I just plug in a diagnostic computer and it tells me what codes are thrown.. IDK the old skool method.. but here ya go..
OBD-1 trouble codes
Trouble code----Circuit or system-------------------Corrective action
Code 0 --------------Faulty PCM-------------------------------Check the PCM electrical connector. If no loose connectors
are found, have the PCM diagnosed by a dealer.
Code 1 --------------Oxygen content---------------------------Check the O2 sensor, heater and the O2 sensor circuit
Code 3 & 5---------Manifold Absolute Pressure------------Check the MAP sensor and circuit
Code 4 --------------Crankshaft position sensor(CKP)------Check the CKP sensor and circuit
Code 6 --------------Coolant temperature---------------------Check the coolant temp sensor and Circuit
Code 7 --------------Throttle angle(TPS)----------------------Check the TPS and circuit
Code 8 --------------TDC Position----------------------------- Check the TDC sensor and circuit
Code 9 --------------No.1 cylinder position(CYP)------------Check the CYP sensor and circuit
Code 10-------------Intake Air Temp(IAT)--------------------Check the IAT sensor and circuit
Code 12-------------Exhaust Gas Recirculation---------------Check the hoses, the EGR valve lift sensor and the EGR valve
System
Code 13-------------Barometric Pressure----------------------Have the vehicle checked at a dealer service repair shop.
Code 14-------------Idle Air Control(IAC) valve------------Check the IAC valve and system
Code 15-------------Ignition output signal--------------------Check the ignition system
Code 16-------------Fuel injector-------------------------------Check the fuel injection system and fuel injectors
Code 17-------------Vehicle speed sensor---------------------Check the vehicle speed sensor and circuit
Code 19--------------Lock-up Control Solenoid--------------On automatic transaxle, check the solenoid
Code 20--------------Electronic load detector(ELD)---------Check the ELD system
Code 21--------------Variable Valve Timing and------------- ??????????
Valve Lift Solenoid
Code 22--------------Variable Valve Timing and-------------????????????
Control pressure switch
Code 23--------------Knock sensor-----------------------------Check the knock sensor and circuit
Code30--------------A/T FI signal A---------------------------Have the vehicle checked at a dealer or a repair shop
(automatic transaxle vehicles)
Code 41 & 48 -----Oxygen sensor heater--------------------Check the heater for the proper voltage signal
Code 43--------------Fuel supply system----------------------Check the fuel pressure, fuel pressure regulator. Also check
For any vacuum leaks.