Entering the self-diagnostic function

Before entering the self-diagnostic function, check the No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box and the No. 10 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.

1. Press and hold the TRIP/RESET button.
2. Turn the headlights ON.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
4. Within 5 sec, turn the headlights OFF, then ON and OFF again.
5. Within the next 5 sec, release the TRIP/RESET button, then press and release the button three times.
   NOTE:

   • While in the self-diagnostic function, the dash lights brightness controller does not operate.
   • While in the self-diagnostic function, the TRIP/RESET button is used to start the Beeper Drive Circuit Test and the Gauge Drive Circuit Check.
   • If the vehicle speed exceeds 1.2 mph (2 km/h) or the ignition switch is turned OFF, the self-diagnostic function ends.
     Fig 1: Identifying Gauge Blinking Pattern

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