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Engine Control System (SFI): Precaution

  1. INITIALIZATION 
    NOTE:
    • When disconnecting the negative (-) battery cable, initialize the following system after the cable is reconnected.
      INITIALIZED SYSTEMS

      System See article
      Power Window Control System INITIALIZATION
      Sliding Roof System INITIALIZATION
    • Perform the RESET MEMORY (AT initialization) when replacing the automatic transaxle assy, engine assy or ECM (see  INITIALIZATION  ). 
    • Perform the REGISTRATION (VIN registration) when replacing the ECM (see  REGISTRATION  ). 

    HINT:

    Initialization can not be completed by only removing the battery.

  2. FOR USING HAND-HELD TESTER 
    CAUTION: Observe the following items for safety reasons:
    • Read its instruction books before using the tester. 
    • Prevent the tester cable from being caught on the pedals, shift lever and steering wheel when driving with the tester connected to the vehicle. 
    • When driving the vehicle for testing purposes using the tester, two persons are required. One is for driving the vehicle, and the other operates the tester. 
  3. EXPRESSIONS OF IGNITION SWITCH 

    The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications of the vehicle.

    The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

    SWITCH SPECIFICATIONS

    Expression/Switch Type Ignition Switch (position) Engine Switch (condition)
    Ignition Switch off LOCK Off
    Ignition Switch on (IG) ON On (IG)
    Ignition Switch on (ACC) ACC On (ACC)
    Engine Start START Start
  4. FOR USING BATTERY DURING INSPECTION 

    While using the battery during inspection, do not bring the positive and negative tester probes too close to each other as a short circuit may occur.