Inspection Procedure 16

COMMENT
- There may be an ignition leak accompanying the increase in the spark plug demand voltage during acceleration.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
The most likely causes for this case:
- Malfunction of the ignition system.

DIAGNOSIS
Required Special Tool:
MB991502: Scan Tool (MUT-II)

CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991502, always turn the ignition switch to "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991502.




STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991502, read the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
1. Connect scan tool MB991502 to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
3. Read the DTC.

If DTC is not output, go to Step 2.

If DTC is output, refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart.

STEP 2. Check the following items.
1. Check the following items, and repair or replace the defective items.
a. Check the ignition coil, spark plugs, spark plug cables.
b. Check for occurrence of ignition leak.

Then confirm that the malfunction symptom is eliminated.