1995 Chrysler LeBaronFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Spark Test

  1. Remove ignition coil secondary cable from distributor cap. Hold end of cable 1/4" away from a known-good engine ground. Crank engine and check for spark.
  2. If spark is not constant or if there is no spark, go to step 4). If spark is constant, slowly move coil secondary cable away from ground while assistant cranks engine. If arcing occurs at coil tower, replace ignition coil.
  3. If spark is constant and no arcing occurs, ignition system secondary voltage is correct. Ensure secondary voltage reaches spark plugs, indicating ignition system is okay. Go to MECHANICAL INSPECTION  under PRELIMINARY INSPECTION & ADJUSTMENTS. Perform tests under FUEL SYSTEM  .
  4. Ensure battery is fully charged (at least 12.4 volts). Connect volt-meter to ignition coil B+ (battery voltage) terminal. See Fig 1 . Crank engine for at least 5 seconds while checking voltage at coil terminal.
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil Terminals (3.0L)
    G95B14317Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  5. If voltage remains near zero during entire cranking period, test Auto Shutdown (ASD) relay circuit. See appropriate TESTS W/CODES - 3.0L article.
  6. If voltmeter reading is near battery voltage and then drops to zero after 1-2 seconds of cranking, test distributor reference pick-up circuit. See TESTS W/CODES - 3.0L article.
  7. If voltmeter reading remains at or near battery voltage during entire cranking period, turn ignition off. Disconnect 60-pin connector from Powertrain Control Module (PCM), and check terminals for poor connections. See Fig 2 .
    Fig 2: Identifying PCM 60-Pin Harness Connector Terminals
    G93F39649Courtesy of CHRYSLER CORP.
  8. Remove positive lead from coil. Connect a jumper wire between battery positive terminal and coil positive terminal. Using a specially constructed jumper wire, momentarily ground PCM harness connector terminal No. 19. See Figure . Spark should occur when ground connection is disconnected.
  9. If spark occurs, replace PCM. If spark does not occur, ground coil negative terminal using specially constructed jumper wire. If spark occurs, repair open circuit in wiring harness. If spark does not occur, replace ignition coil.
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