(c) - Check the DTC: Notes

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Notes
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  1. Prepare a TOYOTA hand-held tester.
  2. Connect the TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC3.
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON and push the TOYOTA hand-held tester main switch ON.
  4. Use the TOYOTA hand-held tester to check the DTC, information code and freeze frame data and note them down. (For operating instructions, see the TOYOTA hand-held tester operator's manual).
    Fig 1: Connecting Hand Held Tester To DLC3
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