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.
Freeze frame data
- Check freeze data (reading with SSM3)NOTE: When the DTC is stored, the ECM data which indicates the vehicle status at that time is stored to the engine control computer as freeze frame data.
- Connect the SSM3 to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn on the SSM3.
- Select the following menu items using the SSM3: [BRZ check] / [Each System Check] / [Engine Control System] / [Freeze Frame Data Display]
- Pending freeze frame dataNOTE: For DTCs that detect error in two trips, store the freeze frame data when the temporary error is detected in the first trip.
- List of freeze frame data
For the list of freeze frame data, refer to [CURRENT DATA DISPLAY & SAVE] / [SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK MODE ] .
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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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