Trouble Diagnoses — Basic Inspection
EF & EC-425flowchartPage header marked SR20DE; this basic inspection applies to the SR20DE engine.
Basic Inspection
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BEFORE STARTING. 1. Check service records for any recent repairs that may indicate a related problem, or the current need for scheduled maintenance. 2. Open engine hood and check the following: • Harness connectors for proper connections • Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks, and proper connections • Wiring for proper connections, pinches, and cuts
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CONNECT CONSULT TO THE VEHICLE. Connect "CONSULT" to the diagnostic connector and select "ENGINE" from the menu. (Refer to page EF & EC-417.)
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DOES ENGINE START?
No
Go to 6.
Yes
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CHECK IGNITION TIMING. Warm up engine sufficiently and check ignition timing at idle using timing light. (Refer to page EF & EC-389.) Ignition timing: 15° ± 2° B.T.D.C.
N.G.
Adjust ignition timing by turning crank angle sensor.
O.K.
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Go to A on next page.