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
- INSPECTION START
Is it necessary to erase permanent DTC?
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GO TO 3.
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GO TO 2.
- PERFORM COMPONENT FUNCTION CHECK NOTE:
Use the component function check to check the overall function of the IAT sensor circuit. During this check, a 1st trip DTC might not be confirmed.
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect mass air flow sensor harness connector.
- Check resistance between mass air flow sensor terminals as follows.
Mass air flow sensor Condition Resistance Terminal 4 3 Temperature 25 °C (77 °F) 1.80 - 2.20 kΩ
Is the inspection result normal?
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To check malfunction symptom before repair: Refer to Intermittent Incident .
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Confirmation after repair: INSPECTION END
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Proceed to Diagnosis 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, do not add fuel.
- Before performing the following procedure, check that fuel level is between 1/4 and 4/4.
- Before performing the following procedure, confirm that battery voltage is 11 V or more at idle.
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GO TO 4.
- PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
- Move the vehicle to a cool place.NOTE:
Cool the vehicle in an environment of ambient air temperature between -10°C (14°F) and 35°C (95°F).
- Turn ignition switch OFF and leave the vehicle for 12 hours.CAUTION:
Never turn ignition switch ON during this procedure.
- Move the vehicle to a cool place.
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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.