2000 Daihatsu Terios (J100G) — Repair Solution

1.3L HCEJ 4cyl 16v SOHC EFI Petrol Auto · Warning Light / Electrical Malfunction · Electrical

Daihatsu Terios (J100G) Warning Light / Electrical Malfunction Electrical Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Daihatsu
Model: Terios (J100G)
Year: 2000
Engine: 1.3L HCEJ 4cyl 16v SOHC EFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 218,000
Area: Electrical
Category: Warning Light / Electrical Malfunction

Customer Complaint

Overdrive not operating, overdrive lamp dimly illuminated after moving the selector from Park. No 4WD engagement and no air conditioning.

Problem Summary

Multiple electrical systems including overdrive, 4WD, and air conditioning were inoperative. The overdrive indicator lamp glowed faintly, and the A/C compressor would only engage when the overdrive switch was pressed twice, suggesting a shared circuit or backfeed issue.

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Quick Facts

CodeDAIJ100436
Vehicle2000 Daihatsu Terios (J100G)
Engine1.3L HCEJ 4cyl 16v SOHC EFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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