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DTC Information: DTC Detecting Condition

Item Detecting Condition Possible Cause
DTC Strategy Case 1
  • Engine speed is below the target while ISC torque is at the maximum during catalyst heating phase
  1. Intake system for blockage
Case 2
  • Engine speed is above the target while ISC torque is at the minimum during catalyst heating phase
Case 3
  • Fuel cut-off during stand-still, idle condition and catalyst heating phase
Enable Conditions
  • Vehicle speed = 0 mph
  • ECT at engine start > -10.5°C (13.1°F)
  • Intake air temperature > -10.5°C (13.1°F)
  • Accel. Pedal = 0%
  • BARO > 74.5 kPa
  • Catalyst heating = On (-10°C < ECT < 32°C)
Threshold value Case 1
  • Desired engine speed - Engine speed > 100 RPM
Case 2
  • Actual engine speed - Desired engine speed > 200 RPM
Case 3
  • Fuel cut-off > 3 times
Diagnostic Time
  • 8 sec.
MIL ON Condition
  • 2 Driving Cycle