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:
Active traction control system
The active traction control system automatically helps prevent the spinning of
4 wheels when the vehicle is started or accelerated on slippery road surfaces.
■ System operation
Vehicles with an automatic transmission:
Stop the vehicle, shift the shift lever to N and put the frontwheel d ...
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSIONS
(a) The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications
of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
Expression
Ignition Switch (Position)
Engine ...
Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Signal Stuck in Range (P03352A,P033531)
DESCRIPTION
The crankshaft position sensor system consists of a crankshaft position sensor
plate and a pickup coil. The crankshaft position sensor plate has 34 teeth and is
installed to the crankshaft. The pickup coil is made of wound copper wire, an iron
core and a magnet. The crankshaft pos ...
