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Diagnosis Procedure

  1. CHECK COOLING FAN OPERATION

    WITH CONSULT

    1. Start the engine.
    2. Perform "FAN DUTY CONTROL" in "ACTIVE TEST" mode with CONSULT.
    3. Check that cooling fan speed varies according to the percentage.
      NOTE: Speed changes gradually as the percentage changes.

    WITHOUT CONSULT

    1. Start the engine.
    2. Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan operation, refer to "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION ".
    3. Check that cooling fan speed increase.
      NOTE: Speed changes gradually when performing the auto active test.

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 2.

    NO: Proceed to "DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE ".

  2. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE-I

    Check cooling system for leakage. Refer to "INSPECTION ".

    Is leakage detected? 

    YES: GO TO 3.

    NO: GO TO  4.

  3. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE-II

    Check the following for leakage.

    • Hose
    • Radiator
    • Water pump

    : Repair or replace malfunctioning part.

  4. CHECK RESERVOIR TANK CAP

    Check reservoir tank cap. Refer to "RESERVOIR TANK CAP: INSPECTION ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 5.

    NO: Replace reservoir tank cap.

  5. CHECK THERMOSTAT

    Check thermostat. Refer to "INSPECTION ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 6.

    NO: Replace thermostat. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".

  6. CHECK ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR

    Refer to "COMPONENT INSPECTION (ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR) ".

    Is the inspection result normal? 

    YES: GO TO 7.

    NO: Replace engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".

  7. CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES

    If the cause cannot be isolated, check the "TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ".

    : INSPECTION END