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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) NUMBER INSPECTION PROCEDURE

Special Service Tools (SST):




View: Special Service Tools:





1. Connect the Special Service Tools (SST)s to the data link connector and a ground.
2. Set the select switch to position A.

View: Special Service Tool, System Selector:





3. Set the System Selector to position 1 and SELF TEST as shown.
4. Turn the ignition switch ON.

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5. Verify that 88 flashes on the digital display and that the buzzer sounds for 3 Sec. after turning the ignition switch ON.
6. If 88 does not flash, check the main relay, power supply circuit, and check connector wiring.
7. If 88 flashes and the buzzer continues for more than 20 Sec., check for a short circuit between the powertrain control module engine terminal 1E and the data link connector. Replace the powertrain control module engine if necessary and perform Steps 3 and 4 again.

NOTE: Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)s are indicated in numerical order, if more than one failure is present.

8. Note any code numbers and check for the causes by referring to respective DTC check sequences. Repair as necessary.
9. After repairs, cancel the code numbers by performing the "after-repair" procedure.

Refer to: How to Clear Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes