engine key test code 12?

[Project Draven]

I ran the egine key test and I get a 12, and a 31
I know the 31, but what the heck is a 12?

 

[Venum]

The 12 is the initial number that flashes when doing the key-dance. It's just a way of telling you that the test/sequence has begun.

Then it goes to the errors, in your case 31.

Then the sequence ends in 55 and it's all done. To sum up: Always get a 12 (beginning), then your errors, then the 55 (end).

Let me know if that helps.

 

[DSM-ZERO]

how do you do the key dance?

 

[Venum]

Put your key into the ignition then turn it back and forth from the 'accessory' position to the 'off' position 3 times. So it goes like this (on=accessory):

start with off
then on
off again
on
off
on

I don't know if I did it one too many times or not but that's how you do it. The on/off positions must be done within 5 seconds or something, so not lightening speed just kinda quick.

Then watch your CE light. You'll see it blink once, then a little pause, then twice then a longer pause. Then it blinks for the errors you currently have....in Draven's case 31, which would like like this: blink blink blink, small pause, blink, longer pause. Then when it's all said and done you see a 55.


Edit: I almost forgot to add the link where you look up what the codes mean, here it is at 2gnt.com: Click HERE

 

[DSM-ZERO]

tight

 

[Project Draven]

Thanx Venum! Very Helpful! I was gettin scared something else was wrong with my car.
However I did find out it has a Multiple Random Misfire. Which I believe to be in the Coil pack and wires. So I am gonna replace them and go from there!

 

[Venum]

No problem man Hope you get your car fixed and back on the road with no misfires