
DTC Inspection Priority ChartNCEC0039If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following prior-
ity chart.
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1IP0100 Mass air flow sensor
IP0110 Intake air temperature sensor
IP0115 Engine coolant temperature sensor
IP0120 Throttle position sensor
IP0325 Knock sensor
IP0340 Camshaft position sensor
IP0500 Vehicle speed sensor
IP0605 ECM
IP0335, P1336 Crankshaft position sensor (OBD)
IP1605 A/T diagnosis communication line
IP1706 Park/Neutral position switch
2IP0130 - P0134 Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
IP0135 Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front) heater
IP0137 - P0140 Heated oxygen sensor 2 (rear)
IP0141 Heated oxygen sensor 2 (rear) heater
IP0443 EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve
IP0510 Closed throttle position switch
IP0705 - P0725, P0740 - P1791 CVT related sensors, solenoid valves and switches
IP1217 Overheat (Cooling system)
3IP0171, P0172 Fuel injection system function
IP0300 - P0304 Misfire
IP0420 Three way catalyst function
IP0505 IACV-AAC valve
IP1778 CVT step motor function
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DTC Inspection Priority Chart
EC-92

Symptom Matrix ChartNCEC0041SYSTEM Ð ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEMNCEC0041S01
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel pump circuit11232 22 3 2EC-SR-316
Fuel pressure regulator system334444444 4EC-SR-32
Injector circuit11232 22 2EC-SR-32
Evaporative emission system334444444 4EC-SR-27
Air Positive crankcase ventilation sys-
tem334444444 41EC-SR-30
Incorrect idle speed adjustment 3 31111 1EC-SR-34
IACV-AAC valve circuit112332222 2 2EC-SR-263
Ignition Incorrect ignition timing adjust-
ment33111 11 1EC-SR-34
Ignition circuit11222 22 2EC-SR-306
Main power supply and ground circuit22333 33 23 2EC-SR-115
Air conditioner circuit223333333 3 2HAsection
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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Symptom Matrix Chart
EC-94

SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Camshaft position sensor circuit22333 33 3EC-SR-
239
Mass air flow sensor circuit11222 22 2EC-SR-
120
Heated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
circuit1232 22 2EC-SR-
144, 150
Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor circuit112323223 2EC-SR-
132
Throttle position sensor circuit 1 222222 2EC-SR-
137
Incorrect throttle position sensor
adjustment31 11111 1EC-SR-84
Vehicle speed sensor circuit or
ABS actuator and electric unit
(control unit) circuit23 3 3EC-SR-
255
Knock sensor circuit 2 3EC-SR-
230
ECM 22333333333EC-SR-
277, 93
Start signal circuit 2EC-SR-
312
PNP switch circuit 3 3 3 3 3EC-SR-
298
Power steering oil pressure
switch circuit233EC-SR-
322
Electrical load signal circuit 3 3EC-SR-
326
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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Symptom Matrix Chart (Cont'd)
EC-95

SYSTEM Ð ENGINE MECHANICAL & OTHERNCEC0041S03
SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Fuel Fuel tank
5
5FE section
Fuel piping 5 5 5 5 5 5
Ð Vapor lock
Valve deposit
5 555 55 5
Poor fuel (Heavy weight gasoline,
Low octane)
Air Air duct
55555 5 Air cleaner
Air leakage from air duct
(Mass air flow sensor Ð throttle
body)
5555
Throttle body, Throttle wireFE section
Air leakage from intake manifold/
Collector/GasketÐ
Cranking Battery
111111
11
EL section Alternator circuit
Starter circuit 3
Flywheel 6 EM section
PNP switch 4 AT section
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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Symptom Matrix Chart (Cont'd)
EC-96

SYMPTOM
Reference
page
HARD/NO START/RESTART (EXCP. HA)
ENGINE STALL
HESITATION/SURGING/FLAT SPOT
SPARK KNOCK/DETONATION
LACK OF POWER/POOR ACCELERATION
HIGH IDLE/LOW IDLE
ROUGH IDLE/HUNTING
IDLING VIBRATION
SLOW/NO RETURN TO IDLE
OVERHEATS/WATER TEMPERATURE HIGH
EXCESSIVE FUEL CONSUMPTION
EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION
BATTERY DEAD (UNDER CHARGE)
Warranty symptom code AA AB AC AD AE AF AG AH AJ AK AL AM HA
Engine Cylinder head
55555 55 5
EM section Cylinder head gasket 4 3
Cylinder block
66666 66 64 Piston
Piston ring
Connecting rod
Bearing
Crankshaft
Valve
mecha-
nismTiming chain
55555 55 5 EMsection Camshaft
Intake valve
3
Exhaust valve
Exhaust Exhaust manifold/Tube/Muffler/
Gasket
55555 55 5 FEsection
Three way catalyst
Lubrica-
tionOil pan/Oil strainer/Oil pump/Oil
filter/Oil gallery
55555 55 5MA, EM and
LC sections
Oil level (Low)/Filthy oil
LC section Cooling Radiator/Hose/Radiator filler cap
55555 55 45 Thermostat 5
Water pump
Water gallery
Cooling fan 5 EC-SR-279
Coolant level (low)/Contaminated
coolantMA section
1 - 6: The numbers refer to the order of inspection.
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Symptom Matrix Chart (Cont'd)
EC-97

On Board Diagnosis LogicNCEC0202If a misfire occurs, the engine speed will fluctuate. If the fluctuation is detected by the crankshaft position sen-
sor (OBD), the misfire is diagnosed.
Sensor Input Signal to ECM ECM function
Crankshaft position sensor (OBD) Engine speed On board diagnosis of misfire
The misfire detection logic consists of the following two conditions.
1. One Trip Detection Logic (Three Way Catalyst Damage)
On the first trip that a misfire condition occurs that can damage the three way catalyst (TWC) due to
overheating, the MI will blink.
When a misfire condition occurs, the ECM monitors the CKP sensor signal every 200 engine revolutions
for a change.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MI will turn off.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC on a second trip, the MI will blink.
When the misfire condition decreases to a level that will not damage the TWC, the MI will remain on.
If another misfire condition occurs that can damage the TWC, the MI will begin to blink again.
2. Two Trip Detection Logic (Exhaust quality deterioration)
For misfire conditions that will not damage the TWC (but will affect exhaust vehicle emissions), the MI will
only light when the misfire is detected on a second trip. During this condition, the ECM monitors the CKP
sensor signal every 1,000 engine revolutions.
A misfire malfunction can be detected on any one cylinder or on multiple cylinders.
DTC No. Malfunction is detected when ... Check Items (Possible Cause)
P0300
0300IMultiple cylinders misfire.IImproper spark plug
IInsufficient compression
IIncorrect fuel pressure
IThe injector circuit is open or shorted
IInjectors
IIntake air leak
IThe ignition secondary circuit is open or
shorted
ILack of fuel
IHeated oxygen sensor 1 (front)
IDrive plate/Flywheel
IIncorrect distributor rotor P0301
0301INo. 1 cylinder misfires.
P0302
0302INo. 2 cylinder misfires.
P0303
0303INo. 3 cylinder misfires.
P0304
0304INo. 4 cylinder misfires.
DTC Confirmation ProcedureNCEC0203CAUTION:
Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.
NOTE:
If ªDTC Confirmation Procedureº has been previously conducted,
always turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 9 seconds
before conducting the next test.
TESTING CONDITION:
IAlways perform at a temperature above þ10ÉC (14ÉF).
With CONSULT-II
1) Turn ignition switch ªONº, and select ªDATA MONITORº mode
with CONSULT-II.
2) Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
3) Turn ignition switch ªOFFº and wait at least 9 seconds.
4) Start engine again and drive at 1,500 - 3,000 rpm for at least
3 minutes.
Hold the accelerator pedal as steady as possible.
NOTE:
Refer to the freeze frame data for the test driving conditions.
5) If 1st trip DTC is detected, go to ªDiagnostic Procedureº,
EC-SR-225.
With GST
Follow the procedure ªWith CONSULT-IIº above.
NEF068A
DTC P0300 - P0304 NO.4-1CYLINDER MISFIRE,
MULTIPLE CYLINDER MISFIRESR20DE
On Board Diagnosis Logic
EC-224

System DescriptionNCEC0433COOLING FAN CONTROLNCEC0433S01
Sensor Input Signal to ECMECM func-
tionActuator
Vehicle speed sensor or ABS actuator and
electric unit (control unit)Vehicle speed
ECM Cooling fan relay(s) Engine coolant temperature sensor Engine coolant temperature
Air conditioner switch Air conditioner ªONº signal
Ignition switch Start signal
Refrigerant pressure sensor Refrigerant pressure
The ECM controls the cooling fan corresponding to the vehicle speed, engine coolant temperature, refriger-
ant pressure, and air conditioner ON signal. The control system has ON-OFF control.
The refrigerant pressure sensor uses an electrostatic volume pressure transducer to convert refrigerant pres-
sure to voltage. The transducer is installed in the liquid tank of the air conditioner system.
OPERATIONNCEC0433S02
SEF099X
SEF198X Refrigerant pressure is less than 1.76 Mpa.
Refrigerant pressure is between 1.76 Mpa and 2.06 Mpa.Refrigerant pressure is above 2.06 Mpa. 20 (12) 80 (50)
Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)
20 (12) 80 (50)
Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)20 (12) 80 (50)
Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)Cooling fans operate
at ªHighº speed.
Cooling fans operate
at ªLowº speed.
Cooling fans
do no operate 105 (221)
100 (212)
95 (203) 105 (221)
100 (212)
95 (203)105 (221)
100 (212)
95 (203)
Engine coolant temperature
ÉC (ÉF)
Engine coolant temperature
ÉC (ÉF)
Engine coolant temperature
ÉC (ÉF)
DTC P1217 OVERHEAT (COOLING SYSTEM)SR20DE
System Description
EC-279

CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode
NCEC0486Specification data are reference values.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
AIR COND SIGIEngine: After warming up, idle the
engineAir conditioner switch: OFF OFF
Air conditioner switch: ON
(Compressor operates)ON
COOLING FANIAfter warming up engine, idle the
engine.
IAir conditioner switch: OFFEngine coolant temperature is 94ÉC
(201ÉF) or lessOFF
Engine coolant temperature is between
95ÉC (203ÉF) and 104ÉC (219ÉF)LOW
Engine coolant temperature is 105ÉC
(221ÉF) or moreHIGH
ECM Terminals and Reference ValueNCEC0487Specification data are reference values and are measured between each terminal and 48 (ECM ground).
TERMI-
NAL NO.WIRE
COLORITEM CONDITION DATA (DC Voltage)
13 LG/R Cooling fan relay[Engine is running]
ICooling fan is not operatingBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
[Engine is running]
ICooling fan is operatingApproximately 0V
23 Ð Air conditioner switch[Engine is running]
IBoth air conditioner switch and blower switch are
ªONº (Compressor operates)Approximately 0V
[Engine is running]
IAir conditioner switch is ªOFFºBATTERY VOLTAGE
(11 - 14V)
74 R/LRefrigerant pressure
sensor[Engine is running]
IWarm-up condition
IIdle speed
IAir conditioner is ªONºMore than 1.5V
On Board Diagnosis LogicNCE0488If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
DTC No. Malfunction is detected when ...Check Items
(Possible Cause)
P1217
1217ICooling fan does not operate properly (Overheat).
ICooling fan system does not operate properly (Overheat).
IEngine coolant was not added to the system using the
proper filling method.IHarness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or shorted).
ICooling fan
IRadiator hose
IRadiator
IRadiator cap
IWater pump
IThermostat
For more information, refer to ªMAIN 12 CAUSES
OF OVERHEATINGº, EC-SR-288.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant following the procedure in the MA
section (ªChanging Engine Coolantº, ªENGINE MAINTENANCEº). Also, replace the engine oil.
1)Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer to MA section (ªAnti-freeze Coolant Mixture Ratioº,
ªRECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSº).
2)After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
DTC P1217 OVERHEAT (COOLING SYSTEM)SR20DE
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor Mode
EC-280