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DTC 51

COMMENT
If normal communication is not possible for a continuous period of one second or more when the battery voltage is 10 volts or more and the engine speed is 450 r/min or more, diagnostic trouble code number "51" is output. Diagnostic trouble code number "51 " is also output if the data being received is abnormal for a continuous period of four seconds under the same conditions.
- DTC 51 can only be caused by internal PCM failure.

TROUBLESHOOTING HINTS
The most likely causes for this case:
- Malfunction of the PCM

DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Replace The PCM.
Replace the PCM. The immobilizer-ECU and the ignition key should be replaced together with it. Refer to Ignition Switch and Immobilizer System - Ignition Switch and Immobilizer System. Recheck for DTCs.
If the malfunction is eliminated, diagnosis is complete.