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.
1990 Eagle Talon Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - 2.0L
- Introduction
- System Diagnosis
- "Hard Failures"
- "Intermittent Failures"
- Diagnostic Procedure
- Entering On-Board Diagnostics
- Check Engine Light Diagnostic Mode
- DRB-II Diagnostic Mode
- DRB-II Error Screens
- SYSTEM FAULT ROM CHECK SUM $XXXX Message
- SYSTEM FAULT KEYBOARD FAILURE Message
- SYSTEM FAULT RAM FAILURE $XXXX Message
- SYSTEM FAULT EEPROM FAILURE Message
- SYSTEM FAILURE, COMMUNICATION FAILURE, REFER TO DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES Message
- SYSTEM FAILURE NO RESPONSE FROM ADAPTER or SYSTEM FAILURE ADAPTER REQUIRED TO DIAGNOSE WITH THIS CARTRIDGE Message
- Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) Identification
- Clearing Codes
- Summary
- Code Charts
- No Start Tests
- DRIVEABILITY Tests
- Dr-1: Fault Code Check
- Dr-2: Checking Oxygen Sensor
- Dr-3: Checking Airflow Sensor (Turbo)
- Dr-4: Checking Airflow Sensor (Non-Turbo)
- Dr-5: Checking Intake Air Temp Sensor (Turbo)
- Dr-6: Checking Intake Air Temp Sensor (Non-Turbo)
- Dr-7: Checking Throttle Position Sensor (TPS)
- Dr-8: Checking Coolant Temperature Sensor (Cts)
- Dr-9: Checking Crank Angle Sensor
- Dr-10: Checking TDC Sensor
- Dr-11: Checking Vehicle Speed Sensor
- Dr-12: Checking Barometric Pressure Sensor Turbo
- Dr-13: Checking Barometric Pressure Sensor Non-Turbo
- Dr-14: Checking Detonation Sensor
- Dr-15: Checking Injector Circuit
- Dr-16: Checking Fuel Pump Control Circuit
- Dr-17: Testing EGR Temperature Sensor Circuit
- Dr-18: Checking Ignition Coil Circuit
- Dr-19: No-Fault Code, DRB-II ATM Not Running Test
- Dr-20: No-Fault Code, DRB-II Switches Not Running Test
- Dr-21: No-Fault Code Test, DRB-II Sensor Test
- Dr-22: No-Fault Code Mechanical Test
- Verification Tests
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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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