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-I
If DTC Confirmation Procedure has been previously conducted, always perform the following procedure before conducting the next test.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
: GO TO 2.
- PRECONDITIONING-II
With CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check the following conditions:
Ambient temperature -10°C (14°F) or more A/C switch OFF Blower fan switch OFF - Select "DATA MONITOR" mode of "ENGINE" using CONSULT.
- Check the following conditions:
COOLAN TEMP/S -10°C - 52°C (14 - 126°F) Is the condition satisfied?
YES: GO TO 3.
NO:
- Satisfy the condition.
- GO TO 3.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I
With CONSULT
- Start engine.
- Drive the vehicle until the following condition is satisfied.CAUTION: Always drive vehicle at safe speed.
- STEP 1
Drive the vehicle under the conditions instructed below until the difference between "COOLAN TEMP/S" and "FUEL T/TMP SE" becomes at least 23°C (41°F).
COOLAN TEMP/S 65°C (149°F) or less FUEL T/TMP SE Less than the value calculated by subtracting 23°C (41°F) from "COOLAN TEMP/S".(1) (1) Example COOLAN TEMP/S FUEL T/TMP SE 70°C (158°F) 47°C (117°F) or less 65°C (149°F) 42°C (108°F) or less 60°C (140°F) 37°C (99°F) or less - STEP 2
Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (32 MPH) or more with the difference between "COOLAN TEMP/S" and "FUEL T/TMP SE" maintained at 23°C (41°F) or more.
NOTE: Keep the accelerator pedal as steady as possible during cruising. - STEP 3
Drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (32 MPH) or more until "COOLAN TEMP/S" increases by 6°C (11°F).
NOTE: Keep the accelerator pedal as steady as possible during cruising.
Is the condition satisfied?
YES: GO TO 4.
NO: GO TO 1.
- STEP 1
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-II
With CONSULT
- Drive the vehicle until the following condition is satisfied.
COOLAN TEMP/S 65°C (149°F) or more CAUTION: Always drive vehicle at safe speed. - Check 1st trip DTC.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".
NO: INSPECTION END
- Drive the vehicle until the following condition is satisfied.
NO RELATED
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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.