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Diagnosis Procedure

  1. CHECK COOLING FAN OPERATION

    WITH CONSULT-III

    1. Start the engine.
    2. Perform "FAN DUTY CONTROL" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT-III.
    3. Check that cooling fan speed varies according to the percentage.
      NOTE: Speed changes gradually as the percentage changes.

    WITHOUT CONSULT-III

    1. Stert the engine.
    2. Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan operation, refer to "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION ".
    3. Check that cooling fan speed increase.
      NOTE: Speed changes gradually when performing the auto active test.

      Is the inspection result normal? 

      YES: GO TO 2.

      NO: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE-I

    Check cooling system for leakage. Refer to "INSPECTION ".

    Is leakage detected? 

    YES: GO TO 3.

    NO: GO TO  4.

  3. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE-II

    Check the following for leakage.

    • Hose
    • Radiator
    • Water pump

      Repair or replace malfunctioning part.

  4. CHECK RESERVOIR TANK CAP

    Check reservoir tank cap. Refer to "RESERVOIR TANK CAP : INSPECTION ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 5.

    NO: Replace reservoir tank cap.

  5. CHECK THERMOSTAT

    Check thermostat. Refer to "INSPECTION ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 6.

    NO: Replace thermostat. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".

  6. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

    Refer to "COMPONENT INSPECTION (ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR) ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 7.

    NO: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".

  7. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES

    If the cause cannot be isolated, check the "TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ".

    INSPECTION END