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Diagnostic Procedure.

     Step  1.  Scan of offending system to:

A.Read stored and present fault codes.

B. Analyse live data.

   Step  2. Preliminary investigation of codes and data which may require:

A.  Pin out checks on offending circuits, ( if electrical )

B.  Manual checks on actuators, i.e. injectors, coils, control motors etc.

C.  Pressure and delivery tests on fuel system.

D.  Compression, cylinder leakage , vacuum test on engine.

E.  Gas checks on exhaust emissions.

You will be informed of our the result, following two hours of investigation.

Step  3. In-depth investigation depending on preliminary results, if required:

A.               Tracing location of short or open circuit within the wiring harnesses.

B.               Removing items for bench testing or mechanical inspection.

C.               Part strip to gain access to check engine valve timing etc.

D.               Programming if required, of control units via dealer tooling.

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