Challenger SRT-8 V8-6.1L (2009)
NOTE: Diagnose and repair any ignition coil, Camshaft Position (CMP) sensor or Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor DTCs before proceeding
with this test.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. Using the wiring diagram/schematic as a guide, inspect the wiring and connectors between the Ignition Coil for the cylinder being tested and the
Powertrain Control Module (PCM).
3. Look for any chafed, pierced, pinched or partially broken wires.
4. Look for broken, bent, pushed out or corroded terminals.
NOTE: If the vehicle is not equipped with the coil on plug ignition system, check the resistance of the ignition wire(s) before checking the
cylinder with a spark tester. The resistance should be below 10k Ohms.
Were any problems found?
Yes
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Repair as necessary.
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Perform the PCM VERIFICATION TEST. See: Computers and Control Systems/Testing and Inspection/Diagnostic Trouble Code Tests and
Associated Procedures/Verification Tests/PCM Verification Test.
No
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2. IGNITION COIL OPERATION
NOTE: Inspect the ignition coil for damage, carbon tracking on the coil or a damaged spark plug insulator boot. If a problem is found,
replace the ignition coil.
NOTE: 6.1L coils must have a spark tester installed on both sides of the coil during the following test. During the test, each side of the coil
should output a crisp blue spark that is able to jump the gap of the spark tester.
1. Turn the ignition off.
2. If the vehicle is equipped with coil on plug ignition system, remove the ignition coil for the cylinder being tested.
3. Disconnect the fuel injector harness connector for the cylinder being tested.
4. For coil on plug ignition systems, install a spark tester(s) on the ignition coil, otherwise install the spark tester to the ignition wire.
5. While cranking the engine observe the spark coming from the spark tester.
NOTE: A crisp blue spark that jumps the gap of the spark tester should be generated.
Is good spark present?
Yes
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No
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3. MAIN/ASD RELAY OUTPUT CIRCUIT OPEN OR HIGH RESISTANCE
