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Three Way Catalytic Converter, Checking






Three Way Catalytic Converter, Checking

Function test

- Connect the scan tool.

- Start the engine and let it run at idle.

- Select "Diagnostic mode 6: Check test results of components that are not continuously monitored".

- Select "Catalytic converter monitoring".

- Select following OBDMID.

- Check the specified values at idle.





- End diagnosis and switch the ignition off.

If the specified values are exceeded:

- Replace the catalytic converter with front exhaust pipe Refer to Engine Mechanical Repair Information.

Final procedures

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

1. Check the DTC memory. Refer to => [ Diagnostic Mode 03 - Read DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Mode 03 - Read DTC Memory.

2. If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to => [ Diagnostic Mode 04 - Erase DTC Memory ] Diagnostic Mode 04 - Erase DTC Memory.

3. If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to => [ Readiness Code ] Readiness Code.

- End of diagnosis.