Topaz L4-140 2.3L HSC (1984)
TEST 2
Step 1. Measure the voltage on the TFI module side of the
NOTE: The stator condi-
SPOUT connector at approximately 1200 RPM and at
tion must exist when test
approximately 4000 RPM.
is performed. If not, the
CAUTION: PERFORM THIS STEP WITH THE test is not conclusive. HOOD CLOSED.
Step 2. Is the voltage at 4000 RPM less than 90% of the
Yes
Replace the stator
voltage at 1200 RPM (.9 X's volts at 4000 RPM).
assembly.
No
Go to Test 3
TEST 3
Step 1.
Warm the engine to normal operating temperature.
Step 2.
Measure the voltage on the TFI module side of the
SPOUT connector at 1200-1500 RPM.
Step 3.
Is the voltage obtained in Test 1, Step 6 less than
Yes
Replace the stator
90% of the voltage obtained in Step 2 of this test (.9 X's
assembly.
Test 1 Step 2)?
No
Stator assembly is OK
WILL NOT START, HARD START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN
TEST PROCEDURE
TEST RESULT TEST RESOLUTION
TEST 1
Step 1.
Verify the symptom.
Step 2.
With the ignition key in the "Off" position, discon-
nect the SPOUT connector.
Yes
Go to Test 4
Step 3.
Does the vehicle start and continue to run?
No
Go to Test 2
TEST 2
NOTE:
This test should be performed using an analog type voltmeter
Step 1.
Remove the coil wire from the distributor cap and
ground it.
Step 2.
Attach the negative (-) VOM lead to the distributor
base.
Step 3.
Measure the battery voltage while cranking the
engine (Positive + VOM lead to battery positive terminal).
Step 4.
Measure the voltage on the TFI module side of the
SPOUT connector (Figure 20) while cranking the engine.
Step 5.
Is the voltage at the TFI connector between 35% and
Yes
Go to Test 5
60% of the battery voltage from Step 3.?
No
Go to Test 3
(.35 X's Step 3) (.6 X's Step 3)
WILL NOT START, HARD START OR STARTS BUT WILL NOT RUN
TEST PROCEDURE
TEST RESULT TEST RESOLUTION
TEST 3
Step 1.
Separate wiring harness connector from ignition
NOTE: The stator condi-
module. Inspect for dirt, corrosion, and damage.
tion must exist when test
NOTE:
PUSH connector tabs to separate. is performed. If not, the test is not conclusive.
Step 2.
Disconnect wire at S terminal of starter relay.