DTC U1206: Flag invalid: Diagnosis

Required Special Tools: 

• MB991958: Scan Tool (M.U.T.-III Sub Assembly)
  • MB991824: V.C.I.
  • MB991827: M.U.T.-III USB Cable
  • MB991910: M.U.T.-III Main Harness A

1. STEP 1. Using scan tool MB991958, diagnose the CAN bus line. 

   Use scan tool MB991958 to diagnose the CAN bus lines.

   CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (MB991958), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (MB991958).
   1. Connect scan tool MB991958 to the data link connector.
   2. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   3. Diagnose the CAN bus line.
   4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the check result satisfactory? 

   YES:  Go to Step  2.

   NO:  Repair the CAN bus lines (Refer to CAN BUS DIAGNOSTIC CHART ).

   Fig 1: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector

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2. STEP 2. Using scan tool MB991958, read the ETACS-ECU diagnostic trouble code. 

   Check that the ETACS-ECU sets a diagnostic trouble code.

   1. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   2. Read the diagnostic trouble code.
   3. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the DTC set? 

   YES:  Diagnose the SWS system by referring to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .

   NO:  Go to Step  3.

   Fig 2: Connecting Special Tool MB991910 To Data Link Connector

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3. STEP 3. check for diagnostic trouble code. 

   When the ETACS-ECU is replaced, register the encrypted code. Refer to ENCRYPTED CODE REGISTRATION CRITERIA TABLE  , and then check that the diagnostic trouble code is not reset.

   1. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   2. Erase the diagnostic trouble code.
   3. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
   4. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   5. Check if the diagnostic trouble code is set.
   6. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the check result satisfactory? 

   YES:  The procedure is complete.

   NO:  Replace the combination meter.

   Fig 3: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector

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