DTC Information: DTC Detecting Condition

2021 Kia Forte EXSECTION DTC Detecting Condition
Item Detecting Condition Possible Cause
Case1 DTC Strategy
  • Engine speed is above the target while ISC torque is around the minimum
  • Vacuum leak
  • Damaged PCSV
  • ETC
  • PCM
  • Intake air leak after throttle body
Enable Conditions
  • Vehicle speed = 0 mph
  • ECT greater than 50°C (122°F)
  • Intake air temperature greater than -10.5°C (13.1°F)
  • Accel. Pedal = 0%
  • BARO greater than 74.5 kPa (0.74 bar/10.80 psi)
Threshold Value
  • Difference of Actual engine speed and desired engine speed greater than 200 RPM
  • Difference of Actual Idle torque and Min. Idle torque greater than 20Nm
Diagnostic Time
  • 8s
Case2 DTC Strategy
  • Fuel cut-off during stand-still and idle condition
Enable Conditions
  • Vehicle speed = 0 mph
  • ECT greater than 50°C (122°F)
  • Intake air temperature greater than -10.5°C (13.1°F)
  • Accel. Pedal = 0%
  • BARO greater than 74.5 kPa (0.74 bar/10.80 psi)
Threshold Value
  • Fuel cut-off equal to or greater than 3 times
Diagnostic Time
  • 15s
MIL ON Condition
  • 2 driving cycles
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.