INSPECTION PROCEDURE 6: Speedometer does not work (other meters work), INSPECTION PROCEDURE 7: The fuel gauge needle moves excessively: 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. 
   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 MFI diagnostic trouble code. 

   Check if an MFI system diagnostic trouble code is set.

   1. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   2. Diagnose the CAN bus line.
   3. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the DTC set? 

   YES:  Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART for 2.4L or DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART for 3.8L.

   NO:  Go to Step  3.

   Fig 2: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector

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3. STEP 3. Using scan tool MB991958, check data list. 
   1. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
   2. Set scan tool MB991958 to the data reading mode.
      • Item 54: Speedometer (Input)
        • Speedometer and M.U.T.-III displayed values agree with each other.
   3. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the measured voltage equal to battery positive voltage? 

   YES:  It can be assumed that this malfunction is intermittent. Refer to "How to Use Troubleshooting/inspection Service Points - HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTIONS " .

   NO:  Go to Step  4.

   Fig 3: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector

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4. STEP 4. Using scan tool MB991958, check actuator test. 

   Use scan tool MB991958 to enter simulated vehicle speed.

   1. Turn the ignition switch to "ON" position.
   2. Select "Interactive Diagnosis" from the start-up screen.
   3. Select "System Select."
   4. Choose "Meter" from the "BODY" tab.
   5. Select "Simulated vehicle Speed Output."

      OK: The speedometer shows the simulated vehicle speed. 

   6. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

   Q: Is the check result satisfactory? 

   YES:  Go to Step  5.

   NO:  Replace the combination meter.

   Fig 4: Connecting Scan Tool To Data Link Connector

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5. STEP 5. Retest the system. 

   Check that the speedometer works normally.

   Q: Is the check result satisfactory? 

   YES:  The procedure is complete. (If no malfunctions are found in all steps, an intermittent malfunction is suspected. Refer to "How to Use Troubleshooting/inspection Service Points - HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTIONS " ).

   NO:  Replace the combination meter.