How to Retrieve DTCs

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NOTE: Make sure the battery is fully charged before you begin.

Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector (DLC)
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SRS unit. If it does not communicate, inspect the power line of SRS unit, fuses, and ground, and if there is not any abnormality found, then troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
Use the HDS to check for DTCs.
Read and record the DTC.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), then wait for 10 seconds.
Disconnect the HDS from the DLC.
Do the troubleshooting procedure for the DTC.