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Ignition System

Symptoms

Ignition System

Find the symptom in the left column and perform the test/inspection procedure in the right column

Hard Start

Surges/Chuggles

Lack of Power, Sluggishness, or Sponginess

Detonation/Spark Knock

Hesitation, Sag, Stumble

Cuts Out, Misses

Poor Fuel Economy

Rough, Unstable, or Incorrect Idle and Stalling

Dieseling, Run-On

Backfire

    • Inspect for proper Ignition System operation. Refer to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis .
    • Inspect spark plugs and spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Inspection .

Hard Start

Surges/Chuggles

Lack of Power, Sluggishness, or Sponginess

Hesitation, Sag, Stumble

Cuts Out, Misses

Poor Fuel Economy

Rough, Unstable, or Incorrect Idle and Stalling

Backfire

Inspect the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor for damage and proper installation.