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Multiple Cylinders






Multiple cylinders

Checking the ignition system





Checking spark plugs

Checking spark plugs




- Ignition off.
- Remove all spark plugs.
Check the spark plugs for cracks in the porcelain, the spark gap and for carbon and other deposits. If uncertain - replace the spark plugs.





Was a fault detected?

Yes - Replacing component

No - No Fault Found

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Replacing component
Replace all spark plugs.


Continue - Fault Found

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No Fault Found - Checking the fuel injection system and components

FAULT FOUND - Verification

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Checking the fuel injection system and components
In the event of diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), that affect camshaft control or camshaft reset valve, these must be fault-traced first.
Check that the engine oil level is correct.
Check for air leakage in the intake system.
Check the function of the crankcase ventilation.
Check the fuel pressure and residual pressure.
Check the flywheel for damage.
Check the engine for leaks.

Other information
- Air leakage in the intake system, checking Air Leaks in the Intake System, Checking
- Checking fuel and residual pressures, B5244T5, B5254T2 Checking Fuel and Residual Pressures
- Cylinder leakage test Testing and Inspection






Continue - Verification

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Verification




Verification

Verification

Hint: After carrying out the repair, check that the fault has been remedied.








- Ignition off
- Reconnect connectors, reinstall components
- Start the engine
- Check whether the fault counter counts previously faulty cylinders.





Does the fault counter count upwards?

Yes - VERIFICATION FAILED

No - VERIFIED

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VERIFIED - Fault Found

VERIFICATION FAILED - Fault-tracing information

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Fault-tracing information




Information

Fault-tracing information
The fault should have been detected and remedied. As this is not the case fault-tracing has failed.
Exit fault-tracing for this diagnostic trouble code (DTC) or make another attempt.

Do you want to exit fault-tracing?

Yes - FAULT-TRACING FAILED

No - Attempt New Test

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FAULT-TRACING FAILED - FAULT-TRACING FAILED

Attempt New Test - Checking the fuel injection system and components

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