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Diagnosis - Complaint Related Diagnostic Chart 2)

Complaint/Problem Possible cause Test step/Remedy 1)
Engine does not start or starts poorly i.e. does not run. Rest position of air flow sensor plate.
ECT sensor.
After-start enrichment.
Fuel pressures.
Repair instructions 07.3 - 1612,
23 13.0 ,
34 2.0 ,
32 4.0
Engine is sluggish (poor transition) VAF sensor position indicator.
Fuel pressures.
ECT sensor.
23 14.0 ,
32 4.0
23 13.0 ,
Insufficient engine output Fuel pressures.
WOT/CTP switch, full load/idle
Mixture control (lambda)
32 4.0
26 12.0 ,
See DM, Engines,
Volume 1 - B 2 31 6
1) Observe Preparation for Test, see 22 .
2) The following conditions must be met in order to use the Diagnostic Chart:
The ignition system and the engine must be in proper operating condition,
All electrical connectors must fit properly,
Prescribed reference resistor must be installed.