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
- GET INFORMATION FOR SYMPTOM
Obtain information about the malfunction from the customer and check if it corresponds to NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION.
Does it correspond to NORMAL OPERATING CONDITION?
YES
Explain to the customer that it is not a malfunction.
NO
GO TO 2.
- PERFORM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
With CONSULT
Perform self-diagnosis for "CHASSIS CONTROL".
Is DTC detected?
YES
Record or print self-diagnosis results and freeze frame data (FFD). GO TO 4.
NO
GO TO 3.
- PERFORM TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS BY SYMPTOM
Perform trouble diagnosis by symptom and repair/replace malfunctioning parts.
GO TO 5.
- PERFORM DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
Perform DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS and repair/replace malfunctioning parts.
GO TO 5.
- FINAL CHECK
Recheck the symptom and check that symptom is not reproduced on the same conditions.
Is the symptom reproduced?
YES
GO TO 2.
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.
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