How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

2008 Scion xD AutomaticSECTION How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

HINT:

*: Use a Techstream.

  1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP 
  2. CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS 
  3. CONNECT TECHSTREAM TO DLC3 

    HINT:

    If the display indicates a communication fault in the tester, inspect the DLC3.

  4. CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA* 

    HINT:

    Record or print DTCs and freeze frame data, if necessary.

  5. CLEAR DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA* 
  6. CONDUCT VISUAL INSPECTION 
  7. SET CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS* 
  8. CONFIRM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS 

    HINT:

    If the engine does not start, first perform the "CHECK DTC" procedures and "CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION" procedures below.

    RESULT REFERENCE

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunction does not occur A
    Malfunction occurs B

    B:  Go to STEP  10

    A: Go to next step 

  9. SIMULATE SYMPTOMS 
  10. CHECK DTC* 
    RESULT REFERENCE

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunction code A
    No code B

    B:  Go to STEP  12

    A: Go to next step 

  11. REFER TO DTC CHART 
  12. CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION 
    RESULT REFERENCE

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunctioning parts not confirmed A
    Malfunctioning parts confirmed B

    B:  Go to STEP  17

    A: Go to next step 

  13. REFER TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE 
    RESULT REFERENCE

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunctioning circuit confirmed A
    Malfunctioning parts confirmed B

    B:  Go to STEP  17

    A: Go to next step 

  14. CHECK ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT 
  15. CONDUCT CIRCUIT INSPECTION 
    RESULT REFERENCE

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunction not confirmed A
    Malfunction confirmed B

    B:  Go to STEP  18

    A: Go to next step 

  16. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS 
  17. CONDUCT PARTS INSPECTION 
  18. IDENTIFY PROBLEM 
  19. ADJUST AND/OR REPAIR 
  20. CONDUCT CONFIRMATION TEST 

    NEXT : END 

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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.