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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION SPARK TEST

CHECK THAT SPARK OCCURS

(a) Disconnect the high-tension cord from the spark plug.
(b) Hold the end about 12.5 mm (0.492 in.) from the body of the vehicle.
(c) See if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.

NOTE: To prevent gasoline from being injected from injectors during this test, crank the engine for no more than 1 - 2 seconds at a time.






If the spark does not occurs, perform the test above.