DTC 42

Fig. 002 - WIRING DIAGRAM for Code 42 Computer Controlled Coil Ignition. VIN L:

CODE 42

C(3)I IGNITION

3.0L "N" SERIES

FUEL INJECTION (PORT)

Code 42 means the ECM has seen an open or grounded bypass or EST circuit with the engine running.

Fig. 001 - Chart - Code 42 Computer Controlled Coil Ignition:

1. Confirms Code 42 and that the fault causing the code is present.
2. Checks for a normal EST ground path through the ignition module. An EST CKT 423 shorted to ground will also read less than 500 ohms; however, this will be checked later.
3. As the test light voltage touchs terminal D-5, the module should switch causing the ohmmeter to "overrange" if the meter is in the 1000-2000 ohms position. Selecting the 10-20,000 ohms position will indicate above 5000 ohms. The important thing is that the module "switched".
4. The module did not switch and this step checks for:
- EST CKT 423 shorted to ground.
- Bypass CKT 424 open.
- Faulty ignition module connection or module.
5. Confirms that Code 42 is a faulty ECM and not an intermittent in CKTS 423 or 424.