Hombre S Regular Cab 2WD L4-2.2L CPC (1998)
California Air Resources Board (CARB) OBD II Comprehensive Component Monitoring List of Components intended to Illuminate MEL
Important: Not all vehicles have these components.
Harness Service
The control module harness electrically connects the control module to the various solenoids, switches, and sensors in the vehicle engine room and
passenger compartment.
Replace the wire harnesses with the proper part number replacement. When splicing signal wires into a harness, use the wiring that has high
temperature insulation
Consider the low amperage and voltage levels utilized in the Powertrain control systems. Make the best possible bond at all splices. Use rosin~ore
solder in these areas.
Molded-on connectors require complete replacement of the connector. Splice a new connector Into the harness. Replacement connectors and
terminals are listed in Group 8.g85 in the Standard Parts Catalog. For wiring repair refer to Wiring Repairs.
Connectors and Terminals
In order to prevent shorting between opposite terminals, use care when probing a connector and when replacing terminals. Damage to the
components could result.
Always use Jumper wires between connectors for circuit checking.
Never probe through the Weather-Pack seats. Use the tachometer adapter J 35512, or the equivalent, which provides a convenient connection to
the tachometer lead. The connector test adapter kit J 35616, or the equivalent, contains an assortment of flexible connectors used In order to probe
the terminals during the diagnosis. The fuse remover and the test tool BT-5616, or the equivalent, is used for removing a fuse and to adapt the fuse
holder to a meter for diagnosis.
Open circuits are often difficult to locate by sight because oxidation or terminal misalignment are hidden by the connectors. Merely wiggling a
connector on a sensor or In the wiring harness may temporarily correct the open circuit. Oxidized or loose connections may cause intermittent
problems.
Be certain the type of connector and terminal before making any connector or terminal repair. Weather-Pack and Corn-Pack Ill terminals look
similar, but are serviced differently.