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How to Proceed With Troubleshooting






LIGHTING (EXT): LIGHTING SYSTEM: HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING; 2013 MY FR-S [03/2012 -]

HINT
* Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the lighting system.
* *: Use the Techstream.

1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP

NEXT -- Continue to next step.

2. CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK AND SYMPTOM CHECK

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3. INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE

(a) Measure the battery voltage with the ignition switch off.

Standard Voltage:

11 to 14 V

If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding to the next step.

NEXT -- Continue to next step.

4. CHECK FOR DTC*

(a) Check for DTCs Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes.

Result:





B -- Go to step 7
A -- Continue to next step.

5. PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE

(a) Refer to Problem Symptoms Table Exterior Lighting System.

Result:





B -- Go to step 7
A -- Continue to next step.

6. OVERALL ANALYSIS AND TROUBLESHOOTING*

(a) Data List / Active Test Exterior Lighting System

(b) Terminals of ECU Exterior Lighting System

NEXT -- Continue to next step.

7. ADJUST, REPAIR OR REPLACE

NEXT -- Continue to next step.

8. CONFIRMATION TEST

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