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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting [09/2015 - ]: Procedure
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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- CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
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- CONNECT TECHSTREAM TO DLC3
HINT:
If the display indicates a communication fault in the Techstream, inspect the DLC3. When any CAN communication system DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting on the CAN communication system first.
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See step 4
- CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
HINT:
Record or print DTCs and freeze frame data, if necessary.
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See step 5
- CLEAR DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
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- CONDUCT VISUAL INSPECTION
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See step 7
- SET CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS*
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- CONFIRM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
HINT:
If the engine does not start, first perform the "CHECK DTC" procedures and "CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION" procedures below.
Result
Result Proceed to Malfunction does not occur A Malfunction occurs B Result: 2
B
See step 10
Result: 1
A
See step 9
- SIMULATE SYMPTOMS
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See step 10
- CHECK DTC*
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Result Proceed to Trouble code A No code B Result: 2
B
See step 12
Result: 1
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See step 11
- REFER TO DTC CHART
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See step 12
- CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION
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Result Proceed to Malfunctioning parts not confirmed A Malfunctioning parts confirmed B Result: 2
B
See step 17
Result: 1
A
See step 13
- REFER TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
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Result Proceed to Malfunctioning circuit confirmed A Malfunctioning parts confirmed B Result: 2
B
See step 17
Result: 1
A
See step 14
- CHECK ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT
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See step 15
- CONDUCT CIRCUIT INSPECTION
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Result Proceed to Malfunction not confirmed A Malfunction confirmed B Result: 2
B
See step 18
Result: 1
A
See step 16
- CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
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See step 17
- CONDUCT PARTS INSPECTION
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See step 18
- IDENTIFY PROBLEM
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See step 19
- ADJUST AND/OR REPAIR
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See step 20
- CONDUCT 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.
