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.
DTC confirmation procedure
With CONSULT-IIÂ
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II. See Figure .
- Wait at least 10 seconds.
If the result is NG, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDUREÂ .
If the result is OK, go to following step.
- Check COOLANT TEMP/S value.
If COOLANT TEMP/S is less than 60° C (140° F), the result will be OK.
If COOLANT TEMP/S is above 60° C (140° F), go to the following step.
- Cool engine down until COOLANT TEMP/S is less than 60° C (140° F).
- Wait at least 10 seconds.
- If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDUREÂ .
With GSTÂ
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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