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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.
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- Connect scan tool to Data Link Connector No. 3 (DLC3). See Figure. DLC3 is located under left side of instrument panel. Turn ignition on with engine off. Turn scan tool on. Using scan tool manufacturer's instructions, check for DTCs and freeze-frame data.
- If scan tool displays UNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLE, DLC3 must be checked. See DLC3 INSPECTIONΒ under SCAN TOOL PROBLEMS. If scan tool does not display UNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLE, go to next step.
- Record any DTCs and freeze-frame data displayed for system diagnosis. If driveability problem exists and no DTCs are present, go to TROUBLE SHOOTING - NO CODES article for diagnosis by symptom.
- If any DTCs are present, perform appropriate diagnostic test in DIAGNOSTIC TESTSΒ . See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) DEFINITIONSΒ . For more information on freeze-frame data, See FREEZE-FRAME DATAΒ under INTRODUCTION. For information on 2-trip detection logic codes, See TWO-TRIP DETECTION LOGICΒ under DETECTION LOGIC
- After repairs for DTC have been completed, DTCs must be cleared from ECM memory. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODESΒ .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.