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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2010MATRIX FWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESCHECK MODE PROCEDURE
2010 Toyota Matrix FWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)
Check Mode Procedure
2010 Toyota Matrix FWD L4-2.4L (2AZ-FE)SECTION Check Mode Procedure
U250E AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM: CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
1. DESCRIPTION
(a) Check mode has a higher sensitivity to malfunctions and can detect malfunctions that normal mode cannot detect. Check mode can also detect all the malfunctions that normal mode can detect. In check mode, DTCs are detected with 1-trip detection logic.
2. CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
(a) Make sure that the items below are true:
(1) Battery positive voltage 11 V or more
(2) Throttle valve fully closed
(3) Transaxle in the P or N position
(4) A/C switched OFF
(b) Turn the ignition switch off.
(c) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(d) Turn the ignition switch to ON and turn the Techstream main switch on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / Check Mode.
(f) Change the ECM to check mode. Make sure the MIL flashes as shown in the illustration.
NOTICE:
All DTCs and freeze frame data recorded will be erased if: 1) the Techstream is used to change the ECM from normal mode to check mode or vice versa; or 2) during check mode, the ignition switch is turned from to ON to to ACC or off.
Before check mode, make notes of the DTCs and freeze frame data.
(g) Start the engine. The MIL should turn off after the engine starts.
(h) Perform "MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN" for the ECT test Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes.
(Or, simulate the conditions of the malfunction described by the customer).
(i) After simulating the malfunction conditions, use the Techstream diagnosis selector to check the DTC and freeze frame data.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.