Without Scan Tool
Emissions Related DTCS
Conditions for Clearing the MIL/DTC - Type A or Type B
- The control module turns OFF the MIL after 3 consecutive ignition cycles that the diagnostic runs and does not fail.
- A current DTC Last Test Failed clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
- Use a scan tool in order to clear the MIL and the DTC.
Non-Emissions Related DTCS
Conditions for Clearing the DTC - Type C
- A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and passes.
- Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTC.
Conditions for Clearing the DTC - Type X
This DTC is available in the PCM software, but has been disabled, or turned OFF. In this case, the diagnostic does not run, the DTCs are stored, and the MIL does not illuminate. Type X DTCs are used primarily for export vehicles that do not require MIL illumination or DTC storing.