General Information: DTC Detecting Condition

2010 Kia Rondo LX, 2.7 6SECTION DTC Detecting Condition
DTC DETECTING CONDITION CHART

Item Detecting Condition Possible Cause
DTC Strategy
  • Monitor the spark timing
  • Faulty Ignition Coil
  • Faulty PCM
Enable Conditions
  • After engine overnight soaking
  • Vehicle is not rapidly accelerating or decelerating.
  • 11V< Battery Voltage < 16V
  • Engine is running.
  • NO DTC related to CKPS, Ignition coil, and Misfire
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Threshold value
  • The actual spark timing > the commanded spark timing + 15Β° or < the commanded spark timing -15Β°
Diagnosis Time
  • Within 1 minute after cold-starting
MIL On Condition
  • 2 driving Cycles
RENDER: 1.0x

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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.