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Test Point 2 - Idle Contact

DME Connector Identification:






CODE 1_12 - IDLE CONTACT SHORTED
1. Disconnect plug from DME control unit.
2. Using test wires, connect ohmmeter between DME harness terminals 24 and 52. Reading should be:

Less than 10 ohms at closed throttle and no continuity when throttle valve is opened 1mm


Terminal Identification:





3. If reading was incorrect, repeat test at throttle switch with plug disconnected. Connect tester to terminals 1 and 2.

Less than 10 ohms at closed throttle and on continuity when throttle valve is opened 1mm

4. If reading is still incorrect, replace idle contact switch. If reading is correct now, check and repair wiring between DME control unit and switch. End of test.

CODE 1_15 - IDLE CONTACT OPEN
Test procedure is the same as for code 1-12.