Test 1A: Checking System For Faults

1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 ASECTION Test 1A: Checking System For Faults
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1994 Plymouth Sundance, 1994 Plymouth Acclaim, 1994 Dodge Spirit, 1994 Dodge Shadow, and 1994 Chrysler LeBaron. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Using DRB, read fault messages. If DRB is showing a blank message screen, go to TEST 18A. If DRB is displaying NO RESPONSE message, go to TEST 17A. If no fault messages are present, turn ignition off and on. Using DRB, read fault messages. Monitor display for 4 minutes. If no fault messages are present, perform TEST VER-1A. If fault messages are present, go to next step.
  2. In some cases, cause of one fault message may set additional fault messages. If multiple fault messages appear on DRB, fault repairs must be performed in order they appear in FAULT MESSAGES table. If only one fault is set, perform indicated test for that fault message.
FAULT MESSAGES

DRB Message Test No.
CAB (1)
MODULATOR TEST 9A
SYSTEM RELAY TEST 16A
PUMP/MOTOR TEST 10A
SOLENOID UNDERVOLTAGE TEST 15A
ANTILOCK LAMP DIODE CIRCUIT TEST 2A
ANTILOCK LAMP CIRCUIT TEST 3A
EXCESS DECAY TEST 4A
LF WHEEL SPEED SENSOR TEST 5A
LR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR TEST 6A
LF WSS CONTINUITY TEST 7A
LR WSS CONTINUITY TEST 8A
RF WSS CONTINUITY TEST 11A
RF WHEEL SPEED SENSOR TEST 12A
RR WHEEL SPEED SENSOR TEST 13A
RR WSS CONTINUITY TEST 14A
NO RESPONSE TEST 17A
(1) Replace CAB.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.