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DTC Clearance

DTC Clearance

WARNING: When performing a driving test, select a safe place where there is neither any traffic nor any traffic accident possibility and be very careful during testing to avoid occurrence of an accident.
After repair or replace malfunction part(s), clear all DTCs by performing the following procedure.

1. Connect SUZUKI scan tool to data link connector in the same manner as when making this connection for DTC Check.
2. Turn ignition switch to ON position.
3. Erase DTC and pending DTC according to instructions displayed on scan tool.
4. After completing the clearance, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect scan tool from DLC.

NOTE: DTC and freeze frame data stored in TCM memory are also cleared in the following cases. Be careful not to clear them before keeping their record.
^ When power to TCM is cut off (by disconnecting battery cable, removing fuse or disconnecting TCM connectors).
^ When the same malfunction (DTC) is not detected again during 40 engine warm-up cycles.