Confirmation Driving Pattern

2012 Toyota Prius FiveSECTION Confirmation Driving Pattern
Fig 1: Identifying Confirmation Driving Pattern
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  1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
  2. Turn the power switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on.
  3. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
  4. Turn the power switch off and wait for 30 seconds.
  5. Turn the power switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on [A].
  6. Put the engine in inspection mode (maintenance mode). Refer to INSPECTION MODE PROCEDURE .
  7. Start the engine and warm it up (until the engine coolant temperature is 75°C (167°F) or higher) with all the accessories switched off [B].
  8. With the engine warmed up, idle the engine for 2 minutes or more [C].
  9. Drive the vehicle at between 47 and 75 mph (75 and 120 km/h) for 5 minutes or more [D].
    WARNING:

    When performing the confirmation driving pattern, obey all speed limits and traffic laws.

  10. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes / Pending.
  11. Read the pending DTC [E].

    HINT: 

    • If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
  12. If no pending DTC is output, perform a universal trip and check for permanent DTCs. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .

    HINT: 

    • If a permanent DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If no permanent DTC is output, the system is normal.
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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