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Three Way Catalytic Converter, Checking






Diagnostic Procedures

Three Way Catalytic Converter, Checking

Function test

- Select the measuring value "Test-ID 01: Catalytic converter " and check whether specified values are being reached , Diagnostic mode 6: Check test results of components that are not continuously monitored

- End diagnosis and switch ignition off.

If specified values are not obtained:

- Replace primary catalytic converter or catalytic converter.

Final Procedures

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to --> [ Diagnostic Mode 03 - Read DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Modes 01 - 09.

2. If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to --> [ Diagnostic Mode 04 - Erase DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Modes 01 - 09.

3. If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to --> [ Readiness Code ] Monitors, Trips, Drive Cycles and Readiness Codes.