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
- INSPECTION START
Will CONSULT be used?
Will CONSULT be used?
YES
GO TO 2 .
NO
GO TO 5 .
- PRECONDITIONING
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure before conducting the next test.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
GO TO 3 .
- CHECK PNP SIGNAL
WITH CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select "P/N POSI SW" in "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT. Then check the "P/N POSI SW" signal under the following conditions.
Position (Selector lever)
Known-good signal
N or P position
ON
Except above position
OFF
Is the inspection result normal?
YES
GO TO 4 .
NO
Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
- Select "DATA MONITOR" mode with CONSULT.
- Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
- Maintain the following conditions for at least 50 consecutive seconds.CAUTION: Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
ENG SPEED
1, 000 - 6, 375 RPM
COOLAN TEMP/S
More than 60 deg.C (140 deg.F)
B/FUEL SCHDL
2.0 - 31.8 msec
VHCL SPEED SE
More than 64 km/h (40 mph)
Selector lever
Suitable position
- Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES
Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .
NO
INSPECTION END
- PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK
WITH GST
Perform Component Function Check. Refer to Component Function Check .
NOTE: Use Component Function Check to check the overall function of the park/neutral position (PNP) signal circuit. During this check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.Is the inspection result normal?
YES
INSPECTION END
NO
Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .
NO RELATED
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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.