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Cylinder Deactivation (Active Fuel Management) System Diagnosis



Cylinder Deactivation (Active Fuel Management) System Diagnosis

1. Measure the engine oil level. Fill, as required.
2. Using the scan tool, inspect for diagnostic codes within the engine control module (ECM). Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle . Repair, as required.
3. Verify proper operation of the active fuel management system components. Refer to Cylinder Deactivation (Active Fuel Management) System Compression Test (Component Tests and General Diagnostics) .
4. Remove the valve lifter oil manifold. Refer to Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Replacement (Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Replacement) .
5. Verify proper operation of the valve lifter oil manifold. Refer to Cylinder Deactivation (Active Fuel Management) Valve Lifter Oil Manifold Diagnosis and Testing (Component Tests and General Diagnostics) .
6. Replace the active fuel management valve lifters, as required. Both intake and exhaust lifters should be replaced in pairs. Refer to Valve Lifter Replacement (Valve Lifter Replacement) .