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.
Detailed Flow
- INTERVIEW FOR MALFUNCTION
Interview the customer to obtain as much information as possible about the conditions and environment under which the malfunction occurred.
GO TO 2.
- SYMPTOM CHECK
- Check the symptom based on the information obtained from the customer.
- Perform "All DTC Reading" with CONSULT.
Is U1000 detected?
YES
Perform CAN communication trouble diagnosis.
NO
GO TO 3.
- CHECK DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH AND METER INDICATION
Compare combination meter indication with drive mode select switch pointer position.
Does switch position accord with meter indication?
YES
Perform trouble diagnosis of malfunctioning system (DTC confirmation).
NO
GO TO 4.
- CHECK THE DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform inspection of drive mode select switch circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure .
Is inspection result normal?
YES
GO TO 5.
NO
Repair or replace malfunctioning parts.
- CHECK THE DATA MONITOR OF COMBINATION METER
Compare "DRIVE MODE STATS" indication on the combination meter data monitor with drive mode select switch pointer position.
Does switch position accord with data monitor indication?
YES
GO TO 6.
NO
Perform trouble diagnosis of A/C Auto Amp. Refer to CONSULT Function .
- CHECK THE DATA MONITOR OF COMBINATION METER
Compare "DRIVE MODE STATS" indication on the combination meter data monitor with combination meter indication.
Does meter indication accord with data monitor indication?
YES
GO TO 2.
NO
Perform trouble diagnosis of combination meter. Refer to CONSULT Function (METER/M&A) .
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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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