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.
Test No. 09
DISTANCE READING Test - 09 allows the total stored mileage to be updated if one of the storage components has to be replaced. The test step will be used if the manipulation dot is illuminated in the cluster display. This test step will identify which component has the lower mileage.
Display Example:
012654 I - Indicates the mileage in the internal EEPROM is lower than the mileage stored in the coding plug.
000325 E - Indicates the mileage in the external coding plug is lower than the total mileage stored in the internal EEPROM.
Pressing the reset button for 4 seconds will over write the lower mileage with the higher mileage and cancel the manipulation dot. The SI data will also be transferred at the same time.
To remove the coding plug from the instrument cluster first remove the snap off cover. Pull the coding plug from the connector in the cluster.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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