Intermittent Concern Troubleshooting
Vibration method
If a malfunction occurs or becomes worse while driving on a rough road or when the engine is vibrating, perform the following steps.
NOTE:
There are several reasons why vehicle or engine vibration could cause an electrical malfunction. Inspect the following:
Connectors not fully seated.
Wiring harnesses not having full play.
Wires laying across brackets or moving parts.
Wires routed too close to hot parts.
An improperly routed, improperly clamped, or loose wiring harness can cause wiring to become pinched between parts.
The connector joints, points of vibration, and places where wiring harness pass through the firewall, body panels and other panels are the major areas to be inspected.
Inspection method for switch and/or sensor connectors or wires
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (engine off).
NOTE:
If the engine starts and runs, perform the following steps at idle.
3. Access PIDs for the switch you are inspecting.
4. Turn the switch on manually.
5. Slightly shake each connector or wiring harness vertically and horizontally while monitoring the PID.

If the PID value is unstable, inspect for poor connection.
Inspection method for sensors
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position (engine off).
NOTE:
If the engine starts and runs, perform the following steps at idle.
3. Access PIDs for the switch you are inspecting.
4. Vibrate the sensor slightly with your finger.
If the PID value is unstable or a malfunction occurs, inspect for poor connection and/or poorly mounted sensor.
Connector terminal inspection method
1. Inspect the connection of each female terminal.
2. Insert the male terminal to the female terminal and inspect the female terminal for looseness.

General Procedures (Steering)
Steering AbbreviationsHeadlight Bulb Removal/Installation
Halogen Type
Headlight LO bulb
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Rotate the headlight LO bulb in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure to remove it in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
A halogen bu ...
Side Turn Light
Purpose
The side turn lights are used to signal vehicles/people at the side of the
vehicle that the vehicle is going to make a right or left turn.
Function
The side turn lights flash according to the operation of the turn or the
hazard switch.
Construction
Side ...
Rear Body Control Module (Rbcm) Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk board.
b. Trunk end trim.
c. Rear scuff plate (LH).
d. Trunk side trim (LH).
3. Remove the rear body control module (RBCM) from the body with the connector
connected..
4. Connect the negative battery c ...