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12-Step A, Fuel Control Circuit (Code 27)


1. With diagnostic read-out tool connected to engine test connector, place ignition switch in the Off position.
2. Disconnect fuel injector electrical connector.
3. Connect a voltmeter between terminals of fuel injector electrical connector.
4. Disconnect logic module white electrical connector.
5. Connect a jumper wire between logic module white electrical connector terminal No. 2 and ground.
6. Place ignition switch in the RUN position, then depress diagnostic read-out tool ATM button and note voltmeter reading.
7. If voltmeter indicates voltage, replace logic module. If voltmeter indicates a negative voltage reading, reverse voltmeter leads and repeat test.
CAUTION: Before replacing the logic module make sure the terminal in cavity No. 2 is not crushed so that it cannot touch the logic module pin.
8. If voltmeter indicates no voltage, proceed to Test 12 step B.