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Component Tests and General Diagnostics

Spark Test

1. Remove the spark plug cable.
2. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug.
3. Install the spark plugs to each spark plug cable.
4. Ground the spark plugs.
5. Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.

Note: To prevent gasoline from being injected from injectors during this test, disconnect the injector connectors. Be sure to clean away DTC codes the timing is complete after.






6. Using a spark plug socket, install the spark plugs.
7. Install the spark plug cable.