How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
METER: METER / GAUGE SYSTEM: HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
HINT
* Use these procedures to troubleshoot the meter / gauge system.
* *: Use the Techstream.
1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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2. INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding.
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3. CHECK FOR DTC*
(a) Check for DTCs and note any codes that are output Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(b) Delete the DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.
(c) Recheck for DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes. Based on the DTCs output above, try to force output of the same CAN communication system DTC or meter / gauge system DTC by simulating the symptoms indicated by the DTC.
B -- Go to CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM CAN Communication System
C -- Go to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART Meter / Gauge System
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4. PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
(a) Refer to the problem symptoms table Problem Symptoms Table.
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5. OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING*
(a) Terminals of ECU Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
(b) Data List / Active Test Scan Tool Testing and Procedures
(c) Operation check Operation Check
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6. REPAIR OR REPLACE
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7. CONFIRMATION TEST
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