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Here, we’re diagnosing an intermittent misfire symptom, caused by an excessive crankshaft position sensor air gap. “Trash in, trash out” is how the saying goes, and this video is a perfect example. I’m also demonstrating the power of a lab scope, and the importance of verifying signal inputs before replacing parts.
Engine Performance Diagnostics chapter 21 page 20
- intermittent misfire
- no codes present
- adjust crankshaft position sensor air gap
- using an in-line spark tester to check for an ignition system issue
- checking an ignition coil primary current waveform with a lab scope and low amp probe
- checking camshaft and crankshaft position sensor waveforms for faults
- checking an ignition coil control signal (transistor external of the PCM)
- manually checking a crankshaft position sensor air gap
- in-line spark tester
- Picoscope automotive 4 channel lab scope
- inductive low amp probe
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(Chapter 21) Ignition inputs, cam and crank sensor
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