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Confirmation Driving Pattern

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Fig 1: Identifying Confirmation Driving Pattern
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  1. Stop the engine and allow it to soak.
  2. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
  3. Turn the power switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on [A].
  4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Primary / Coolant Temp and Intake Air.
  5. Check that "Coolant Temp" is 56°C (133°F) or less and "Intake Air" is between 0 and 35°C (32 and 95°F).
  6. Set the heater to MAX HOT with fresh air mode selected and turn the A/C off.
  7. Start the engine and drive the vehicle at 80 km/h (50 mph) for 15 minutes [B].
    WARNING:

    When performing the confirmation driving pattern, obey all speed limits and traffic laws.

  8. After "Coolant Temp" stabilizes, check that "Coolant Temp" is 75°C (167°F) or higher [C].

    HINT: 

    If "Coolant Temp" is less than 75°C (167°F) while driving the vehicle at 80 km/h (50 mph), inspect the cooling system and thermostat.