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Check For Intermittent Problems

  1. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS 

    HINT: 

    For use of the Techstream only:

    Inspect the vehicle's ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal mode (default), which uses 2 trip detection logic.

    1. Clear the DTCs. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR .
    2. Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode using the Techstream. Refer to CHECK MODE PROCEDURE .
    3. Perform a simulation test. Refer to ELECTRONIC CIRCUIT INSPECTION PROCEDURE and HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING .
    4. Check and wiggle the harness(es), connector(s) and terminal(s). Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING .