Inspection Procedure 2: Accelerator Pedal Operation not Smooth (Over Acceleration): Diagnosis

STEP 1. Check if the accelerator pedal is installed correctly.
Q: Is the accelerator pedal installed correctly?

YES : Go to Step 2.

NO : Remove and reinstall the accelerator pedal (Refer to ACCELERATOR PEDAL ). Then go to Step 3.
STEP 2. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the MFI system diagnostic trouble code.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III) to the data link connector (Refer to MFI Diagnosis - DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
3. Check for MFI system diagnostic trouble code (Refer to Diagnostic Function - HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ) <2.4L Engine> or (Refer to Diagnostic Function - HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ) <3.0L Engine>.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Q: Is any DTC stored?

YES : Repair MFI system (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ) <2.4L Engine> or (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ) <3.0L Engine>. Then go to Step 3.

NO : Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Retest the system.
Q: Does the accelerator pedal work normally?

YES : The procedure is complete.

NO : Return to Step 1.