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.
Application Items
CONSULT can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes as follows.
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Mode |
Function description |
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ECU identification |
Parts number of electronic stability program control unit can be read. |
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Self Diagnostic Result |
Self-diagnostic results and freeze frame data can be read and erased quickly. * |
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DATA MONITOR |
Input/Output data in the electronic stability program control unit can be read. |
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ACTIVE TEST |
Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT drives some actuators apart from the electronic stability program control unit and also shifts some parameters in a specified range. |
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Work support |
Components can be quickly and accurately adjusted. |
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Re/programming, Configuration |
Automatically write the vehicle specification when replacing electronic stability program control unit. |
* : The following diagnosis information is erased by erasing.
- DTC
- Freeze frame data (FFD)
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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.