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.
Inspection Procedure
HINT:
Troubleshoot each trouble symptom in accordance with the table below.
| MIL remains illuminated | Start inspection from step 1 |
| MIL not illuminated | Start inspection from step 3 |
- CHECK MIL CONDITION (WHETHER MIL TURNS OFF)
- Connect an intelligent tester or OBD II scan tool to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the tester or scan tool ON.
- Check whether any DTCs have been stored (See DTC CHECK / CLEAR ). Note them down if necessary.
- Clear DTCs (See DTC CHECK / CLEAR ).
- Check if the MIL turns off.
OK:
MIL should turn off.
OK : REPAIR CIRCUITS INDICATED BY OUTPUT DTCS
NG: Go to Next Step
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS)
- Disconnect the E6 ECM connector.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Check that the MIL is not illuminated.
OK:
MIL is not illuminated
- Reconnect the ECM connector.
OK : REPLACE ECM
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NG: CHECK AND REPLACE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COMBINATION METER - ECM)
- CHECK MIL (MIL IS ILLUMINATED)
- Check if the MIL is illuminated when the ignition switch is turned to ON.
OK:
MIL should be illuminated.
OK : SYSTEM IS OK
NG: Go to Next Step
- Check if the MIL is illuminated when the ignition switch is turned to ON.
- INSPECT COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY (MIL CIRCUIT)
- See the combination meter troubleshooting procedure (See HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING ).
NG: CHECK AND REPAIR COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY
OK : CHECK AND REPAIR HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COMBINATION METER - ECM)
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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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