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.
How To Use Quick Tests
The QUICK TEST diagnostic procedure is a functional test of the EEC-IV system. It consists of 7 basic test steps. These basic steps must be carefully followed in sequence, otherwise misdiagnosis, or replacement of non-faulty components may result.
- VISUAL CHECK & VEHICLE PREPARATION
- EQUIPMENT HOOK-UP
- KEY ON ENGINE OFF (KOEO) SELF-TEST
- COMPUTED TIMING CHECK
- KEY ON ENGINE RUNNING (KOER) SELF-TEST
- CONTINUOUS MONITOR MODE (WIGGLE TEST)
- DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM
After all tests, servicing, or repairs have been completed, repeat QUICK TEST to ensure all EEC-IV systems work properly.
The KOEO and KOER SELF-TESTS are intended to detect faults present at the time of testing, not intermittent faults. Intermittent faults are recorded and stored as Continuous Memory Codes, or may be detected by CONTINUOUS MONITOR MODE "WIGGLE" TEST, which is entered after the KOER SELF-TEST. A fault discovered during the "Wiggle" Test, may or may not set a code in the Continuous Memory, but the "Wiggle" Test is always circuit specific as directed in the CIRCUIT 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:
- 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.
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