About Diagnosis By Symptom

Description:

DESCRIPTION
The following is a list of headings used in Diagnosis by Symptom and how to use them.

TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE
Is found through the diagnostic index, has a chart format with the following topics:

Description
Further describes the symptom. Confirm that the chart addresses the actual symptom before beginning troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting Hints
This describes the possible point of malfunction.

Step
This shows the order of troubleshooting. Proceed with troubleshooting as indicated.

Inspection
This describes an inspection to determine the malfunctioning part quickly.

Action
This recommends the appropriate action to take as a result (Yes/No) of the INSPECTION.

DESCRIPTION OF DRIVEABILITY (SEE IMAGE)
STUMBLE: Mild jerking during acceleration.
HESITATION: Flat spot occurring just after the accelerator pedal is depressed.
SURGE: Continuous soft jerking during cruise.
ROUGH ON DECELERATION: Self explanatory.