1. DESCRIPTION
(a) The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can be helpful in determining whether the vehicle was running or stopped, whether the engine was warmed up or not, whether the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other data recorded at the time of a malfunction.
HINT:
If it is impossible to duplicate the problem even though a DTC is detected, confirm the freeze frame data.
(b) The ECM records engine conditions in the form of freeze frame data every 0.5 seconds. Using the intelligent tester, five separate sets of freeze frame data, including the data values at the time when the DTC was set, can be checked.
These data sets can be used to simulate the condition of the vehicle around the time of the occurrence of the malfunction. The data may assist in identifying of the cause of the malfunction, and in judging whether it was temporary or not.
2. LIST OF FREEZE FRAME DATA
Front wheel alignment
Adjustment
NOTICE:
For vehicles equipped with VSC, if wheel alignment has
been adjusted, and if suspension or underbody
components have been removed/installed or replaced, be
sure to perform the following initialization procedure in
order for the system to function normally:
1. Disconnect the ...
Removal
1. RECOVER REFRIGERANT FROM REFRIGERATION
SYSTEM (See page AC-172)
2. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL RH
3. REMOVE FRONT FENDER APRON SEAL RH (See
page EM-26)
4. REMOVE V-RIBBED BELT (See page EM-6)
5. REMOVE RADIATOR AND FAN ASSEMBLY
(See page CO-28)
6. DISCONNECT DISCHARGE HOSE SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Re ...
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge
enters the red zone or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For
example, the vehicle speed does not increase.)
The warning message indicating overheats is shown on the
mult ...