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CODE No. 25 & 26 (California)

Purpose of the driving pattern.
(a) To simulate diagnostic code detecting condition after diagnostic code is recorded.
(b) To check that the malfunction is corrected when the repair is completed, confirming that diagnostic code is no longer detected.

Codes No. 25 & 26 (California):





HINT: Before this test, check the feedback voltage for oxygen sensor.

1. Disconnect the EFI fuse (15 A) for 10 seconds or more, with ignition switch OFF.
2. Initiate test mode: Connect terminals TE2 and E1 of check connector with ignition switch OFF.
3. Start the engine and warm the engine up.
4. After the engine is warmed up, maintain at 2,500 rpm for 3 minutes.
5. Let it idle for 1 minute.

HINT: If any malfunction is detected, the malfunction indicator lamp will light up during step (5).

NOTICE: If this procedure is not strictly followed, you cannot detect the malfunction.