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.
2003 Mazda Tribute 2WD L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Output Test Mode Procedure
NGS Tester
Output Test Mode Procedure
1. Perform the "New Generation Star (NGS) Tester Hook-Up Procedure".
2. Perform step 1 through step 9 from the "Retrieving DTCs Procedure".
3. Turn key on.

4. Move the cursor to ACTIVE COMMAND MODES. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
5. Move the cursor to OUTPUT TEST MODE. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
6. Press MODE repeatedly to change the mode from ALL ON to LOW FAN, HIGH FAN, and ALL OFF. Return the mode to ALL ON.
7. Press START to run the fuel pump. Press STOP to turn off the fuel pump.
8. To open and close certain actuators in the emission system, press PIDs.
9. Press CLEAR to clear previous selected PIDs.
NOTE: To select desired PIDs place the shaded bar over the item(s) and press trigger. A star symbol appears next to the item when it's selected. Press START. The selected PID(s) and values appear.
You can select 30 PIDs at a time.
10. Press START to turn on the fuel pump. Observe the values change from OFF to ON or from 0% to 100%. Press STOP to turn off the fuel pump.
11. Press CANCEL.
Output Test Mode Procedure
1. Perform the "New Generation Star (NGS) Tester Hook-Up Procedure".
2. Perform step 1 through step 9 from the "Retrieving DTCs Procedure".
3. Turn key on.
4. Move the cursor to ACTIVE COMMAND MODES. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
5. Move the cursor to OUTPUT TEST MODE. Press the trigger key to enter this selection.
6. Press MODE repeatedly to change the mode from ALL ON to LOW FAN, HIGH FAN, and ALL OFF. Return the mode to ALL ON.
7. Press START to run the fuel pump. Press STOP to turn off the fuel pump.
8. To open and close certain actuators in the emission system, press PIDs.
9. Press CLEAR to clear previous selected PIDs.
NOTE: To select desired PIDs place the shaded bar over the item(s) and press trigger. A star symbol appears next to the item when it's selected. Press START. The selected PID(s) and values appear.
You can select 30 PIDs at a time.
10. Press START to turn on the fuel pump. Observe the values change from OFF to ON or from 0% to 100%. Press STOP to turn off the fuel pump.
11. Press CANCEL.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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