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.
DTC Confirmation Procedure
- PRECONDITIONING
If "DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE" has been previously conducted, always turn power switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
GO TO 2.
- CHECK DTC DETECTION
With CONSULT
- Turn the power switch OFF β ON.CAUTION:
- Be sure to wait of 10 seconds after turning power switch OFF or ON.
- Set the vehicle to READY.
- Repeat step Β 1 two or more times.
- Perform self-diagnosis for "ABS".
Is DTC "C1144" detected?Β
YES: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDUREΒ ".
NO: INSPECTION END
- Turn the power switch OFF β ON.
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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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