Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
3.2CL & 3.2TL
Measure voltage by backprobing between PCM 32-pin harness A connector terminal No. 24 (Blue/Orange wire) and PCM 25-pin harness B connector terminal No. 20 (Brown/Yellow wire - A/T) or ECM 31-pin harness A connector terminal No. 26 (Brown/Yellow wire) and ECM 32-pin harness E connector terminal No. 8 (Blue/Orange wire - M/T) with ignition switch in START position. See Figure or Figure . If battery voltage is present, starter signal is okay. If battery voltage is not present, inspect No. 13 STARTER SIGNAL (7.5-amp) fuse in underdash fuse/relay box. If fuse is okay, repair open in Blue/Orange wire between PCM 32-pin harness connector terminal No. 24 (A/T) or ECM 32-pin harness E connector terminal No. 8 (M/T) and under-dash fuse/relay box 18-pin harness connector terminal No. 18. If fuse is blown, repair short in Blue/Orange wire between PCM 32-pin harness connector terminal No. 24 (A/T) or ECM 32-pin harness E connector terminal No. 8 (M/T) and under-dash fuse/relay box 18-pin harness connector terminal No. 18 and between under-dash fuse/relay box 22-pin harness connector terminal No. 10 and PGM-FI main relay harness connector terminal No. 2. Replace fuse.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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