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:
- Use these procedures to troubleshoot the vehicle stability control system.
- *: Use the Techstream.
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
- INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
Standard voltage: 11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
- CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF LARGE-SCALE BODY MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (BEAN)*
- Use the Techstream to check if the Multiplex Communication System (MPX) is functioning normally.
Result
RESULT CHARTResult Proceed to MPX DTC is not output A MPX DTC is output B
B: GO to MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
A: Go to Next Step
- Use the Techstream to check if the Multiplex Communication System (MPX) is functioning normally.
- CHECK COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF CONTROLLER AREA NETWORK (CAN)*
- Use the Techstream to check for normal functioning of the CAN communication system.
B: GO to CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
A: Go to Next Step
- CHECK FOR DTC*
- Check for DTC and note any codes that are output.
- Clear the DTC.
- Recheck for DTC. Try to prompt the DTC by simulating the original activity that the DTC suggests.
Result
RESULT CHARTResult Proceed to DTC does not reoccur A DTC reoccurs B
B: Go to step 7
A: Go to Next Step
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Result
RESULT CHARTResult Proceed to Fault is not listed in problem symptoms table A Fault is listed in problem symptoms table B B: Go to step 8
A: Go to Next Step
- OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING
- See TERMINALS OF ECU .
- See DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST .
- 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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