With Generic Scan Tool
Check the DTC.NOTE: If there is no DTC in the trip DTC using the continuous test results function (mode 7 for SAE J1979) on the hand-held tester or the OBD II scan tool.
1. Prepare the OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE J1978) or the hand-held tester.
2. Connect the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester to the DLC3 at the lower center of the instrument panel.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON and push the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester switch ON.
4. Use the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester to check the DTC and freeze frame data and note them down (for operating instructions, seethe OBD II scan tool's instruction book).
If there is no DTC in the normal mode, check the 1st trip DTC using the continuous test results function (Mode 7 for SAE J1979) on the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester.
5. See Trouble Code Descriptions to confirm the details of the DTC.
NOTE:
- When simulating a symptom with the OBD II scan tool (excluding hand-held tester) to check the DTC, use the normal mode. For code on the DTC chart subject to "2 trip detection logic", perform either of the following actions.
- Turn the ignition switch OFF after the symptom is simulated ones. Then repeat the simulation process again. When the problem has been simulated twice, the MIL lights up and the DTCs are recorded in the ECM.
- Check the 1st trip DTC using Mode 7 (Continuous Test Results) for SAE J1979.