- Important Preliminary Checks

Important Preliminary Checks Before Starting, perform the Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) System Check and verify all of the following items: Testing and Inspection
^ The PCM and MIL (Service Engine Soon) are operating correctly.
^ There are no DTC(s) stored.
^ Ensure that the engine coolant temperature is not above 130°C (266°F). This condition will cause the PCM to operate in Engine Metal Overtemp. While in Engine Metal Overtemp, the PCM will turn fuel off to four cylinders at a time to keep engine temperatures from reaching damaging levels. Engine Metal Overtemp will be perceived as a lack of power, miss, or rough idle. If the vehicle is operating in Engine Metal Overtemp, refer Cooling System and Radiator for diagnosis.
^ Scan tool data is within normal operating range, Refer to Scan Data Values
- An example of incorrect scan data would be an indication of the extended travel brake switch always applied. With this condition the PCM may operate the engine in a torque reduction mode at higher throttle angles. The torque reduction mode may cause a driveability concern. This condition may not set a DTC.
^ Verify the customer complaint and locate the correct symptom in the table of contents. Perform the procedure included in the symptom chart.