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:
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
HINT:
By accessing the Data List displayed on the Techstream, you can perform such
functions as reading the values of switches and sensors without removing any parts.
Reading the Data List is the first step of troubleshooting and is one method to
shorten labor time.
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Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes.
(e) Check for DTCs, and then write them down.
(f) Check the details of the DTCs (See page ...
Mirror Heater does not Operate with Rear Defogger Switch
DESCRIPTION
When the mirror heater switch on the air conditioning control assembly is pressed,
the operation signal is sent to the air conditioning amplifier assembly. When the
air conditioning amplifier assembly receives the signal, it turns on a relay in
the air conditioning amplifier assem ...
