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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1988NOVA/CHEVY II L4-1600CC DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSOUTPUT DRIVERTESTING AND INSPECTION
1988 Chevrolet Nova/Chevy II L4-1600cc DOHC
Output Driver: Testing and Inspection
1988 Chevrolet Nova/Chevy II L4-1600cc DOHCSECTION Testing and Inspection
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Little or no quad driver testing was supplied by the manufacturer.
The engine module decides when to turn each switch of the driver "ON".
Even though some models will set codes, in the end, if you want to check the driver itself, you'll need:
1. To use a scantool to command the suspected driver switch to energize (ground) the circuit, while checking with a test light,
2. To operate the vehicle in a way that should cause the suspected portion of the driver to switch "ON".
On the up side, since the early 90's, most driver load circuits utilized circuit breakers. This protected most drivers and engine models from burning up when the circuit was overloaded.
Little or no quad driver testing was supplied by the manufacturer.
The engine module decides when to turn each switch of the driver "ON".
Even though some models will set codes, in the end, if you want to check the driver itself, you'll need:
1. To use a scantool to command the suspected driver switch to energize (ground) the circuit, while checking with a test light,
2. To operate the vehicle in a way that should cause the suspected portion of the driver to switch "ON".
On the up side, since the early 90's, most driver load circuits utilized circuit breakers. This protected most drivers and engine models from burning up when the circuit was overloaded.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.