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.
Diagnostic Circuit Check
The Diagnostic Circuit Check will identify a problem created by an Electronic Engine Control System (EECS) malfunction. It is the starting point for diagnosis. This check will direct you to the next logical step in diagnosing the complaint.
After completing Diagnostic Circuit Check and finding on-board diagnostics functioning properly with no trouble codes displayed, use appropriate SCAN DATA table for comparison. The typical values are an average of display values recorded from normally operating vehicles and are intended to represent what a normally functioning system would typically display.
| Scan Position | (1) Data Value | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A/C | No (Yes W/A/C Requested) | ||||||||||
| A/C Clutch | Off (On W/A/C Requested) | ||||||||||
| Air Control Solenoid | Off | ||||||||||
| Battery | 13-15 Volts | ||||||||||
| BARO | Voltage Varies Depending On Altitude | ||||||||||
| BLM (Block Learn Memory) | 116-145 Counts | ||||||||||
| BLE (Block Learn Enable) | Yes | ||||||||||
| BPW (Base Pulse Width) | 0-500 Milliseconds | ||||||||||
| Canister Purge | Off | ||||||||||
| Coolant Temperature | 185-221Β°F (85-105Β°C) | ||||||||||
| EGR Solenoid | Off | ||||||||||
| EST (Electronic Spark Timing) | Yes | ||||||||||
| IAC (Idle Air Control) | 1-50 Counts | ||||||||||
| Idle Throttle | Yes | ||||||||||
| INT (Integrator) | Varied 108-154 Counts | ||||||||||
| Knock Retard | 0-45 Degrees | ||||||||||
| MAP (Manifold Absolute Pressure) | (2) 1-2 Volts | ||||||||||
| MAT (Manifold Air Temperature) | (3) 50-199Β°F (10-93Β°C) | ||||||||||
| Open/Closed Loop | Closed Loop (Open At Idle) | ||||||||||
| Oxygen Sensor | (3) .1-.9 Volts | ||||||||||
| Power Steering Switch | Normal | ||||||||||
| Prom Identification | 0-65535 | ||||||||||
| RPM | (4)(5) RPM Is Controlled By ECM | ||||||||||
| Rich/Lean Flag | Varies | ||||||||||
| Second Throttle Solenoid | Off (On above 5000 RPM) | ||||||||||
| Shift Light | Off | ||||||||||
| Spark Advance | Varies | ||||||||||
| Throttle Angle | Zero Percent At Idle | ||||||||||
| TPS (Throttle Position Sensor) | .50-.1.25 Volts | ||||||||||
| VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) | 0 MPH | ||||||||||
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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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