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.
Check at Idle
- CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
- Park vehicle on flat surface.
- Move selector lever to "P" or "N" position.
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Turn ignition switch to "START" position.
Is engine started?
YES: GO TO 2.
NO: Stop "Road Test". Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ".
- CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Move selector lever to "D", "M" or "R" position.
- Turn ignition switch to "START" position.
Is engine started?
YES: Stop "Road Test". Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ".
NO: GO TO 3.
- CHECK "P" POSITION FUNCTION
- Move selector lever to "P" position.
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Release parking brake.
- Push vehicle forward or backward.
- Apply parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES: Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ". Continue "Road Test".
NO: GO TO 4.
- CHECK "N" POSITION FUNCTION
- Start engine.
- Move selector lever to "N" position.
- Release parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES: Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ". Continue "Road Test".
NO: GO TO 5.
- CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
- Apply foot brake.
- Move selector lever to "R" position.
Is there large shock when changing from "N" to "R" position?
YES: Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ". Continue "Road Test".
NO: GO TO 6.
- CHECK "R" POSITION FUNCTION
Release foot brake for several seconds.
Does vehicle creep backward when foot brake is released?
YES: GO TO 7.
NO: Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ". Continue "Road Test".
- CHECK "D" POSITION FUNCTION
Move selector lever to "D" position and check if vehicle creeps forward.
Does vehicle creep forward in all positions?
YES: Go to "CRUISE TEST ".
NO: Stop "Road Test". Refer to "SYMPTOM TABLE ".
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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.