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Vehicle Check/Preparation

VEHICLE CHECK/PREPARATION

Visual Checks
- Inspect the air cleaner and inlet ducting.
- Check all engine vacuum hoses for damage, leaks, cracks, kinks and proper routing.
- Check EEC system wiring harness for proper connections, bent or broken pins, corrosion, loose wires and proper routing.
- Check the PCM, sensors and actuators for physical damage.
- Check the engine coolant for proper level and mixture.
- Check the transmission fluid level and quality.
- Make all necessary repairs before continuing with the Quick Test.

Vehicle Preparation
- Perform ALL safety steps required to start and run vehicle tests. Apply parking brake, place shift lever firmly into PARK position (NEUTRAL on manual transmission) and block drive wheels.
- Turn off all electrical loads: Radios, lamps, A/C, blower and fans.
- Start engine and bring up to normal operating temperature before running quick test.