FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Visual Inspection

This inspection will identify modifications or additions to the vehicle operating system that may affect diagnosis.
1. Vehicle modification
2. Electronic add-on items:
- Air conditioning
- Generators (Alternators)
- Engine turbo
- Cellular telephone
- Cruise control
- CB radio
- Linear boosters
- Backup alarm signals
- Computer

3. These above items, if not properly installed, will affect Powertrain Control Module (PCM) or transaxle function. Pay particular attention to add-on wiring splices in the PCM harness or transaxle wiring harness, abnormal tire size, or axle ratio changes.
4. Leaks.
5. Proper linkage adjustments.