How do you reset a catalyst drive cycle?
7 Steps to Follow When Catalyst Monitor Not Ready
- Make Sure the Engine Light is Off.
- Check if your Vehicle has a Coolant Temperature.
- Let the Engine be Idle for 2 Minutes.
- Drive the vehicle at a Steady Speed of 55 MPH.
- Decelerate your Vehicle’s Speed at 20 MPH.
- Again Speed Up.
- Stop the Vehicle.
How do I get my Toyota EVAP monitor ready?
Setting Emission Readiness Monitors on Toyotas
- Fuel tank at 1/2 full.
- Engine cold start idle for 10 minutes.
- Drive at highway speed 55-60 mph with steady throttle for 16 minutes.
- Return to idle for three minutes with engine running in park.
- Drive again at medium speed 40 mph for eight minutes.
How many miles do you need to drive to reset computer?
Here’s something you probably don’t know: after clearing the car’s computer you will need to drive for about 50 to 100 miles. As you drive your car the computer will monitor all the sensors and register the results. You can use GOFAR to constantly monitor your car diagnostics.
Can a drive cycle fail to complete a catalyst monitor?
In most cases, you should be able to complete the catalyst monitor after following the drive cycle a couple of times. If several reasonable attempts at running the drive cycle fail to complete the catalyst monitor, a problem may exist that is preventing your vehicle from running the monitor to completion.
When to use OBDII Monitor during drive cycle?
Drive Cycle Recommendations: Most OBDII monitors will complete more readily using a “steady foot” driving style during cruise or acceleration modes. Fuel tank level should be between 1/2 and 3/4 fill with 3/4 fill being the most desirable. The Evaporative Monitor can only operate during the first 30 minutes of engine operation.
What to do when your drive cycle is not working?
But if the oxygen sensor and catalyst monitor are ready, then the heater has to be working or the other two monitors would fail and set codes. If the EVAP monitor is not ready, verify that your fuel cap is tight and the level of fuel is between 1/4 and 3/4 full.
Can a Toyota Celica use the OBD readiness monitor?
Yes, I believe that the 1996 to 2002 Toyota OBD II Catalyst Monitor Readiness Drive Patterns, should also apply to your 2002 Toyota Celica. I have a 2003 Toyota Camry LE 4cyl, should this work for me too? Although the drive cycle for a 2003 Toyota Camry might be slightly different, it’s worth giving it a try.