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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview





On-vehicle Inspection

Spark test
1. Disconnect the ignition coil connectors (A).








2. Remove the ignition coils (A).








3. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug.
4. Install the spark plug to the ignition coil.
5. Ground the spark plug to the engine.





NOTE:
To prevent fuel being injected from injectors while the engine is being cranked, disconnect the injector connector.
Crank the engine for no more than 5 - 10 seconds.

6. Inspect all the spark plugs.
7. Using a spark plug socket, install the spark plug.
8. Install the ignition coil.
9. Reconnect the ignition coil connector.