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Solution

1. Preparation

• Tools Required: OBD-II scanner, multimeter, fuel pressure gauge, socket set, torque wrench.
• Disconnect the battery to ensure safety while working on electrical components.

2. Battery Inspection

• Check the battery voltage using a multimeter; it should be above 12.4 volts.
• Clean the battery terminals and cables with a wire brush if corrosion is present.
• If the battery is weak (below 12.4 volts), replace it with a new battery of the same specifications.

3. Fuel System Repair

• If fuel pressure is low, replace the fuel filter if it hasn't been changed recently.
• If the fuel pump is faulty, replace it following these steps:
  1. Relieve fuel system pressure by removing the fuel pump relay and starting the engine until it stalls.
  2. Disconnect the battery again.
  3. Remove the fuel tank access cover and disconnect the fuel lines from the pump assembly.
  4. Unbolt and remove the fuel pump assembly from the tank.
  5. Install the new fuel pump, ensuring all seals are replaced and connections are secure.

4. Ignition System Repair

• If spark plugs are fouled or worn, replace them with OEM equivalent spark plugs.
• If ignition coils are faulty, replace them by:
  1. Disconnecting the electrical connectors.
  2. Unbolting the coils from their respective positions.
  3. Installing new coils and reconnecting the electrical connectors.

5. Starter Motor Inspection

• If the starter motor is malfunctioning, follow these steps for replacement:
  1. Disconnect the battery.
  2. Remove the starter motor electrical connections.
  3. Unbolt the starter from the engine block.
  4. Install the new starter in reverse order of removal.