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Testing & Diagnosis Buick Electra VI

Ignition System ~191 words

The C(3)I ignition system is an integral part of the engine's Computer Command Control (CCC) system. For more information, refer to the appropriate article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section. See below

  1. For CCC tests with codes, go to: «3.0L VIN [L] & 3.8L VIN [3&7] PFI CEC TESTS W/CODES»(ref-94855)
  2. For "A", "B", or "C", charts see: «3.0L VIN [L] & 3.8L VIN [3&7] PFI CEC TESTS W/CODES»(ref-94855)
  3. For component tests, go to: «3.0L VIN [L] & 3.8L VIN [3&7] PFI CEC COMP TESTS»(ref-94856)
  4. For component removal & installation, see: «CCC COMPONENTS REMOVAL & INSTALLATION»(ref-94857)
  5. For CCC theory & operation, go to: «CCC THEORY/OPERATION»(ref-94858)

If engine cranks but will not run or if it stalls, CHART A-3 must be used to determine if failure is in the C(3)I ignition system or fuel injection system.

If either Code 41 or Code 42 (E041 or E042 on some models) is set, use appropriate chart for proper diagnosis. If symptom is an engine miss and the C(3)I ignition system is suspected, CHART C-4F must be used. For "C" charts go to: 3.0L VIN [L] & 3.8L VIN [3&7] PFI CEC TESTS W/CODES