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Inspection Procedure 16

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 (MUT-II)




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

CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.

1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Read the DTC.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

Q: Is the DTC is output?

YES: Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart.

NO: 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.