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On-Vehicle Inspection

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION

1. INSPECT IGNITION COIL ASSEMBLY AND SPARK TEST
a. Confirm DTCs.

NOTE: If any DTCs are indicated, carry out troubleshooting in accordance with the procedures for those DTCs.

b. Check that a spark occurs.
1. Remove the ignition coils.
2. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
3. Install the spark plugs to each ignition coil, and connect the ignition coil connectors.
4. Disconnect the 8 injector connectors.
5. Ground the spark plugs.
6. Check if a spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.

NOTE:
- Be sure to ground the spark plugs when checking.
- Replace the ignition coil if it is subjected to an impact.
- Do not crank the engine for more than 2 seconds.

c. Using a 16 mm (0.63 in.) plug wrench, install the spark plugs.

Torque: 20 Nm (204 kgf.cm, 15 ft.lbf)

d. Install the ignition coils.

Torque: 7.5 Nm (76 kgf.cm, 66 in.lbf)