Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Work Flow
OVERALL SEQUENCE
DETAILED FLOW
- GET INFORMATION FOR SYMPTOM
- Get the detailed information about symptom from customer.
- Check the drive mode indicator on the meter appeared.
- Check the Drive mode indicator on the meter changed when operates the drive mode select switch.
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GO TO 2.
- CHECK THE DTC
With CONSULT
- Check DTC of "All self diagnosis result".
- Perform the following procedure if DTC is displayed.
- Record DTC and freeze frame data. (Or, write it down.)
Are any DTCs detected?
YES>>
GO TO 3.
NO>>
GO TO 4.
- CONFIRM THE FAIL-SAFE CONDITION
Confirm the fail-safe condition of detected DTC. Refer to Fail-safe . Are there any DTCs that causes drive mode selector function is suspended?
YES>>
GO TO 5.
NO>>
GO TO 4.
- CHECK INFORMATION DISPLAY ON COMBINATION METER
- Ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Ignition switch ON.
- Check that STANDARD is displayed on the information display screen of the combination meter. (2WD models)
- Check that AUTO is displayed on the information display screen of the combination meter. (AWD models)
- Check that the view of information display change when switching up and down the drive mode select switch. (2WD models)
- Check that the view of information display change when switching left and right the drive mode select switch. (AWD models)
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>>
GO TO 5.
NO>>
GO TO 6.
- PERFORM DIAGNOSES FOR ERROR-CAUSING SYSTEM
With CONSULT Perform the trouble diagnosis of components that DTC indicated.
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GO TO 9.
- CHECK THE AXLE TYPE
Check the axle type.
2WD models>>
GO TO 8.
AWD models>>
GO TO 7.
- CHECK THE INDICATOR ON DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH (AWD MODELS)
- Ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
- Ignition switch ON.
- Check the indicator of AUTO on drive mode select switch indicator.
- Check the illuminated position changes according to the operation when switching the drive mode select switch.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES>>
GO TO 10.
NO>>
GO TO 8.
- CHECK DRIVE MODE SELECT SWITCH CIRCUIT
Check drive mode select switch circuit. Refer to Diagnosis Procedure . Is the inspection result normal?
YES>>
GO TO 10.
NO>>
GO TO 9.
- REPAIR OR REPLACE THE MALFUNCTION PART
Repair or replace the malfunctioning part.
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GO TO 11.
- CHECK COMBINATION METER
Check the COMBINATION METER.
- Full TFT meter: Refer to On Board Diagnosis Function .
- 7 inch information display: Refer to On Board Diagnosis Function .
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GO TO 11.
- FINAL CHECK
- Check that the symptom is not detected.
- Perform DTC Confirmation Procedure again, and then check that the malfunction is repaired.
Is DTC detected and/or does symptom remain?
YES (DTC is detected)>>
GO TO 5.
YES (Symptom remains)>>
GO TO 4.
NO>>
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.