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.
Engine Control System (SFI): Precaution
- INITIALIZATION NOTE:
- When disconnecting the negative (-) battery cable, initialize the following system after the cable is reconnected.INITIALIZED SYSTEMS
System See article Power Window Control System INITIALIZATION Sliding Roof System INITIALIZATION - Perform the RESET MEMORY (AT initialization) when replacing the automatic transaxle assy, engine assy or ECM (see INITIALIZATION ).
- Perform the REGISTRATION (VIN registration) when replacing the ECM (see REGISTRATION ).
HINT:
Initialization can not be completed by only removing the battery.
- When disconnecting the negative (-) battery cable, initialize the following system after the cable is reconnected.
- FOR USING HAND-HELD TESTER CAUTION: Observe the following items for safety reasons:
- Read its instruction books before using the tester.
- Prevent the tester cable from being caught on the pedals, shift lever and steering wheel when driving with the tester connected to the vehicle.
- When driving the vehicle for testing purposes using the tester, two persons are required. One is for driving the vehicle, and the other operates the tester.
- EXPRESSIONS OF IGNITION SWITCH
The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications of the vehicle.
The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
SWITCH SPECIFICATIONSExpression/Switch Type Ignition Switch (position) Engine Switch (condition) Ignition Switch off LOCK Off Ignition Switch on (IG) ON On (IG) Ignition Switch on (ACC) ACC On (ACC) Engine Start START Start - FOR USING BATTERY DURING INSPECTION
While using the battery during inspection, do not bring the positive and negative tester probes too close to each other as a short circuit may occur.
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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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