Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Memory, checking (function 02)
- Switch on printer by pressing PRINT button (indicator lamp in button lights up.)
Indicated on display
- Press buttons -0- and -2- to select "Check DTC Memory" function 02.
Indicated on display
- Press -Q- button to confirm input.
Indicated on display (the number of stored malfunctions)
Stored malfunctions are displayed and printed out one after the other.
- Check printout against DTC table and repair all malfunctions as necessary. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) TABLEΒ .
If "No DTC recognized" is displayed the program will return to the starting point ("Select function XX" prompt) after the --> button is pressed.
Indicated on display
If anything else is displayed:
See Scan Tool operating instructions.
- End output (function 06). See END OUTPUT (FUNCTION 06)Β .
- Switch ignition off and disconnect diagnostic cable from Data Link Connector (DLC.)
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.