REPAIR INSTRUCTION INSPECTION MODE PROCEDURE


  1. INSPECTION MODE

    Note

    If the vehicle is run in the inspection mode, for such as a speedometer test, a DTC may be set. Therefore, if the warning light comes on, after canceling the inspection mode, check for DTCs using the intelligent tester and clear the DTCs.

    Tech Tips


    • If the engine is warmed up and the battery is charged, the engine of the vehicle will stop after the vehicle stops. Therefore, if the engine is required to run continuously even after the vehicle stops, such as for an ignition timing check, switch to the AWD inspection mode.

    • The vehicle is equipped with the AWD system by which the rear wheels are electronically controlled by the motor, VSC system, and TRC system. Therefore, it is necessary to switch to the FWD inspection mode and cancel all of these systems when only the front wheels are required to be rotated on a chassis dynamometer.


    1. Inspection mode purpose and control performed

      Inspection Mode

      (Display)

      		 Purpose Control

      FWD MAINTENANCE MODE

      (2WD for measuring Exhaust Gas)

      • Inspection of ignition timing etc. when performing engine maintenance, idle speed exhaust emissions testing (CO, HC), etc.

      • Tests using a speedometer tester, two-wheel chassis dynamometer, etc.

      • Keeps the engine idling when the shift lever is in P

      • Shuts down control of the rear motor (makes the vehicle operate in FWD)

      • Cancels traction control

      FWD CERTIFICATION MODE

      (2WD for cutting TRC)

      		 Tests using a speedometer tester, two-wheel chassis dynamometer, etc.

      • Shuts down control of the rear motor (makes the vehicle operate in FWD)

      • Cancels traction control

      AWD MAINTENANCE MODE

      (4WD for measuring Exhaust Gas)

      • Inspection of ignition timing when performing engine maintenance, idle speed exhaust emissions testing (CO, HC), etc.

      • Tests using a four-wheel chassis dynamometer, etc.

      • Keeps the engine idling when the shift lever is in P

      • Cancels traction control

      AWD CERTIFICATION MODE

      (4WD for cutting TRC)

      		 Tests using a four-wheel chassis dynamometer, etc.

      • Cancels traction control

    2. Vehicle conditions


      1. Before activating inspection mode, turn the air conditioning off, start the engine with the shift lever in P, and check the engine stops within several seconds after starting (engine warm up check).

      2. Activate inspection mode and inspect the vehicle. The shift position for each test is as follows:

        Test Item Inspection Mode Shift Position
        1. Vehicle straight travelling test (side slip inspection) FWD maintenance mode, AWD maintenance mode or normal D
        2. Braking force test Normal N
        3. Speedometer test FWD maintenance mode or AWD maintenance mode D
        4. Exhaust gas test (idling) FWD maintenance mode or AWD maintenance mode P
        5. Headlight test FWD maintenance mode, AWD maintenance mode or normal P

      3. Reset inspection mode immediately after completion of inspection.

        Note

        Driving the vehicle without resetting inspection mode may damage the transaxle.

    3. Special notes for speedometer test

      CAUTION:

      Be sure to perform the test in the FWD inspection mode.

      Note

      Do not use the chassis dynamometer to perform rapid starting or quick acceleration/deceleration without first setting the proper load on the vehicle. Failing to set the load may damage the transaxle.


      1. Depress the accelerator pedal slowly and gradually accelerate the vehicle. Make a measurement.

      2. After the measurement, use the brakes to gradually decelerate the vehicle.

    4. Special notes for using a chassis dynamometer


      1. Always set an appropriate load before starting the test.

        Note

        Sudden acceleration or deceleration of the vehicle on a chassis dynamometer under minimal load may damage the transaxle.

    5. Activating FWD maintenance mode (Not using the intelligent tester)

      Perform the following steps from (1) through (4) in 60 seconds.


      1. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal twice with the shift lever in P.

      3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal twice with the shift lever in N.

      4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal twice with the shift lever in P.

      5. A01NFSD

        Check that "FWD MAINTENANCE MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    6. Activating FWD maintenance mode (Using the intelligent tester)


      1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

      2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      3. Turn the intelligent tester on.

      4. Enter following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Utility / Inspection Mode - 2WD for measuring Exhaust Gas.

      5. A01NFSD

        Check that "FWD MAINTENANCE MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    7. Activating FWD certification mode (Not using the intelligent tester)

      Perform the following steps from (1) through (4) in 60 seconds.


      1. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times with the shift lever in P.

      3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times with the shift lever in N.

      4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal three times with the shift lever in P.

      5. A01NEQ9

        Check that "FWD CERTIFICATION MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    8. Activating FWD certification mode (Using the intelligent tester)


      1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

      2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      3. Turn the intelligent tester on.

      4. Enter following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Utility / Inspection Mode - 2WD for cutting TRC.

      5. A01NEQ9

        Check that "FWD CERTIFICATION MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    9. Activating AWD maintenance mode (Not using the intelligent tester)

      Perform the following steps from (1) through (4) in 60 seconds.


      1. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal four times with the shift lever in P.

      3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal four times with the shift lever in N.

      4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal four times with the shift lever in P.

      5. A01NCU8

        Check that "AWD MAINTENANCE MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    10. Activating AWD maintenance mode (Using the intelligent tester)


      1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

      2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      3. Turn the intelligent tester on.

      4. Enter following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Utility / Inspection Mode - 4WD for measuring Exhaust Gas.

      5. A01NCU8

        Check that "AWD MAINTENANCE MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    11. Activating AWD certification mode (Not using the intelligent tester)

      Perform the following steps from (1) through (4) in 60 seconds.


      1. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      2. Fully depress the accelerator pedal five times with the shift lever in P.

      3. Fully depress the accelerator pedal five times with the shift lever in N.

      4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal five times with the shift lever in P.

      5. A01NGIJ

        Check that "AWD CERTIFICATION MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    12. Activating AWD certification mode (Using the intelligent tester)


      1. Connect the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

      2. Turn the power switch on (IG).

      3. Turn the intelligent tester on.

      4. Enter following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Utility / Inspection Mode - AWD for cutting TRC.

      5. A01NGIJ

        Check that "AWD CERTIFICATION MODE" is displayed on the multi-information display.

      6. Start the engine by turning the power switch on (READY) while depressing the brake pedal.

    13. Deactivating inspection mode


      1. Turn the power switch off. The HV system turns off simultaneously.

        Tech Tips

        The idle speed in inspection mode is approximately 900 rpm. The engine speed increases to 1500 rpm if the accelerator pedal is depressed midway with the shift lever in P. If the accelerator pedal is depressed more than midway, or if the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, the engine speed increases to approximately 2500 rpm.

        Note


        • If a DTC is set during inspection mode, the master warning light and the warning message illuminate on the multi-information display.

        • When the master warning light and the warning message illuminate during inspection mode, deactivate inspection mode, and check the DTC(s).

        • Driving the vehicle without deactivating inspection mode may damage the transaxle.