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On-Demand Self-Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1999 Mazda B4000, 1999 Mazda B3000, and 1999 Mazda B2500. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: If instructed to perform on-demand self-test from a specified test procedure, ensure ignition is in proper position as listed in test procedure or the test will fail. On-demand self-test may be used to verify operation of a selected module.
  1. Connect New Generation Star (NGS) tester to Data Link Connector (DLC) and perform proper hookup procedure. See EQUIPMENT HOOKUP .
  2. Turn ignition switch to ON position, unless otherwise instructed by specified test procedure. Rotate dial on NGS tester to select DIAGNOSTIC DATA LINK menu and press trigger.
  3. Rotate dial on NGS tester to highlight the desired module to be tested and press trigger. Ensure DIAGNOSTIC TEST MODES is highlighted and press trigger.
  4. Rotate dial on NGS tester to highlight ON-DEMAND SELF-TEST and press trigger. Press button No. 7 to initiate procedure. Prepare vehicle for entry condition as specified for each module. Press trigger. Record any Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) that are displayed.