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DTC Confirmation Test

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With CONSULT-II

  1. Start engine. Read VHCL SPEED SE in DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II. VHCL SPEED SE should be able to exceed 6 MPH when drive wheels are rotating at 6 MPH or more. If operation is as specified, go to next step. If operation is not as specified, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE  .
  2. Select DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Maintain the following conditions for at least 10 consecutive seconds.
    • ENG SPEED: 1800-3400 RPM (on A/T models) or 2200-4100 RPM (on M/T models).
    • COOLAN TEMP/S: more than 158°F (70°C).
    • B/FUEL SCHDL: 4.8-10.5 msec (on A/T models) or 4.8-10.7 msec (on M/T models).
    • PW/ST SIGNAL: OFF.
  3. If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE  . If 1st trip DTC is not detected, system is okay at this time.
NOTE: Use the following test to check overall function of VSS circuit. During this test, 1st trip DTC may not be confirmed.

With Generic Scan Tool

  1. Raise drive wheels. Start engine. Select MODE 1 with scan tool. VSS reading on scan tool should be able to exceed 6 MPH when drive wheels are rotating. If operation is not as specified, go to DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE  . If operation is as specified, system is okay at this time.
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