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Wiggle Test




CONTINUOUS MONITOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODE (Wiggle Test)
Note: The technician can ATTEMPT to re-create and detect an intermittent fault using the Continuous Monitor DTM (Wiggle Test) procedures.

KEY ON ENGINE OFF WIGGLE TEST PROCEDURE
1. Hook up a SUPER STAR II Tester
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. For SUPER STAR II Tester activate, deactivate and reactivate Self-Test. You are now in the Continuous Monitor Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM).
4. Tap, move, and wiggle the suspect sensor and/or harness. When a fault is detected, a Continuous Memory DTC will be stored in memory. This will be indicated as follows depending on the type of equipment being used:
- SUPER STAR II Tester: Red LED lights and/or continuous tone. (STAR LED)
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- O/D Off Indicator Light

ENGINE RUNNING WIGGLE TEST PROCEDURE
Special Note: The Engine Running Wiggle Test may be activated any time the engine is running.

1. Hook up a SUPER STAR II Tester
2. Key off.
3. Start the engine.
4. For SUPER STAR II Tester, activate Self-Test, deactivate and reactivate Self-Test. DO NOT shut the engine off. You are now in the Engine Running Continuous Monitor DTM.
5. Tap, move, and wiggle the suspect sensor and/or harness or drive the vehicle. When a fault is detected, a Continuous Memory DTC will be stored in memory. This will be indicated as follows depending on the type of equipment being used:
- SUPER STAR II Tester: Red LED lights and/or continuous tone. (STAR LED)
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
- O/D Off Indicator Light