CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
HINT:
Inspect the vehicle ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal mode (default), which uses 2 trip detection logic.
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System Diagram
How To Proceed With TroubleshootingOn-vehicle Inspection
ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. CONNECT TECHSTREAM
(a) Warm up the engine.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to off.
(c) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(d) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(e) Turn the Techstream on.
(f) Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Active Test.
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Acceleration Sensor Malfunction (C1420)
DESCRIPTION
Refer to DTCs C1419 and C1435 (See page ).
DTC Code
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
C1420
After the difference between GL1 and GL2 becomes 0.6 G or more with the
vehicle stationary, the difference remains 0.4 G or m ...
Monitor Drive Pattern
MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN
1. TEST MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN FOR ECT
CAUTION:
Perform this drive pattern on a level surface and strictly observe the posted
speed limits and traffic laws while driving.
HINT:
Performing this drive pattern is one method to simulate the ECM (ECT) malfunction
detection c ...