Monitor DTC Status

NOTE: If any codes relating to injectors, HO2S, ECT (Engine Coolant Temperature) Sensor, Throttle Position sensor or Mass Air Flow Sensor are stored, do ALL REPAIRS associated with those codes before proceeding with this troubleshooting tree.

Connect GDS and select "DTC Analysis" mode
Click "DTC Status" on the menu bar to see "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)'s" information.
Confirm that "DTC Readiness Flag" indicates "COMPLETED". If not, drive the vehicle within conditions noted in the freeze frame data or enable conditions.
Read "DTC Status" parameter.

Fig 1: DTC Status Screen
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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/ECM's connector or was repaired and PCM/ECM 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 step as indicated below