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Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Checking/clearing diagnostic codes

1. Diagnostic code output check
(1) Diagnostic code reading by SSM3
(a) Connect SSM3 to DLC3 with IG turned OFF.
(b) Turn IG ON and follow SSM3's display to read the diagnostic code.

CAUTION:
If there is an error, clear the diagnostic code memory after repairing.


2. Clear the diagnostic code and the freeze frame data.
(1) Diagnostic code clearance by SSM3
(a) Connect SSM3 to DLC3 with IG turned OFF.
(b) Turn IG ON and follow SSM3's display to clear the diagnostic code.