Intermittent Simulation

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 6 other vehicles, including the 1999 Isuzu Oasis, 1998 Isuzu Oasis, 1998 Honda Prelude, 1998 Honda Odyssey, and 1998 Honda Civic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To reproduce conditions creating an intermittent problem, use the following methods:

Lightly vibrate component.
Carefully heat component using a hair dryer.
Wiggle or bend wiring harness.
Spray component with water mist.
Remove/apply vacuum source.

Monitor circuit/component voltage or resistance while simulating intermittent problem. If engine is running, monitor for self-diagnostic codes. Use test results to identify a defective component or circuit.