Freeze frame data records the engine conditions (fuel system, calculated load, engine coolant temperature, fuel trim, engine speed, vehicle speed, etc.) When a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, it can help determine if the vehicle was running or stopped, the engine was warmed up or not, the air-fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.
Hint:
If it is impossible to duplicate the problem even though a dtc is detected, confirm the freeze frame data.
The ecm records engine conditions in the form of freeze frame data every 0.5 Seconds. Using the intelligent tester, 5 separate sets of freeze frame data 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 the cause of the malfunction, and in judging whether it was temporary or not.




Dtc check / clear
Check mode procedureStop light switch circuit
Description
When the stop light switch is turned on, current flows to the stop lights to
illuminate them.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
Inspect fuse (stop)
Remove the stop fuse from the instrument panel
junction block.
Measure the resistance of the fuse.
Standard resi ...
Data list
Hint:
By reading the data list displayed on an intelligent
tester, values can be checked, including those of the
switches, sensors, and actuators, without removing any
parts. Reading the data list as the first step of
troubleshooting is one method of shortening diagnostic
time.
Notice:
In th ...
General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “owner’s warranty
information booklet” or “owner’s manual supplement/scheduled
maintenance guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attentio ...