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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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSEAGLE1996SUMMIT WAGON AWD, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - 2.4L 4-CYLCOMPUTERIZED ENGINE CONTROLSCONTROL UNITGROUND CIRCUITS
1996 Eagle Summit Wagon AWD, Automatic
Ground Circuits
1996 Eagle Summit Wagon AWD, AutomaticSECTION Ground Circuits
- Turn ignition off. Using an ohmmeter, check continuity between chassis ground and PCM ground terminal(s). See Figure . Ohmmeter should indicate zero ohms. If reading is not as specified, check and repair open circuit between PCM connector and chassis ground. If reading is as specified, go to next step.
- Connect voltmeter negative lead to chassis ground. Connect positive lead to PCM ground terminal(s). With engine running, voltmeter should indicate less than one volt. If reading is more than one volt, check for open, corrosion or loose connection in ground circuit.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.