Checking diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs)

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch ON Position

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• Ignition on
• Wait approximately 60 seconds
• Read off the status of the diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
  Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool

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Is the status of the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) permanent? 

• YES 

  Refer to Checking wiring and terminals 

• NO 

  Refer to Intermittent fault