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 place the ignition switch in the OFF position and wait at least 10 seconds before conducting the next test.
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- CHECK DTC DETECTION
CONSULT
- Ignition switch OFF.NOTE:
Wait at least 10 seconds after placing ignition switch in the OFF position.
- Start the engine.NOTE:
- Select "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "ABS".
- Ignition switch OFF.
Is DTC "C1146" detected?
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"C1146" is displayed as "CRNT": Proceed to DTC Diagnosis Procedure .
YES>>
"C1146" is displayed as "PAST": Inspection End (Erase "Self Diagnostic Result" mode of "ABS").
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To check malfunction symptom before repair: Refer to Intermittent Incident .
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Confirmation after repair: 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.