Intermittent Failures
The term "intermittent failure" means a system may
have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the
malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the dash does not
come on, check for poor
Electronic Control System
The functions of the fuel and emission control systems are managed by the
powertrain control module (PCM).
Self-diagnosis
The PCM detects a failure of a signal from a sensor
The automatic transmission is a combination of a 3-element torque converter
and triple-shaft electronically controlled
unit which provides 5 speeds forward and 1 reverse. The entire unit is
positioned in line with the engine.
Torque Converter, Gears, and Clutches
The torque converter consists of a
If you see ‘‘- -’’ in the direction
display when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, the
compass is self-calibrating.
The compass may need to be
manually calibrated after exposure to
a strong magnetic field. If the
compass display changes to ‘‘- -’’