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
- PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 11 V at idle.
GO TO 2.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT-III
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT-III.
- Check the indication of "COOLAN TEMP/S".
If it is between 4°C (39°F) and 36°C (97°F), go to the following steps.
If it is below 4°C (39°F), warm engine up to more than 4°C (39°F) and retry from step 1.
If it is above 36°C (97°F), cool engine down to less than 36°C (97°F) and retry from step 1.
- Start engine and let it idle for 5 minutes.
- Check 1st trip DTC.
With GST
Follow the procedure "With CONSULT-III" above.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES: Go to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
NO: INSPECTION END
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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.