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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
HINT:
*: Use the Techstream.
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
NEXT: Go to next step
- CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
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- CONNECT TECHSTREAM TO DLC3*
HINT:
If the display indicates a communication fault in the Techstream, inspect the DLC3.
When any CAN communication system DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting on the CAN communication system first.
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- CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
- Check DTC. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
- Check Freeze Frame Data. Refer to FREEZE FRAME DATA .
HINT:
Record or print DTCs and freeze frame data, if necessary.
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- CLEAR DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA*
- Clear DTC. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
- Clear Freeze Frame Data. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
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- CONDUCT VISUAL INSPECTION
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- SET CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS*
- Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode.
HINT:
Refer to Check Mode Procedure. Refer to CHECK MODE PROCEDURE .
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- Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode.
- CONFIRM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS
- Confirm problem symptoms.
HINT:
If the engine does not start, first perform the "Check DTC" procedure and "Conduct Basic Inspection" procedure below.
RESULTResult Proceed to Malfunction does not occur A Malfunction occurs B B → GO TO 10
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- Confirm problem symptoms.
- SIMULATE SYMPTOMS
HINT:
Refer to Symptom Simulation. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING .
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- CHECK DTC*
- Check for DTCs.
HINT:
Refer to DTC Check / Clear. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
RESULTResult Proceed to Trouble code output A No code output B B → GO TO 12
A: Go to next step
- Check for DTCs.
- REFER TO DTC CHART
- Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .
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- Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .
- CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION
- Conduct basic inspection. Refer to BASIC INSPECTION .RESULT
Result Proceed to Malfunctioning parts not confirmed A Malfunctioning parts confirmed B B → GO TO 17
A: Go to next step
- Conduct basic inspection. Refer to BASIC INSPECTION .
- REFER TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
- Refer to Problem Symptoms Table. Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE .RESULT
Result Proceed to Malfunctioning circuit confirmed A Malfunctioning parts confirmed B B → GO TO 17
A: Go to next step
- Refer to Problem Symptoms Table. Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE .
- CHECK ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT
- Check the ECM power source circuit.
HINT:
Refer to ECM Power Source Circuit. Refer to ECM Power Source Circuit .
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- Check the ECM power source circuit.
- CONDUCT CIRCUIT INSPECTION* RESULT
Result Proceed to Malfunction not confirmed A Malfunction confirmed B B → GO TO 18
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- CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
- Check for intermittent problems.
HINT:
Refer to Check for Intermittent Problems. Refer to CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS .
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- Check for intermittent problems.
- CONDUCT PARTS INSPECTION
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- IDENTIFY PROBLEM
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- ADJUST AND/OR REPAIR
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- CONDUCT CONFIRMATION TEST*
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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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