Engine Running Diagnostic Mode
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Activation
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NOTE: The engine will run when the vehicle is in SPORT or EXCITE mode.
Turn the ignition to RUN and switch the vehicle to SPORT or EXCITE mode. REFER to the owner guide.
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NOTE: This procedure requires timely action from the user. Read and review all the steps in this procedure before attempting to activate Engine Running Diagnostic Mode. Failure to perform each step within the calibrated time range will abort the mode without notice requiring the user to restart the sequence. - Apply the parking brake.
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- Clear all DTC's
- For PHEV be sure the HVB is above 25% charge.
- Be sure the 12 volt battery is above 11 volts.
- Power down the modules. Switch the ignition OFF and open and close the driver door. Allow
2 minutes for all modules to power down. During the 2 minutes, do not use any module controlled features like power locks, windows or the radio. Failure to allow the vehicle to power down will prevent the vehicle from entering Engine Running Diagnostic Mode.
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NOTE: Do not press the brake pedal.
Switch the ignition ON. The ignition should be on, the vehicle should not be Ready To Run.
- Within 5 seconds - Fully apply the brake pedal and accelerator pedal together for 8-12 seconds.
- Within 5 seconds - Release accelerator pedal, while keeping foot on the brake then engage Ignition Start Mode (Ignition ON, Ready To Run)
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NOTE: The engine will run at 4, 000 RPM.NOTE: If the green READY indicator does not turn off after 10 seconds and start flashing, switch the ignition to the off position, open and close the driver door, wait 2 minutes and repeat the procedure.
While holding the brake, fully press the accelerator pedal for 8-12 seconds or until the green READY indicator turns off and starts flashing at a slow to moderate cycle. This indicates that the vehicle is in the engine running diagnostic mode.
- Release the brake and accelerator pedals. When this sequence is completed successfully, the vehicle enters the engine running diagnostic mode and the engine remains running continuously.