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Monitor GDS Data

  1. Connect GDS to Data Link Cable (DLC).
  2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
  3. Check the "Current Data  " about related DTC with GDS.

    Specification:  Refer to Fig 1

    Fig 1: Scantool Display - Current Data At Cold Engine Condition
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    Fig 2: Scantool Display - Current Data After Engine Warm-Up
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  4. Are the parameters displayed correctly?

    YES 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or PCM's connector or was repaired and PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO