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Using Hand-Held Tester

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus RX 300 and 2002 Lexus RX 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Prepare the OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE J1978) or hand-held tester.
  2. Connect the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester to the DLC3 under the instrument panel lower pad.
  3. Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester switch ON.
  4. Use the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester to check the DTCs and freeze frame data; note them down. (For operating instructions, see the OBD II scan tool's instruction book).
  5. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE INDEX  table to confirm the details of the DTCs.