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DTC Reading Procedure

  1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.
    Fig 1: Identifying DLC-2 Location
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  2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS.
    1. Select "Self Test".
    2. Select "Modules".
    3. Select "PCM".
  3. Then, select the "Retrieve CMDTCs" and perform procedures according to directions on the IDS screen.
  4. Verify the DTC according to the directions on the IDS screen.
    • If any DTCs are displayed, perform troubleshooting according to the corresponding DTC inspection.
  5. After completion of repairs, clear all DTCs stored in the PCM, while referring to "AFTER REPAIR PROCEDURE".