Diagnosis System

• When troubleshooting OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics) vehicles, the Techstream (complying with SAE J1987) must be connected to the DLC3 (Data Link Connector 3) of the vehicle. Various data in the vehicle's ECM (Engine Control Module) can then be read.

• OBD II regulations require that the vehicle's on-board computer illuminate the MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) on the instrument panel when the computer detects a malfunction in:
  Fig 1: Identifying Malfunction Indicator Lamp

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  1. The emission control system components.
  2. The powertrain control components which affect vehicle emissions.
  3. The computer itself.

• In addition, the applicable DTCs prescribed by SAE J2012 are stored in the ECM memory. If the malfunction does not recur in 3 consecutive trips, the MIL turns off automatically but the DTCs remain stored in the ECM memory.

• To check the DTCs, connect the Techstream to the DLC3. The Techstream displays DTCs, freeze frame data, and a variety of engine data. The DTCs and freeze frame data can be cleared with the Techstream. In order to enhance OBD function on vehicles and develop the Off-Board diagnosis system, Controller Area Network (CAN) communication is used in this system. CAN is a network which uses a pair of data transmission lines spanning multiple ECUs and sensors. It allows for high speed communications between the systems and simplification of the wire harness connections.

The diagnosis system operates in normal mode during normal vehicle use. In normal mode, 2 trip detection logic is used to ensure accurate detection of malfunctions. Check mode is also available as an option for technicians. In check mode, 1 trip detection logic is used to increase the system's ability to detect malfunctions, including intermittent problems, when simulating malfunction symptoms (Techstream only).

• When a malfunction is first detected, a DTC is temporarily stored in the ECM memory (1st trip). If the same malfunction is detected during the next subsequent drive cycle, the MIL is illuminated (2nd trip).

Check the DLC3. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION .

Standard voltage

11 to 14 V

• If voltage is below 11 V, replace or recharge the battery before proceeding.

1. The MIL is illuminated when the engine switch is first turned on (IG) (the engine is not running).
2. The MIL should turn off when the engine is started. If the MIL remains illuminated, the diagnosis system has detected a malfunction or abnormality in the system.

   HINT: 

   If the MIL is not illuminated when the engine switch is first turned on (IG), check the MIL circuit. Refer to MIL Circuit .

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• With "All Readiness", you can check whether or not the DTC judgment has been completed by using the Techstream.
• Check "All Readiness" after simulating malfunction symptoms or for validation after finishing repairs.

1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
2. Turn the engine switch on (IG).
3. Turn the Techstream on.
4. Clear the DTCs.
5. Turn the engine switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
6. Turn the engine switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream on.
7. Perform the DTC judgment driving pattern to run the DTC judgment.
8. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
9. Input the DTCs to be confirmed.
10. Check the DTC judgment result.
    TECHSTREAM
    
    

    Techstream Display	Description
    NORMAL	DTC judgment completed System normal
    ABNORMAL	DTC judgment completed System abnormal
    INCOMPLETE	DTC judgment not completed Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions
    UNKNOWN	Unable to perform DTC judgment Number of DTCs which do not fulfill DTC preconditions has reached ECU memory limit