Retrieve/Clear Continuous Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)

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Retrieve/clear continuous DTCs is a functional test of the PCM. DTCs can be retrieved or cleared with the key on and the engine off or running. Unlike the KOEO and KOER self-tests, which can only be activated on demand, the continuous monitor is always active in monitoring the system. When a fault is detected, a DTC is stored in memory to be retrieved at a later date, making it possible to diagnose intermittent faults. A P1000 DTC may be the only DTC displayed, indicating an incomplete on-board diagnostic (OBD) drive cycle (more drive time needed). The fuel injection control module (FICM) continuously monitors the injector circuits for a fault. The FICM sends failure information through the controller area network (CAN) and a PCM DTC is set.