Inspection Procedure 5: The Speedometer Does Not Work (The Other Meters Work): Diagnosis

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STEP 1. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the combination meter diagnostic trouble code
Check if DTC is stored in the combination meter.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III). Refer to "HOW TO CONNECT THE SCAN TOOL (M.U.T.-III) ."
2. Turn the ignition switch from "LOCK" (OFF) position to "ON" position.
3. Check if DTC is stored.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the DTC stored?
1. YES: Go to Step 2.
2. NO: Repair the CAN bus line (Refer to DIAGNOSIS ). On completion, go to Step 7.
STEP 2. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the combination meter diagnostic trouble code
Check if DTC is stored in the combination meter.

Q: Is the DTC stored?
1. YES: Diagnose combination meter. Refer to COMBINATION METERS DIAGNOSTIC . After diagnosing the combination meter, go to Step 7.
2. NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the ASC diagnostic trouble code.
Check if DTC is stored in the ASC.

Q: Is the DTC stored?
1. YES: Troubleshoot the ASC. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART .
2. NO: Go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), check data list
Check the vehicle speed signal data list of ASC system.

Item No.88: Vehicle speed (Refer to DATA LIST REFERENCE TABLE .)

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 5.
2. NO: Diagnose ASC system. (Refer to TROUBLE SYMPTOM CHART .) After diagnosing the ASC system.
STEP 5. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), check actuator test.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
2. Conduct the actuator test of the combination meter.
  - Item 1: Speedometer
    - The speedometer operates up to the set position.
3. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is the check result normally?
1. YES: Go to Step 6.
2. NO: Replace combination meter, then go to Step 7.
STEP 6. Check by scan tool (M.U.T.-III) "Special Function"
- Item 4: Pointer (Refer to SPECIAL FUNCTION TABLE ).
Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: Go to Step 7.
2. NO: Replace the combination meter, and then go to Step 7.
STEP 7. Retest the system.
Check that the speedometer works normally.

Q: Is the check result normal?
1. YES: The procedure is complete. (If no malfunctions are found in all steps, an intermittent malfunction is suspected. Refer to /HOW TO COPE WITH INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION ).
2. NO: Go to Step 1.