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Old 06-29-2012 | 03:30 PM
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Hey guys i had a check engine light and it said p1409 valve tank ventilation electrical malfunction and i was wondering if anyone can tell me what this means? thanks in advance
 
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Old 06-30-2012 | 12:36 PM
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you need to test the resistance on each injector it should be 12 - 20 omes. you should find at lest one bad injector per side. after you have done this get back with me and we will run a few more tests.
 
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Old 06-30-2012 | 02:18 PM
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How do i go about checking the resistance? Do i need an ohms meter? and where would i put it to check the resistance? Thank you for the help!
 
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Old 06-30-2012 | 05:15 PM
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So i tested the fuel injectors and they all read at 17 ohms. Anything else i can do now?
 
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