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.
Check For Intermittent Problems
- CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
HINT:
A momentary interruption (open circuit) in the connectors and/or wire harness between the sensors and ECUs can be monitored using the ECU data monitor function of the Techstream.
- Turn the engine switch off.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/ TRAC / Data List.
- Select areas where momentary interruption should be monitored.
ABS/VSC/TRAC
DATA LISTTester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note FR Speed Open Front speed sensor RH open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - FL Speed Open Front speed sensor LH open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - RR Speed Open Rear speed sensor RH open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - RL Speed Open Rear speed sensor LH open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - EFI Communication Open ECM communication open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - Yaw Rate Open Yaw rate sensor open detection/ ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - Deceleration Open Deceleration sensor open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - Steering Open Steering angle sensor open detection/ERROR or NORMAL ERROR: Momentary interruption NORMAL: Normal - HINT:
- A momentary interruption (open circuit) cannot be detected for 3 seconds after the engine switch is turned on (IG) (initial check).
- If the ERROR display remains on, check the continuity between the ECU and the sensors, or between ECUs.
- The ERROR display remains on for 1 second after the harness signal changes from momentary interruption (open circuit) to normal condition.
- While observing the screen, gently jiggle the connector or wire harness between the ECU and sensors, or between ECUs. If the display changes, the connector and/or wire harness is in momentary interruption (open circuit). Repair or replace the connector and/or wire harness, as one of them is faulty.
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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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