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DTC Diagnosis Procedure

  1. CHECK COOLING FAN OPERATION 

    SYMBOL WITH CONSULT

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

    SYMBOL WITHOUT CONSULT

    1. Start 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

    Refer to Diagnosis Procedure .

  2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE-I 

    Check cooling system for leakage. Refer to ENGINE COOLANT : 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 MULTI-WAY CONTROL VALVE 

    Check multi-way control valve. Refer to Component Inspection .

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES

    GO TO 6.

    NO

    Replace multi-way control valve. Refer to MULTI-WAY CONTROL VALVE : Removal & Installation .

  6. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR 1 

    Refer to Component Inspection .

    Is the inspection result normal?

    YES

    GO TO 7.

    NO

    Replace engine coolant temperature sensor 1. Refer to CYLINDER HEAD : Exploded View .

  7. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES 

    If the cause cannot be isolated, Refer to Symptom Table .

    INSPECTION END