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On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Performing




On Board Diagnostic (OBD), Performing

Test conditions:
- Selector lever in position "P" and handbrake applied.
- Vehicle voltage supply in order.
- Fuses 15 and 31 OK.
- Check Ground connections for transmission:
- Check Ground connections for corrosion and poor contact; repair if necessary.
- Ground connection point is located in engine compartment, below battery.
- Check battery Ground strap and Ground strap between battery and transmission.

Safety precautions
Observe following if test and measuring instruments are required during a test drive:
- Test and measuring instruments must be secured to rear seat and operated by a 2nd person from this location.
- If test and measuring equipment is operated from the passenger seat, the passenger-side airbag could be activated in case of an accident and could lead to injury to the person seated there.