Monitor DTC Status

NOTE: If any MAPS or ETC codes are present, do ALL REPAIRS associated with them before proceeding with these troubleshooting steps.

Connect scantool and select "DTC Analysis" mode
Select "DTC Status" on the menu bar to see DTC's information.
Confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "COMPLETED". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data, or drive the vehicle within the "Enable Conditions" shown in DTC DETECTING CONDITION CHART.
Read "DTC Status" parameter.

Fig 1: Scantool Screen Display - DTC Status Parameter
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Is parameter displayed "History (Not Present) fault"?
NOTE:
- History (Not Present) fault: DTC occurred but has been cleared.
- Present fault: DTC is occurring at present time.
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 then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
NO
- Go to next Inspection procedure