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Simulation Function Procedure

  1. Connect the M-MDS or equivalent to the DLC-2.
    Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector (DLC-2)
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  2. After the vehicle is identified, from the initial screen select the following items:
    • When using the IDS (laptop PC) 
      1. Select the "Tool Box" tab
      2. Select "DataLogger"
      3. Select "Modules"
      4. Select "PCM"
    • When using the PDS (Pocket PC) 
      1. Select "Modules tests"
      2. Select "PCM"
      3. Select "DataLogger"
  3. Select the Simulation Items from the PID table.
  4. Perform the simulation function, inspect the operation for each parts.
    • If there is no operation sound from the relay, motor, and solenoid after the simulation function is performed, it is possible there is a short or open circuit in the wiring harness, relay, motor or solenoid, or sticking and operation malfunction.