6-20 ENGINE GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSIS (G16/J20 ENGINES)
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Clearance
[Using Scan Tool]
1) Connect generic scan tool or SUZUKI scan tool to data link
connector in the same manner as when making this connec-
tion for DTC check.
2) Turn ignition switch OFF and then ON.
3) Erase DTC and pending DTC according to instructions dis-
played on scan tool. Refer to scan tool operator's manual for
further details.
4) After completing the clearance, turn ignition switch OFF and
disconnect scan tool from data link connector.
[Not Using Scan Tool]
1) Turn the ignition switch OFF position.
2) Disconnect battery negative cable for specified time below to
erase diagnostic trouble code stored in ECM memory and
reconnect it.
Time required to erase DTC
NOTE:
DTC and freeze frame data stored in ECM (PCM) memory
are also cleared in following cases. Be careful not to
clear them before keeping their record.
• When power to ECM (PCM) is cut off (by disconnecting
battery cable, removing fuse or disconnecting ECM
connectors).
• When the same malfunction (DTC) is not detected
again during 40 engine warm-up cycles (refer to
“Warm-Up Cycle” under “On-Board Diagnostic System
(Vehicle without Diagnosis Connector)” in this sec-
tion).
Ambient temperature Time to cut power to ECM
Over 0°C (32°F) 30 sec. or longer
Under 0°C (32°F)
Not specifiable.
Select a place with higher than
0°C (32°F) temperature.