Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.
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Checking the Basics - Read Before Proceeding

1. Engine cranks, but does not start.
a. Spark is insufficient or does not occur at all (on spark plug).
- Check ignition coil.
- Check camshaft position sensor and crankshaft position sensor
- Check power transistor.
- Check spark plugs.
- Check spark plug cable.
b. Spark is good.
- Check ignition timing.
2. Engine idles roughly or stalls.
- Check spark plugs.
- Check ignition timing.
- Check ignition coil.
- Check spark plug cable.
3. Poor acceleration
- Check ignition timing.
- Check spark plug cable.
- Check ignition coil.