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Monitor DTC Status

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Inspection Condition Inspection Procedure Reference
  1. Ignition "ON".
  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Monitor "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)" with GDS/KDS.
Fig 1
Fig 1: Screen Display - DTC Description
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Active Fault 
History/Pending Fault 
  • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or Control module's connector or was repaired and Control module's memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.
  • Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.