The purpose of the monitor result (mode 06) is to allow access to the results for on-board diagnostic monitoring tests of specific components/systems that are not continuously monitored. Examples are catalyst, evaporative emission (EVAP) and thermostat.
The monitor result allows the OBD II scan tool to display the monitor status, test value, minimum test limit and maximum test limit. These data are displayed after the vehicle has been driven to run the monitor.
When the test value is not between the minimum test limit and maximum test limit, the ECM (PCM) interprets this as a malfunction. When the component is not malfunctioning, if the difference of the test value and test limit is very small, the component will malfunction in the near future.
Perform the following instructions to view the monitor status.
Although the Lexus diagnostic tester is used in the following instructions, it can be checked using a generic OBD II scan tool. Refer to your scan tool operator's manual for specific procedures.
1. PERFORM MONITOR DRIVE PATTERN
The monitor results and test values can be checked with the OBD II scan tool or the intelligent tester. The engine control module (ECM) monitors the emissions-related components such as the thermostat, catalyst converter and evaporative emissions (EVAP), and determines whether they are functioning normally or not. When monitoring is finished, the ECM stores the monitor results and the test values. The monitor result indicates whether the component is functioning normally or not.
The test value is the value that was used to determine the monitor result. If the test value is outside of the test limit (malfunction criterion), the ECM determines the component is malfunctioning. Some emissions-related components have multiple test values to determine monitor result. If one of these test values is outside of the test limit, the ECM determines the component is malfunctioning.
NOTICE: The test results will be lost if the ignition switch is turned off.
2. ACCESS MONITOR RESULT
HINT: The monitor result might be PASS on rare occasions even if the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated. This indicates that the system was malfunctioning in the previous driving cycle.
This might be caused by an intermittent problem.
3. CHECK COMPONENT STATUS
HINT: The monitor result might be PASS on rare occasions even if the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated. This indicates that the system was malfunctioning in the previous driving cycle. This might be caused by an intermittent problem.
4. MONITOR RESULT INFORMATION
If you use a generic scan tool, multiply the test value by the scaling value listed below.
A/F Sensor Bank 1
HO2S Bank 1 Sensor 2
A/F Sensor Bank 2
HO2S Bank 2 Sensor 2
Catalyst-Bank 1
Catalyst-Bank 2
EVAP
Misfire
Rear Oxygen Sensor Heater
Registration
1. REGISTRATION TRANSMITTER CODE
HINT:
The garage door opener is built in the dome lamp
assembly No.1. When transmitter codes for garage door,
gate, entry gate, door lock, home lighting system or
security system are registered with the garage door
opener, be sure to register them again wheneve ...
Removal
1. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY
TERMINAL
2. REMOVE FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY
Remove the 4 screws and separate the fender liner
from the front bumper assembly.
Remove the 8 screws and separate the engine
under cover from the front bumper assembly.
Remove the 5 ...
Air-fuel ratio (a/f) and heated oxygen (ho2)
sensor heater monitors (front a/f and rear ho2 sensor
type)
(a) Preconditions
The monitor will not run unless:
The MIL is OFF.
(b) Drive Pattern
(1) Connect an intelligent tester to the DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
(3) Clear the DTCs.
(4) Start the engine.
(5) Allow the engine to idle for 10 minutes or more.
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