Basic Inspection

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When the malfunction is not confirmed in the DTC check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all the possible circuits considered as possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential in the engine troubleshooting.

CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE

NOTE: Carry out the battery voltage check with the engine stopped and ignition switch OFF.

BATTERY VOLTAGE REFERENCE CHART

	OK	NG
Voltage	11 V or more	Less than 11 V

NG: CHARGE OR REPLACE BATTERY

OK: GO TO NEXT STEP

CHECK IF ENGINE WILL CRANK
NG: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

OK: GO TO NEXT STEP
CHECK IF ENGINE STARTS
NG: GO TO STEP 7

OK: GO TO NEXT STEP
CHECK AIR FILTER
Visually check if the air filter is contaminated or oily.

NG: CLEAN OR REPLACE

OK: GO TO NEXT STEP
CHECK IDLE SPEED
NG: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

OK: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
NG: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE AND CONTINUE TO TROUBLESHOOT

OK: GO TO NEXT STEP
CHECK FOR SPARK
NG: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE AND CONTINUE TO TROUBLESHOOT

OK: PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE