Inspection Procedure 16

INSPECTION PROCEDURE 16
Acceleration shock.

COMMENT
- There may be an ignition leak accompanying the increase in the spark plug demand voltage during acceleration.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
The most likely causes for this case:
- Malfunction of the ignition system.

DIAGNOSIS

Required Special Tool: MB991502: Scan Tool




STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the scan tool, turn the ignition switch "OFF" before connecting or disconnecting the scan tool.

If DTC is not output, go to Step 2.
If DTC is output, refer to Inspection Chart for Diagnostic Trouble Code.

STEP 2. Check the following items.
(1) Check the following items and repair or replace the defective items.
a. Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.
b. Check for occurrence of ignition leak.
Then confirm that the malfunction symptom is eliminated.