DTC C1396: Engine Torque Intervention Refusal: Diagnosis

Required Special Tools: 

• MB991958: Scan Tool (MUT-III Sub Assembly)
  • MB991824: V.C.I.
  • MB991827: MUT-III USB Cable
  • MB991910: MUT-III Main Harness A

1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Check for MFI system diagnostic trouble code. (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
   5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

   Q: Is any DTC set? 

   1. YES :  Repair the MFI control system. (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ). Then go to  Step 4.
   2. NO :  Go to Step 2.
      Fig 1: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

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2. STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line. 
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Diagnose the CAN bus line. (Refer to HOW TO DIAGNOSE THE CAN BUS LINE ).
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
   5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

   Q: Is any DTC set? 

   1. YES :  Repair the CAN bus line. (Refer to DIAGNOSIS ). Then go to  Step 4.
   2. NO :  Go to Step 3.
      Fig 2: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

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3. STEP 3. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Use scan tool MB991958 to read the TCL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. (Refer to HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
   5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

   Q: Is DTC C1396 set? 

   1. YES :  Replace the hydraulic unit (integrated with ABS/TCL-ECU). (Refer to HYDRAULIC UNIT ). Then Go to Step 4.
   2. NO :  It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. (Refer to How to Use Troubleshooting/Inspection Service Points - HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
      Fig 3: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

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4. STEP 4. Using scan tool MB991958, read the diagnostic trouble code. 
   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool MB991958, always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool MB991958.
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector. (Refer to HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (MUT-III) ).
   2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   3. Use scan tool MB991958 to read the TCL DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES. (Refer to HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ).
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
   5. Disconnect scan tool MB991958.

   Q: Is DTC C1396 set? 

   1. YES :  Return to  Step 1.
   2. NO :  The procedure is complete.
      Fig 4: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

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