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Scan Data

NOTE: Information contained in the following tables is typical of readings taken on vehicle with engine idling, upper radiator hose hot, closed throttle, transmission in Park or Neutral, closed loop status achieved and all accessories off (except as noted in tables). Data parameters are updated every 1 1/4 seconds. On systems using P-4 computers, parameter updates are more often. Not all devices & systems are used on all models.
PORT FUEL INJECTION

Tester Position Units Measured Nominal Value
Engine Speed RPM 650-850
Coolant Temp. °C 85-105° (norm. temperature)
Mani Air Temp. °C Varies with Air Temperature
Throttle Position Volts .33-.46
LV8 0 70-80
O2 Sensor Millivolts 100 (lean) to 900 (rich)
Injector Pulse Width Milliseconds 4.0-5.0 (Varies)
Spark Advance Degrees 20°
Mass Air Flow GM/SEC 4-7
Fuel Integ. Counts (1) 110-138
Block Learn Counts (1) 110-138
Knock Signal No/Yes No
Idle Air Control Counts (steps) 10-30
P/N Switch P/N/RDL Park/Neutral
Vehicle Speed MPH, KPH 0 (Zero)
TCC On/Off Off (On with command)
Battery Voltage Volts 13.8 Volts (Varies)
Exhaust Recirc. % 0 (Zero)
A/C Request On/Off OFF
Brake Switch No/Yes No (Yes with brake pedal depressed)
Power Steering High Press/Normal Normal
QDM1 High/Low Low
QDM2 High/Low Low (High if A/C head pressure's high)
QDM3 High/Low Low (High w/brake pedal depressed
QDM4 High/Low Low
P/N Yes/No Yes
2nd Gear Yes/No No
3rd Gear Yes/No No
4th Gear Yes/No No
PROM ID Numbers Internal ID Only
(1) A poor ECM ground at the ignition module mounting bracket to engine could cause fuel integ and block learn to read around 150; make careful physical inspection of this critical connection.