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.
Data List/Active Test
- DATA LIST
HINT:
Using the hand-held tester DATA LIST allows switch, sensor, actuator and other item value to be read without removing any parts. Reading the DATA LIST early in troubleshooting is one way to shorten labor time.
- Connect the hand-held tester (with CAN VIM) to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch ON.
- Read the DATA LIST according to the display on the tester.
Driver door ECU: (Switch condition)
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Door ECU (Passenger, Rear LH, Rear RH): (Switch condition)
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Door ECU (All doors), Glass position)
- ACTIVE TEST NOTE: is test causes vehicle parts to move. Please watch your hands.
HINT:
Performing the hand-held tester ACTIVE TEST allows relay, VSV, actuator and other items to be operated without removing any parts. Performing the ACTIVE TEST early in troubleshooting is one way to shorten labor time. The DATA LIST can be displayed during the ACTIVE TEST.
- Connect the hand-held tester to the CAN VIM. Then connect the CAN VIM to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch ON.
- Performing the ACTIVE TEST according to the display on the tester.
Door ECU (All doors):
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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.
