check engine NISSAN TEANA 2014 Service Manual

DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)EC-591
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1s
t Trip Detection Logic and Two Trip Detection Logic
INFOID:0000000009462533
When a malfunction is detected for the first time, 1st tr ip DTC and 1st trip Freeze Frame data are stored in the
ECM memory. The MIL will not illuminate at this stage. <1st trip>
If the same malfunction is detected again during the next drive, the DTC and Freeze Frame data are stored in
the ECM memory, and the MIL illuminates. The MIL illu minates at the same time when the DTC is stored.
<2nd trip> The “trip” in the “Two Trip Detection Logic” means a driving mode in which self-diagnosis is per-
formed during vehicle operation. Specific on board diagnosti c items will cause the ECM to illuminate or blink
the MIL, and store DTC and Freeze Frame data, even in the 1st trip, as shown below.
×: Applicable —: Not applicable
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : DTC and Freeze Frame DataINFOID:0000000009462534
DTC AND 1ST TRIP DTC
The 1st trip DTC (whose number is the same as the DT C number) is displayed for the latest self-diagnostic
result obtained. If the ECM memory was cleared previously , and the 1st trip DTC did not recur, the 1st trip DTC
will not be displayed.
If a malfunction is detected during the 1st trip, the 1st trip DTC is saved in the ECM memory. The MIL will not
light up (two trip detection logic). If the same malfunc tion is not detected in the 2nd trip (meeting the required
driving pattern), the 1st trip DTC is cleared from the ECM memory. If the same malfunction is detected in the
2nd trip, both the 1st trip DTC and DTC are saved in t he ECM memory and the MIL lights up. In other words,
the DTC is stored in the ECM memory and the MIL light s up when the same malfunction occurs in two consec-
utive trips. If a 1st trip DTC is stored and a non-diagnostic operation is performed between the 1st and 2nd
trips, only the 1st trip DTC will continue to be stored. Fo r malfunctions that blink or light up the MIL during the
1st trip, the DTC and 1st trip DTC are stored in the ECM memory.
For malfunctions in which 1st trip DTCs are displayed, refer to EC-630, "DTC Index"
. These items are
required by legal regulations to c ontinuously monitor the system/component . In addition, the items monitored
non-continuously are also displayed on CONSULT.
1st trip DTC is specified in Service $07 of SAE J1979/ ISO 15031-5. 1st trip DTC detection occurs without illu-
minating the MIL and therefore does not warn the driver of a malfunction.
When a 1st trip DTC is detected, check, print out or write down and erase (1st trip) DTC and Freeze Frame
data as specified in Work Flow procedure Step 2, refer to EC-670, "Work Flow"
. Then perform DTC Confirma-
tion Procedure or Component Function Check to try to duplicate the malfunction. If the malfunction is dupli-
cated, the item requires repair.
FREEZE FRAME DATA AND 1ST TRIP FREEZE FRAME DATA
The ECM records the driving conditions such as fuel system status, calculated load value, engine coolant tem-
perature, short term fuel trim, long term fuel trim, engi ne speed, vehicle speed, absolute throttle position, base
fuel schedule and intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected.
Data which are stored in the ECM memory, along with the 1st trip DTC, are called 1st trip freeze frame data.
The data, stored together with the DTC data, are called freeze frame data and displayed on CONSULT or
GST. The 1st trip freeze frame data c an only be displayed on the CONSULT screen.
Items MIL DTC 1st trip DTC
1st trip 2nd trip 1st trip
displaying 2nd trip
displaying 1st trip
displaying 2nd trip
display- ing
Blinking Illuminat-
ed Blinking Illuminat-
ed
Misfire (Possible three way catalyst
damage) — DTC: P0300 – P0308
is being detected ×
———— — ×—
Misfire (Possible three way catalyst
damage) — DTC: P0300 – P0308
is being detected ——
×—— ×——
One trip detection diagnoses (Re-
fer to EC-630, "DTC Index"
.) —
×—— ×———
Except above — — — ×— ×× —
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EC-596
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
Calculated load value: (Calculated load value in the freeze frame data) x (1
±0.1) [%]
Engine coolant temperature condition:
• When the freeze frame data shows lower than 70 °C (158 °F), engine coolant temperature should be lower
than 70 °C (158 °F).
• When the freeze frame data shows higher than or equal to 70 °C (158 °F), engine coolant temperature should
be higher than or equal to 70 °C (158 °F).
NOTE:
• When the same malfunction is detected regardless of t he above vehicle conditions, reset the counter of driv-
ing pattern C.
• When the above conditions are satisfied without detecting t he same malfunction, reset the counter of driving
pattern C.
• The 1st trip DTC will be cleared when C counter is c ounted once without the same malfunction after DTC is
stored in ECM.
DRIVING PATTERN D
Driving pattern D means a trip satisfying the following conditions.
• The state of driving at 40 km/h (25 MPH) reaches 300 seconds or more in total.
• Idle speed lasts 30 seconds or more.
• A lapse of 600 seconds or more after engine start.
NOTE:
• When the same malfunction is detected regardless of driv ing conditions, reset the counter of driving pattern
D.
• When the above conditions are satisfied without detecting t he same malfunction, reset the counter of driving
pattern D.
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : System Readiness Test (SRT) CodeINFOID:0000000009462537
System Readiness Test (SRT) code is spec ified in Service $01 of SAE J1979/ISO 15031-5.
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Ma intenance (I/M), certain states require the status of
SRT be used to indicate whether the ECM has completed self-diagnosis of major emission systems and com-
ponents. Completion must be verified in order for the emissions inspection to proceed.
If a vehicle is rejected for a State emissions inspec tion due to one or more SRT items indicating “INCMP”, use
the information in this Service Manual to set the SRT to “CMPLT”.
In most cases the ECM will automatically complete its self-diagnosis cycle during normal usage, and the SRT
status will indicate “CMPLT” for each application system . Once set as “CMPLT”, the SRT status remains
“CMPLT” until the self-diagnosis memory is erased.
Occasionally, certain portions of the self-diagnostic test may not be completed as a result of the customer's
normal driving pattern; the SRT will indicate “INCMP” for these items.
NOTE:
The SRT will also indicate “INCMP” if the self-diagnosis memory is erased for any reason or if the ECM mem-
ory power supply is interrupted for several hours.
If, during the state emissions inspection, the SRT indica tes “CMPLT” for all test items, the inspector will con-
tinue with the emissions test. However, if the SRT indi cates “INCMP” for one or more of the SRT items the
vehicle is returned to the customer untested.
NOTE:
If permanent DTC is stored or MIL illuminates during t he state emissions inspection, the vehicle is alsore-
turned to the customer untested even though the SRT indicate s “CMPLT” for all test items. Therefore, it isim-
portant to check SRT (“CMPLT”), DTC (No DT Cs) and permanent DTC (NO permanent DTCs) before
theinspection.
SRT SET TIMING
SRT is set as “CMPLT” after self-diagnosis has been performed one or more times. Completion of SRT is
done regardless of whether the result is OK or NG. T he set timing is different between OK and NG results and
is shown in the table below.
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EC-598
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
PERMANENT DTC SET TIMING
The setting timing of permanent DTC is stored in EC
M with the lighting of MIL when a DTC is confirmed.
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000009462539
• When detecting a DTC that affects exhaust gas, the exhaust emis-
sion-related control module transmits a malfunction indicator lamp
signal to ECM via CAN communication line.
ECM prioritizes (MIL: ON/blink) the signal received from the
exhaust emission-related control module and the ECM-stored DTC
that affects exhaust gas and transmits a malfunction indicator lamp
signal to the combination meter via CAN communication line.
The combination meter turns ON or blinks the MIL, according to
the signal transmitted from ECM, and alerts the driver of malfunc-
tion detection.
• Control modules that a DTC of MIL ON/Blink is stored (Control module varies among DTCs.):
-ECM
-TCM
1. The MIL illuminates when ignition switch is turned ON (engine is not running). NOTE:
Check the MIL circuit if MIL does not illuminate. Refer to EC-973, "Component Function Check"
.
2. When the engine is started, the MIL should go off. NOTE:
If MIL remains ON or continues blinking, a DTC(s) t hat affects exhaust gas is detected. In this case, Self
diagnosis is required for performing inspection and repair.
On Board Diagn osis FunctionINFOID:0000000009462540
ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS ITEM
The on board diagnostic system has the following functions.
BULB CHECK MODE
Description
This function allows damage inspection in the MIL bulb (blown, open circuit, etc.).
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. The MIL on the instrument panel should stay ON.
If it remains OFF, check MIL circuit. Refer to EC-973, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
SRT STATUS MODE
Description
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Diagnostic test mode Function
Bulb check MIL can be checked.
SRT status ECM can read if SRT codes are set.
Malfunction warning If ECM detects a malfunction, it illuminates or blinks MIL to inform the driver that a malfunction has been detected.
Self-diagnostic results DTCs or 1st trip DTCs stored in ECM can be read.
Accelerator pedal released po-
sition learning ECM can learn the accelerator pedal released position. Refer to
EC-681, "Description"
.
Throttle valve closed position
learning ECM can learn the throttle valve closed position. Refer to
EC-682, "Description"
.
Idle air volume learning ECM can learn the idle air volume. Refer to EC-683, "Description"
.
Mixture ratio self -learning value
clear Mixture ratio self-learning value can be erased. Refer to
EC-685, "Description"
.
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)EC-599
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This function allows to read if ECM has completed
the self-diagnoses of major emission control systems and
components. For SRT, refer to EC-596, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : System Readiness Test (SRT) Code"
.
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait 20 seconds.
2. SRT status is indicated as shown blow. • ECM continues to illuminate MIL if all SRT codes are set.
• ECM blinks MIL for about 10 seconds if all SRT codes are not set.
MALFUNCTION WARNING MODE
Description
In this function ECM turns on or blinks MIL when it detects a malfunction in the emission control system com-
ponents and/or the powertrain control components (which affe ct vehicle emissions) to inform the driver that a
malfunction has been detected.
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check that MIL illuminates. If it remains OFF, check MIL circuit. Refer to EC-973, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
3. Start engine and let it idle. • For two trip detection logic diagnoses, ECM turns on MIL when it detects the same malfunction twice in
the two consecutive driving cycles.
• For 1st trip detection logic diagnoses, ECM turns on MIL when it detects a malfunction in one driving
cycle.
• ECM blinks MIL when it detects a malfunction t hat may damage the three way catalyst (misfire).
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS MODE
Description
This function allows to indicate DTCs or 1st trip DTCs stored in ECM according to the number of times MIL is
blinking.
How to Set Self-diagnostic Results Mode
NOTE:
• It is better to count the time accurately with a clock.
• It is impossible to switch the diagnostic mode when an accelerator pedal position sensor circuit has a mal- function.
• After ignition switch is turned off, ECM is a lways released from the “self-diagnostic results” mode.
1. Confirm that accelerator pedal is fully releas ed, turn ignition switch ON and wait 3 seconds.
2. Repeat the following procedure quick ly five times within 5 seconds.
• Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
• Fully release the accelerator pedal.
JMBIA1515GB
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EC-610
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*: This function is not necessary in the usual service procedure.
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Test Item
WORK ITEM CONDITION USAGE
IDLE AIR VOL LEARN The idle air volume that keeps the engine within the specified range is memorized in ecm. When learning the idle air volume
EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE Close the EVAP canister vent control valve in order to make
EVAP system close under the following conditions.
• Ignition switch ON
• Engine not running
• Ambient temperature is above 0 °C (32 °F).
• No vacuum and no high pressure in EVAP system
• Fuel tank temperature is more than 0 °C (32 °F).
• Within 10 minutes after starting “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE”
• When trying to execute “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE” under
the condition except above, CONSULT will discontinue it
and display appropriate instruction.
NOTE:
When starting engine, CONSULT may display “BAT-
TERY VOLTAGE IS LOW. CHARGE BATTERY”, even in
using charged battery. When detecting EVAP vapor leak-
age in the EVAP system
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE Fuel pu mp will stop by touching “START” during idling.
crank a few times after engine stalls. When releasing fuel pressure from
fuel line
SELF-LEARNING CONT The coefficient of self-learning control mixture ratio returns to the original coefficient. When clearing mixture ratio self-
learning value
TARGET IGN TIM ADJ* Idle condition When adjusting target ignition tim- ing
TARGET IDLE RPM ADJ* Idle condition When setting target idle speed
VIN REGISTRATION In this mode, VIN is registered in ECM When registering VIN in ECM
CLSD THL POS LEARN Ignition on and engine stopped. When learning the throttle valve
closed position
SAVING DATA FOR REPLC CPU In this mode, save data that is in ECM. When ECM replaced.
WRITING DATA FOR REPLC CPU In this mode, write data stored by “SAVING DATA FOR RE-
PLC CPU” in work support mode to ECM. When ECM replaced.
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
FUEL INJEC-
TION • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change the amount of fuel injec- tion using CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Fuel injector
• Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
ENG COOLANT
TEMP • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change the engine coolant tem- perature using CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor
• Fuel injector
PURG VOL
CONT/V • Engine: After warming up, run en-
gine at 1,500 rpm.
• Change the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT. Engine speed changes according to
the opening percent. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
FUEL/T TEMP
SEN • Change the fuel tank temperature using CONSULT.
ALTERNATOR
DUTY •Engine: Idle
• Change duty ratio using CON-
SULT. Battery voltage changes.
• Harness and connectors
• IPDM E/R
•Alternator
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)EC-611
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*: Leaving cooling fan OFF with CONSULT while engine is running may cause the engine to overheat.
DTC WORK SUPPORT MODE
Test Item
FUEL PUMP RE-
LAY • Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)
• Turn the fuel pump relay “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and
listen to operating sound. Fuel pump relay makes the operat-
ing sound. • Harness and connectors
• Fuel pump relay
VIAS S/V-1 • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and listen
to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes the operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
ENGINE
MOUNTING • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn electronic controlled engine mount “IDLE” and “TRVL” with
CONSULT. Electronic controlled engine mount
makes the operating sound. • Harness and connectors
• Electronic controlled engine mount
VIAS S/V-2 • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and listen
to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes the operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
IGNITION TIM-
ING • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Timing light: Set
• Retard the ignition timing using
CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. Perform Idle Air Volume Learning.
POWER BAL-
ANCE • Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine.
• A/C switch OFF
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Cut off each injector signal one at a time using CONSULT. Engine runs rough or stops. • Harness and connectors
• Compression
• Fuel injector
• Power transistor
•Spark plug
• Ignition coil
VENT CON-
TROL/V • Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” with the CONSULT and lis-
ten to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
V/T ASSIGN AN-
GLE • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change intake valve timing using
CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Intake valve timing control sole- noid valve
COOLING FAN* • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn the cooling fan “HI”, “MID”, “LOW” and “OFF” using CON-
SULT. Cooling fan moves and stops.
• Harness and connectors
• Cooling fan motor
•IPDM E/R
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
Test mode Test item Corresponding DTC No. Reference page
A/F SEN1 A/F SEN1(B1) P1276 P0130
EC-753
A/F SEN1(B2) P1286 P0150EC-753
EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMPURG FLOW P0441 P0441
EC-828PURG VOL CN/V P1444 P0443EC-833
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOWEC-671
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1.GET INFORMATION FOR SYMPTOM
1. Get the detailed information from the custom er about the symptom (the condition and the environment
when the incident/malfunction occurred) using the “Diagnostic Work Sheet”. (Refer to EC-673, "Diagnostic
Work Sheet".)
2. Ask if the customer requests I/M examination.
Malfunction information, obtained>>GO TO 2.
No Malfunction information, but a request for I/M examination>>GO TO 13.
2.CHECK DTC
1. Check DTC of “All DTC Reading”.
2. Perform the following procedure if DTC is displayed.
- Record DTC and freeze frame data. (Pri nt them out with CONSULT or GST.)
- Erase only DTC of “ENGINE”.
With CONSULT: Refer to “How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-601, "CONSULT Function"
.
Without CONSULT: Refer to “How to Erase Self-diagnostic Results” in EC-598, "On Board Diagnosis
Function".
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Study the relationship between the cause detected by DTC and the symptom described by the customer.
(Symptom Table is useful. Refer to EC-987, "Symptom Table"
.)
3. Check related service bulletins for information.
Are any symptoms described and any DTCs detected?
Symptom is described, DTC is detected>>GO TO 3.
Symptom is described, DTC is not detected>>GO TO 4.
Symptom is not described, DTC is detected>>GO TO 5.
3.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer (except MIL ON).
Also study the normal operation and fail-safe related to the symptom. Refer to EC-991, "Description"
and EC-
627, "Fail-safe".
Diagnosis Work Sheet is useful to verify the incident.
Verify relation between the symptom and t he condition when the symptom is detected.
>> GO TO 5.
4.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer.
Also study the normal operation and fail-safe related to the symptom. Refer to EC-991, "Description"
and EC-
627, "Fail-safe".
Diagnosis Work Sheet is useful to verify the incident.
Verify relation between the symptom and t he condition when the symptom is detected.
>> GO TO 6.
5.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
Perform DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE for the di splayed DTC, and then make sure that DTC is
detected again.
If two or more DTCs are detected, refer to EC-629, "DTC Inspection Priority Chart"
and determine trouble
diagnosis order.
NOTE:
• Freeze frame data is useful if the DTC is not detected.
*1: Include 1st trip DTC.
*2: Include 1st trip freeze frame data.
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EC-672
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
• Perform Component Function Check if DTC CONFIR
MATION PROCEDURE is not included on Service
Manual. This simplified check procedure is an effect ive alternative though DTC cannot be detected during
this check.
If the result of Component Function Check is NG, it is the same as the detection of DTC by DTC CONFIR-
MATION PROCEDURE.
Is DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Check according to GI-43, "Intermittent Incident"
.
6.PERFORM BASIC INSPECTION
Perform EC-675, "Work Procedure"
.
Do you have CONSULT?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> GO TO 9.
7.PERFORM SPEC IN DATA MONITOR MODE
With CONSULT
Make sure that “MAS A/F SE-B1” , “MAS A/F SE-B2”, “B/FUEL SCHDL”, “A/F ALPHA-B1” and “A/F ALPHA-
B2” are within the SP value using CONSULT “SPEC” in “DATA MONITOR” mode of “ENGINE”. Refer to EC-
701, "Component Function Check".
Is the measurement value within the SP value?
YES >> GO TO 9.
NO >> GO TO 8.
8.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART BY TROUBL E DIAGNOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE
Detect malfunctioning part according to EC-702, "Diagnosis Procedure"
.
Is a malfunctioning part detected?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> GO TO 9.
9.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING SYST EM BY SYMPTOM TABLE
Detect malfunctioning system according to EC-987, "Symptom Table"
based on the confirmed symptom in
step 4, and determine the trouble diagnosis order based on possible causes and symptoms.
>> GO TO 10.
10.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PA RT BY DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
Inspect according to Diagnos is Procedure of the system.
NOTE:
The Diagnosis Procedure in EC section described based on open circuit inspection. A short circuit inspection
is also required for the circuit check in the Diagnosis Procedure. For details, refer to GI-46, "Circuit Inspec-
tion".
Is a malfunctioning part detected?
YES >> GO TO 11.
NO >> Monitor input data from related sensors or check voltage of related ECM terminals using CON-
SULT. Refer to EC-613, "Reference Value"
.
11 .REPAIR OR REPLACE THE MALFUNCTIONING PART
1. Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
2. Reconnect parts or connectors disconnected during Diagnosis Procedure again after repair and replace-
ment.
3. Check DTC. If DTC is displayed, erase it.
With CONSULT: Refer to “How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-601, "CONSULT Function"
.
Without CONSULT: Refer to “How to Erase Self-diagnostic Results” in EC-598, "On Board Diagnosis
Function".
>> GO TO 12.
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOWEC-673
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12.FINAL CHECK
When DTC was detected in step 2, perform DTC CO NFIRMATION PROCEDURE or Component Function
Check again, and then make sure that the malfunction have been completely repaired.
When symptom was described from the customer, refer to confirmed symptom in step 3 or 4, and make sure
that the symptom is not detected.
Is DTC detected and does symptom remain?
YES-1 >> DTC is detected: GO TO 10.
YES-2 >> Symptom remains: GO TO 6.
NO-1 >> No request for I/M examination from the custom er: Before returning the vehicle to the customer,
always erase unnecessary DTC in ECM and TCM ( With CONSULT: Refer to “How to Read
DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-601, "CONSULT Function"
, Without CONSULT: Refer to “How to
Read Self-diagnostic Results” in EC-598, "On Board Diagnosis Function"
).
NO-2 >> I/M examination, requested from the customer: GO TO 13.
13.PREPARE FOR I/M EXAMINATION
1. Set SRT codes. Refer to EC-689, "Description"
.
2. Erase permanent DTCs. Refer to EC-695, "Description"
.
>> INSPECTION END.
Diagnostic Work SheetINFOID:0000000009462549
DESCRIPTION
There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction of
engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make trou-
bleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about symptoms. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a cus-
tomer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the WORKSHEET SAMPLE
below in order to organize all the information for troubleshooting.
Some conditions may cause the MIL to illuminate or blink, and DTC
to be detected. Examples:
• Vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the engine to misfire.
• Fuel filler cap was left off or incorrectly screwed on, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
SEF907L
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BASIC INSPECTIONEC-675
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BASIC INSPECTION
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000009462550
1.INSPECTION START
1. Check service records for any recent repairs that may indicate a related malfunction, or a current need for scheduled maintenance.
2. Open engine hood and check the following:
- Harness connectors for improper connections
- Wiring harness for improper connections, pinches and cut
- Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and improper connections
- Hoses and ducts for leakage
- Air cleaner clogging
- Gasket
3. Check that electrical or mechanical loads are not applied.
- Head lamp switch is OFF.
- Air conditioner switch is OFF.
- Rear window defogger switch is OFF.
- Steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
4. Start engine and warm it up until engine coolant temperature indicator points to the middle of gauge.
Check that engine stays below 1,000 rpm.
5. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 min- utes under no load.
6. Check that no DTC is displayed with CONSULT or GST.
Are any DTCs detected?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2.REPAIR OR REPLACE
Repair or replace components as necessary according to corresponding Diagnostic Procedure.
>> GO TO 3
3.CHECK TARGET IDLE SPEED
1. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 minutes under no load.
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