125000493 - D01 ENGINE NOT RUNNING SMOOTHLY / (HESISTANT)

There is a (prolonged) fall in performance (flat spots) during acceleration
Results of the tests
0PRELIMINARY CHECKSAll OKProblems encounteredOperation

First, check:

  • status of spark plugs and leads;
  • the condition of the air intake circuit
Move on to StepSpark plugs dirty or damagedReplace the spark plugs Op.    Op. 5510D10 SPARK PLUGS - R+R
Spark plug leads damagedReplace spark plug leads
Air intake circuit faultyEliminate the fault
1CHECK USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Connect the diagnostic test equipment (Examiner or other instruments) to the tester input.

Check:

  • that there are no faults in the engine management control unit;
  • parameter plausibility
Move on to Step 2"Fuel system" error detectedProceed as instructed in the TABLE    See table Z50 MIXTURE STRENGTH ERROR
Another error detected in the control unitContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
Parameter not consistentContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
2ROAD TEST USING DIAGNOSTIC EQUIPMENTAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Carry out a road test reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs, keeping the diagnostic equipment connected.

Check:

  • that there are no faults in the engine management control unit;
  • parameter plausibility
Move on to Step 3The sudden onset of an error in the control unit is detectedContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
Parameter not consistentContinue following the instructions for the diagnostic equipment
3CHECK USING THE EXAMINERAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Carry out active diagnosis of the variable valve timing and check that it is working properlyMove on to Step 4Variable valve timing interruptedReplace variable valve timing
4VARIABLE VALVE TIMING OPERATING CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Carry out a road test to ensure the vvt operates as requiredCheck the operation of the vvt (hydraulic actuator) by carrying out Test 1056OA    See Test 1056 PETROL INJECTION SYSTEMMove on to Step 5Variable valve timing defectiveReplace the variable valve timing
Variable valve timing wiring interruptedRestore wiring
Variable valve timing (hydraulic actuator) defectiveRestore to operation
5FUEL PRESSURE CHECKAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Carry out a road test, reproducing the conditions in which the fault occurs.Check fuel supply pressure by carrying out Test 1056BY    See Test 1056 PETROL INJECTION SYSTEMMove on to Step 6Pressure not correct: obstructions in the fuel supply pipeRemove the obstructions in the fuel pipe, replace it if necessary Op. 1040B30 TUBAZIONE DI MANDATA COMBUSTIBILE (UNICA) - S.R.
Pressure not correct: tank not sufficiently ventilatedRestore the tank ventilation
Pressure not correct: fuel pump electric circuit interruptedRestore fuel pump electric circuit    See E5030 PETROL ENGINE ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT
Pressure not correct: petrol pump damagedReplace the petrol pump assembly    Op. 1040A70 SUBMERGED PUMP ASSEMBLY COMPLETE WITH LEVEL GUAGE CONTROL - R + R
6CHECK ON CORRECT OPERATIONAll OKProblems encounteredOperation
Check that the fault is no longer presentEnd of diagnosisFault persists: control unit defectiveReplace the control unit Op. 1056B82 CENTRALINA (UNICA) DELL''IMPIANTO INIEZIONE/ACCENSIONE - S.R.