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.
Recalling Trouble Codes: Notes
The ECU stores component failure information for the TCCS under a related trouble code which can be recalled for diagnosis and repair. A malfunction is indicated by the "Engine Light" blinking a number of times equal to the malfunction code indication, with a 2.5 second delay between each indication. See Figure.
The diagnostic code series will be repeated as long as the "CHECK ENGINE" connector terminals T - E1 are shorted. In the event of a number of trouble codes, indication will begin from the smaller value and continue to the larger in order.
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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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