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Check for Intermittent Problems





2GR-FE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM: SFI SYSTEM: CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS

1. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS

HINT
For use of the Techstream only:

Inspect the vehicle's ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal mode (default), which uses 2 trip detection logic.

(a) Clear the DTCs DTC Check / Clear.

(b) Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode using the Techstream Check Mode Procedure.

(c) Perform a simulation test How To Proceed With Troubleshooting.

(d) Check and wiggle the harness(es), connector(s) and terminal(s) Electronic Circuit Inspection Procedure.