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.
Component Inspection
- CHECK ACTIVE GRILLE SHUTTER
With CONSULT
- Start the engine.
- Select "ACTIVE GRILLE SHUTTER" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode of "ENGINE" using CONSULT.
- Touch "CALIBRTN".
- After the calibration completes, check the operation of active grille shutter as follows.
Condition
Active grille shutter
Select "CLOSE"
Close -> Open
Select "OPEN"
Open -> Close
Without CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Operate shutter by hands to close position.
- Check the operation of active grille shutter as follows.
Condition
Active grille shutter
Ignition switch: ON
Close -> Open
Is the inspection result normal?
YES
INSPECTION END
NO
Replace active grille shutter.
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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.
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