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Variable Induction Control Valve: Testing and Inspection

Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve N316, Checking

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

‹› Multimeter.

‹› Wiring diagram.

Test requirements

‹›  Fuse (SB38) OK.

‹› The Power Supply Relay (terminal 30, B+) (J317) OK.

‹› The parking brake engaged.

‹› The battery voltage at least 12.5 V.

‹› The selector lever of automatic transmission in position "P" or " N".

‹› All electrical consumers switched off (radiator fan must NOT run during test).

‹› A/C switched off.

‹› The fuel tank at least 1/4 filled.

‹› The ignition switched off.

Test procedure

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Perform a preliminary check to verify the customers complaint. Refer to => [ Preliminary Check ] See: Computers and Control Systems/Testing
and Inspection/Scan Tool Testing and Procedures/Preliminary Check

Start diagnosis

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Disconnect the Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) Valve (N316) electrical harness connector.

Checking internal resistance 

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Using a Multimeter, check the Intake Manifold Runner Control (IMRC) Valve (N316) terminals 1 to 2 for resistance

Specified value: 450 to 1000 ohms.

If the specified value was not obtained:

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