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 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.
TESTING CONDITION: Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is between 11 V and 16 V at idle.
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GO TO 2.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-I
With CONSULT
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- On CONSULT screen, select "ENGINE">>"Data Monitor".
- Start engine and warm it up to the normal operating temperature.
- Maintain the following conditions for at least 10 consecutive seconds. Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
ENG SPEED 1, 200 - 2, 000 RPM COOLANT TEMP/S More than 60°C (140°F) Selector lever P or N position - Let engine idle for 10 seconds.
- Check 1st trip DTC.
With GST: Follow the procedure "With CONSULT " above.
Is DTC P0016 detected?
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Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .
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GO TO 3.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE-II
With CONSULT
- Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.
ENG SPEED 1, 200 - 3, 175 RPM (A constant rotation is maintained.) COOLANT TEMP/S More than 64°C (147°F) Selector lever 1st or 2nd position Driving location Driving vehicle uphill (Increased engine load will help maintain the driving conditions required for this test.) CAUTION:Always drive at a safe speed.
- Check 1st trip DTC.
WITH GST: Follow the procedure "With CONSULT " above.
Is DTC P0016 detected?
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Proceed to Diagnosis Procedure .
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To check malfunction symptom before repair: Refer to Intermittent Incident .
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Confirmation after repair: INSPECTION END
- Maintain the following conditions for at least 20 consecutive seconds.
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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.