Clearing Trouble Codes

2006 Toyota Sienna FWD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE)SECTION Clearing Trouble Codes
DTC CLEAR
a. When using the OBD II scan tool or intelligent tester: Clearing the DTCs.
(1) Connect the OBD II scan tool or intelligent tester to the DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the on position and turn the OBD II scan tool or the intelligent tester main switch on.
(3) Select the item DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / CLEAR CODES [YES] button.

HINT: When operating the OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE J 1978) or intelligent tester to erase the codes, the DTCs and freeze frame data will be erased. (See the OBD II scan tool's instruction book for operating instructions.)

b. When not using the OBD II scan tool or intelligent tester: Clearing the DTCs.
(1) Disconnect the battery terminal or remove the EFI and ETCS fuses from the engine room J/B for 60 seconds or more. However, if you disconnect the battery terminal, perform the INITIALIZE procedure. Programming and Relearning
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