NORMAL Mode Diagnostic Trouble Code Retrieval
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Connect Toyota hand-held tester or scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC3) at driver's side of instrument panel. See Figure. Turn ignition on with engine off. Turn hand-held tester or scan tool on. Using hand-held tester or scan tool manufacturer's instructions, check for DTCs and freeze frame data.
- If hand-held tester or scan tool does not display UNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLE, go to next step. If hand-held tester or scan tool displays UNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLE, check DLC3. See DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC3) INSPECTION under SCAN TOOL PROBLEMS.
- Record any DTCs and freeze frame data displayed for system diagnosis. If driveability problem exists and no DTCs are present, go to TROUBLESHOOTING - NO CODES article for diagnosis by symptom.
- If any DTCs exist, perform appropriate DTC test under DIAGNOSTIC TESTS . For DTC descriptions, see DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS under DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE DEFINITIONS. For more information on freeze frame data, see FREEZE FRAME DATA . For information on two-trip detection logic DTCs, see TWO-TRIP DETECTION LOGIC .
- After repairs for DTC have been completed, DTC must be cleared from ECM. See CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES . Road test vehicle to ensure all symptoms and/or complaints have been repaired.