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.
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
HINT:
- The ECM of this system is connected to the CAN and multiplex communication system. Therefore, before starting troubleshooting, make sure to check that there is no trouble in the CAN and multiplex communication system.
- *: Use the intelligent tester.
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
- CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
- INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
Standard: 11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
- CONNECT INTELLIGENT TESTER TO DLC3
- CHECK AND CLEAR DTCS AND FREEZE FRAME DATA *
- VISUAL INSPECTION
- SETTING CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS *
Refer to the CHECK MODE PROCEDURE .
- PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
Refer to the ROAD TEST .
Result
DTC RESULT REFERENCEResult Proceed to Symptom does not occur A Symptom occurs B B: GO TO STEP 10
A: Go to Next Step
- SYMPTOM SIMULATION
Refer to the ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT INSPECTION PROCEDURE (see ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT INSPECTION PROCEDURE ).
- DTC CHECK
Refer to the DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
Result
DTC RESULT REFERENCEResult Proceed to DTC is not output A DTC is output B B: GO TO STEP 19
A: Go to Next Step
- BASIC INSPECTION
Refer to the AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID .
Refer to the PARK / NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH .
Refer to the FLOOR SHIFT ASSEMBLY .
NG: GO TO STEP 21
OK: Go to Next Step
- MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST
Refer to the MECHANICAL SYSTEM TEST .
NG: GO TO STEP 18
OK: Go to Next Step
- HYDRAULIC TEST
Refer to the HYDRAULIC TEST .
NG: GO TO STEP 18
OK: Go to Next Step
- MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
Refer to the MANUAL SHIFTING TEST . NG
NG: GO TO STEP 17
OK: Go to Next Step
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 1
Refer to the PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE .
NG: GO TO STEP 20
OK: Go to Next Step
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 2
Refer to the PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE .
NG: GO TO STEP 18
OK: Go to Next Step
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE CHAPTER 3
Refer to the PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE .
- PART INSPECTION
NG: GO TO STEP 21
OK: Go to Next Step
- DTC CHART
Refer to the DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .
- CIRCUIT INSPECTION
- REPAIR OR REPLACE
- CONFIRMATION TEST
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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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