Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Check For Intermittent Problems
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
HINT:
Inspect the vehicle ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal mode (default), which uses 2 trip detection logic.
- Clear DTCs (See page
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). - Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode using the Techstream (See
page ).
- Perform a simulation test (See page
).
- Check and wiggle the harness(es), connector(s) and terminal(s) (See
page ).
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the manual transaxle system.
*: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE
1.
VEHICLE BROUGH ...
Other materials:
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
VSC System
DTC Code
Detection Item
See page
C1201
Engine Control System Malfunction
C1203
ECM Communication Circuit Malfunction
C120B
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Meter Illumination is Always Dark
DESCRIPTION
In this circuit, the combination meter assembly receives auto dimmer signals
from the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) using the CAN communication
system (CAN V1 Bus). When the meter CPU receives an auto dimmer signal, it dims
the meter illumination (warning and indicato ...
Fail-safe Chart
FAIL-SAFE CHART
If any of the following DTCs are stored, the ECM enters fail-safe mode to allow
the vehicle to be driven temporarily.
DTC
Fail-safe Operation
Fail-safe Deactivation Condition
P161A87
Generator command is maintained
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