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Inspection Procedure

HINT:

Read freeze frame data using the Techstream. Freeze frame data records the engine condition when malfunctions are detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

  1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P0101) 
    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
    3. Turn the Techstream on.
    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
    5. Read DTCs.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Result Proceed to
      P0101 A
      P0101 and other DTCs B

      HINT:

      If any DTCs other than P0101 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.

      B: GO TO DTC CHART (See )

      A: Go to next step 

  2. CHECK AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM 
    1. Check the air induction system for vacuum leakage (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).

      OK: 

      No leakage from air induction system. 

      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM  (See REMOVAL )

      OK: Go to next step 

  3. CHECK PCV HOSE CONNECTIONS 
    1. Check the PCV hose connections.

      OK: 

      PCV hose is connected correctly and is not damaged. 

      NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE PCV HOSE  (See PCV VALVE )

      OK: REPLACE MASS AIR FLOW METER  (See REMOVAL )