Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
Gauge Self-Diagnostic Function
NOTE: Before testing, troubleshoot the multiplex integrated control unit first, using B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A.
The gauge control module has a self-diagnostic function which consists of the following checks:
- The beeper drive circuit check.
- The indicator drive circuit check.
- The switch input test.
- The LCD/MID segments check.
- The gauges drive circuit check (Tachometer, Fuel gauge, Speedometer, Engine coolant temperature gauge).
- The communication line check (of the body-controller area network (B-CAN) communication line and the fast-controller area network (F-CAN) communication line between the gauges).
NOTE:
Indicators are also controlled via the communication lines.
Entering the Self-Diagnostic Function With the HDS
Using the HDS, select Body Electrical, Gauges, then Function Test and do the self-diagnostic function.
Entering the Self-Diagnostic Function (Manual Method)
Before doing the self-diagnostic function, make sure the No. 12 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box and the No. 15 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box are OK.
1. Push and hold the SEL/RESET button.
2. Turn the combination light switch () ON.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.
4. Within 5 sec., turn the combination light switch OFF, then () ON and OFF again.
5. Within 5 sec., release the SEL/RESET button, and then push and release the button three times repeatedly.
NOTE:
- While in the self-diagnostic mode, the dash lights brightness controller operates normally.
- While in the self-diagnostic mode, the SEL/RESET switch is used to start the Beeper Drive Circuit Test and the Gauge Drive Circuit Check.
- If the vehicle speed exceeds 1.2 mph (2 km/h) or the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0), or the vehicle is in OFF mode, the self-diagnostic mode ends.
The Indicator Drive Circuit Check
When entering the self-diagnostic mode, the following indicators (if equipped) blink:
A/T gear position indicator, ABS indicator, brake system indicator, charging system indicator, cruise control indicator, cruise main indicator, door indicator, EPS indicator, high beam indicator, fog light indicator, immobilizer indicator, lights-on indicator, keyless access indicator, low oil pressure indicator, low fuel indicator, malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), message indicator, seat belt reminder indicator, security indicator, SH-AWD indicator, side airbag cutoff indicator, SRS indicator, TPMS indicator, VSA activation indicator ('09 model), VSA indicator, and VSA OFF indicator ('10-11 models).
Switch Input Check
At the initial stage of the self-diagnostic function, the beeper sounds intermittently. The beeper sounds continuously when any of the following switch inputs are switched from OFF to ON:
Cruise control main, SET/DECEL, RES/ACCEL, CANCEL switches, SEL/RESET switch, parking brake switch, PREVIOUS, NEXT switch, and VSA OFF switch.
The Beeper Drive Circuit Check
When entering the self-diagnostic mode, the beeper sounds five times.
The LCD/MID Segment Check
When entering the self-diagnostic mode, the words "CHECKING NOW" show on the MID, and blink five times.
The Gauge Drive Circuit Check
When entering the self-diagnostic mode, the speedometer, the tachometer, the fuel gauge, and the engine coolant temperature gauge needles sweep from the minimum position to maximum position, then return to the minimum position.
NOTE: After the beeper stops sounding and the gauge needles return to the minimum position, pushing the SEL/RESET button starts the Beeper Drive Circuit Check (one beep) and the Gauge Drive Circuit Check again. The check cannot be started again until the gauge needles return to the minimum position.
If the needles fail to sweep, or the beeper does not sound, replace the gauge control module.
The Communication Line Check
While in the self-diagnostic mode, the Communication Line Check starts after the LCD/MID Segments Check.
If the communication line is OK, the word "OK" will be indicated on the multi-information display (MID). If there is a communication line error, the word "ERROR" will be indicated on the MID.
Indication pattern
There is a malfunction in the communication line between the F-CAN and gauge control module. The B-CAN is OK at this time. Check for DTCs in the ECM/PCM and troubleshoot any DTCs found.
There is a malfunction in the communication line between the B-CAN and gauge control module. The F-CAN line is OK at this time.
There is a malfunction in the communication line between the gauge control module and F-CAN and B-CAN. Check for DTCs in the ECM/PCM and troubleshoot any DTCs found.
Ending the Self-Diagnostic Function
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
NOTE: If the vehicle speed exceeds 1.2 mph (2 km/h), the self-diagnostic function ends.