TIP ---------------When resetting the ECU by tu rni ng th e mainswitch to "OFF", be su re to wait approximate ly5 seconds before tu rning th e main switch backto "O N".Checking the electrical systemTIP --------------~Before ch ecking the electrical system, ma kesure that the batte ry voltage is at le ast 12 V.£CA14311NOTICE ------------~Never Insert the tester probes Into the cou-pler terminal slots . Always Insert the probesfrom the opposite end " a" of the coupler, tak-ing care not to loosen or damage the leads.BASIC SERVICE INFORMATION\ ~ aNOTICEFor waterproof couplers, never insert thetester probes directly into the coupler. Whenperforming any checks using a waterproofcoupler, use the specified test harness or asuitable commercially available test har-ness.Checking the connectionsCheck the lea ds , cou pl ers, and connectors forstains, rust, moisture, etc.1. Disconnect:• Le ad•Co upler•Co nnectorNOTICE• When disconnecting a coupler, release thecoupler lock, hold both sections of the cou-pler securely, and then disconnect the cou-pler.• There are many types of coupler locks;therefore, be sure to check the type of cou-pler lock before disconnecting the coupler.1-15