the ignition grounds for loose con-
nections.
5. Inspect the powertrain control module
(PCM)/engine control module (ECM) for the
proper operation.
Is the problem found?–Go toStep 18Go toStep 19
18Correct or replace any faulty ignition components.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
19Does the engine misfire or cut out under load or at
idle?Go to
”Ignition Sys-
tem Check”Go toStep 20
20Does the engine start, but then immediately stall?–Go toStep 21Go toStep 23
211. Remove the Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor.
2. Inspect for faulty connections and repair as
needed.
Is the problem found?–Go toStep 22Go toStep 25
22Repair the faulty connections as needed.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
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SURGES OR CHUGGLES
Definition : Engine power varies under steady throttle or
cruise, making it feel as if the vehicle speeds up and slows
down with no change in the accelerator pedal position.
Important : Make sure the driver understands Torque
Converter Clutch (TCC) and A/C compressor operation as
described in the owner’s manualThe speedometer reading and the speed reading on the
scan tool should be equal.
Before diagnosing the symptom, check service bulletins
for updates.
Step
ActionValue(s)YesNo
1Were the Important Preliminary Checks performed?–Go toStep 2Go to
”Important Pre-
liminary
Checks”
2Connect the scan tool to the Data Link Connector
(DLC).
Does the Front Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1) re-
spond quickly to different throttle positions?–Go toStep 4Go toStep 3
31. Check the HO2S1 sensor for silicone or other
contaminants from fuel or use of improper
Room Temperature Vulcanizing (RTV) sealant.
2. Replace the contaminated HO2S1 sensor.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–
41. Drive the vehicle at the speed of the complaint.
2. Monitor the long term fuel trim reading using
the scan tool.
Is the long term fuel trim reading within the value
specified?–20–25%Go toStep 7Go toStep 5
5Is the long term fuel trim reading below the value
specified?–20%Go to
”Diagnostic
Aids for DTC
P0172”Go toStep 6
6Is the long term fuel trim reading above the value
specified?25%Go to
”Diagnostic
Aids for DTC
P0171”–
7Check the fuel system pressure while the condition
exists.
Is the fuel system pressure within specifications?41–47 psi
(284–325 kPa)Go toStep 8Go toStep 17
8Check the in–line fuel filter.
Is the filter dirty or plugged?–Go toStep 18Go toStep 9
9Perform an injector diagnosis.
Does the injector balance test pinpoint the problem?–Go toStep 19Go toStep 10
101. Check for proper ignition voltage output using a
spark tester.
2. Inspect the spark plugs for cracks, wear, im-
proper gap, burned electrodes, or heavy de-
posits.
Is the problem found?–Go toStep 11Go toStep 12
11Repair or replace any ignition system components
as needed.
Is the repair complete?–System OK–