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.
On-Vehicle Inspection
- INSPECT INVERTER NOTE: Wear insulating gloves.
HINT:
Check DTCs before performing the inspections of the converter and inverter, and perform the appropriate troubleshooting.
- Turn the power switch OFF.
- Remove the service plug grip (see SERVICE PLUG GRIP ).
- Remove the inverter cover (see W/CONVERTER INVERTER ASSY ).
- Disconnect the connectors A and B shown in the illustration.
- Turn the power switch ON (IG).
If turning the power switch ON (IG) with the service plug grip removed, the DTC of the inter lock switch system will be output.
- Using a voltmeter, measure the voltage. Also, using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance.
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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.