Check Mode Procedure

2GR-FE ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM: SFI SYSTEM: CHECK MODE PROCEDURE

CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
HINT: Techstream only:
Compared to the normal mode, check mode is more sensitive to malfunctions. Therefore, check mode can detect the malfunctions that cannot be detected in normal mode.
NOTE:
All the stored DTCs and freeze frame data are erased if: 1) the ECM is changed from normal mode to check mode or vice versa; or 2) the engine switch is turned from on (IG) to on (ACC) or off while in check mode. Before changing modes, always check and note any DTCs and freeze frame data.

1. CHECK MODE PROCEDURE (Using Techstream)
(a) Check and ensure the following conditions:
(1) Battery voltage 11 V or more.
(2) Throttle valve fully closed.
(3) Shift lever is in P or N.
(4) A/C switch OFF.
(b) Turn the engine switch off.
(c) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(d) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(e) Turn the Techstream on.
(f) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / Check Mode.
(g) Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode.





(h) Make sure that the MIL flashes as shown in the illustration.

(i) Start the engine.
(j) Make sure that the MIL turns off.
(k) Duplicate the conditions of the malfunction described by the customer.
(l) Check for DTCs and freeze frame data using the Techstream.