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 ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
- Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is more than 11 V at idle.
- Always perform the test at a temperature above - 12°C (10°F)
GO TO STEP 2 .
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
With CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Select "DATA MONITOR" mode using CONSULT.
- Make sure that "COOLANT TEMP/S" indicates 5°C (41°F) or more.
If not, cool engine down or warm engine up until "COOLANT TEMP/S" indicates 5°C (41°F) or more. Then go to the following steps.
- Fully release accelerator pedal and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Depress accelerator pedal and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Check 1st trip DTC.
With GST
Following the procedure "With CONSULT" above.
Is 1st trip DTC detected?
YES
Proceed to DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE .
NO
INSPECTION END
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.