I will show you how to troubleshoot the entire ignition system, including cam and crank signals, ECU to igniter control and igniter to ignition coil control using a simple test light. A follow up test will be done with a small single channel lab scope, showing yet another way to verify the same condition.

Engine Performance Diagnostics chapter 22

Symptoms
- no start

Fix
- replace faulty ignition coil

Tests shown
- how to test for spark and injector pulse with an incandescent test light
- using injector pulse as a guide for good cam and crank signals
- how to test for igniter control of the ignition coil
- how to isolate the ignition coil to test the igniter itself
- how to perform a primary coil current ramp test with a lab scope (uScope) and an inductive low amp probe

Tools used
- OTC 3633 Mini Circuit Tester
https://www.jbtoolsales.com/otc-3633-...
- ATD Tools 5519 Auto Ranging Digital Multimeter
https://www.jbtoolsales.com/atd-tools...
- uScope Master Kit 1-channel automotive scope
http://www.aeswave.com/cart.php?m=aff...
- Lisle 20700 Coil-on Plug Spark Tester
http://www.jbtoolsales.com/lisle-2070...

Playlist
- (Chapter 22) No Spark Troubleshooting, Ignition Coil & Module Testing
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