FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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General Information, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)



General Information, On Board Diagnostic (OBD)

- The engine control module is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD). Before repairs such as fault finding, check the DTC memory first. Also the vacuum hoses and connections must be checked (unmetered air).
- Fuel hoses in engine compartment must only be secured with spring-type clips. The use of clamp or screw type clips is not permissible.
- For the electric components to work properly, a voltage of at least 11.5 Volts is required.
- Do not use sealants containing silicone. Particles of silicone drawn into the engine, will not be burnt in the engine and damage the oxygen sensor.
- The vehicles have a crash fuel shut-off. It reduces the danger of a fire in a crash as the fuel pump is switched off via the fuel pump relay.
- At the same time, with this set-up, an improvement in driveability is also attained. When the driver-side door is opened, the Fuel Pump (FP) is activated for 2 seconds so that pressure builds in the fuel system, observe safety measures.