Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
To start the engine the correct air/fuel mixture must be compressed within the cylinder, and sparked at the proper time. This assumes that the vehicle battery condition and cranking speed is within specifications, and that an adequate amount of quality fuel is in the tank. The PCM controls fuel delivery, fuel metering, and spark timing. When the key is first turned ON, the PCM energizes the fuel pump to prime the fuel rail assembly. The PCM uses input from various information sensors to determine the correct amount of fuel to mix with the intake air, and the spark timing of the mixture over a wide range of starting conditions.

DIAGNOSTIC AIDS

NOTE: Refer to Connector Test Adapter kit J 35616-A Notice in Service Precautions.

To prevent mis-diagnosis, perform Diagnostic System Check - Computers and Control Systems before performing this table. Unless the engine enters Clear Flood at the first indication of a flooding condition, a no start may result. Be sure to check the spark plugs for signs of fouling. Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

Inspect for leaks in the intake air ducting between the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor and the throttle body. If the steps above check OK, refer to Hard Start for diagnosis.

TEST

Steps 1-6:

Steps 7-10: