Confirmation Driving Pattern
HINT:
Performing this confirmation pattern will activate the catalyst monitor. This is very useful for verifying the completion of a repair.
- Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the tester ON.
- Clear DTCs (where set) (See DTC CHECK/CLEAR ).
- Select the following menu items: DIAGNOSIS / CARB OBD II / READINESS TESTS.
- Check that CAT EVAL is INCMPL (incomplete).
- Start the engine and warm it up.
- Drive the vehicle at between 40 mph and 70 mph (64 km/h and 113 km/h) for at least 10 minutes.
- Note the state of the Readiness Tests items. Those items will change to COMPL (complete) as CAT EVAL monitor operates.
- On the tester, select the following menu items: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC INFO / PENDING CODES and check if any DTCs (any pending DTCs) are set.
HINT:
If CAT EVAL does not change to COMPL, and any pending DTCs fail to set, extend the driving time.