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.
Testing Condition
This test may be conducted with the drive wheels lifted in the shop or by driving the vehicle. If a road test is expected to be easier, it is unnecessary to lift the vehicle.
With CONSULT-II
- Wait until engine coolant temperature is less than 90° C (194° F)
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II.
- Check the engine coolant temperature.
- If the engine coolant temperature is not less than 90° C (194° F), turn ignition switch OFF and cool down engine.
- Perform the following steps before engine coolant temperature is above 90° C (194° F).
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II.
- Start engine.
- Hold vehicle speed at more than 70 km/h (43 MPH) for 100 consecutive seconds.
- If 1st trip DTC is detected, Go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE .
With GST
Follow the procedure with CONSULT-II above.
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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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