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:
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE RADIATOR DRAIN COCK PLUG
(a) Remove the radiator drain cock plug from the radiator assembly.
(b) Remove the O-ring from the radiator drain cock plug.
2. REMOVE RADIATOR TO SUPPORT SEAL
(a) Remove the 2 radiator to support seals from the radiator assem ...
Starter Relay Circuit Short to Battery (P061512)
DESCRIPTION
While the engine is being cranked, positive battery voltage is applied to terminal
STA of the ECM. If the ECM detects the starter control (STA) signal while the vehicle
is being driven, it determines that there is a malfunction in the STA circuit. The
ECM then illuminates the MIL ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
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: Chassis / Front Recognition Camera / Trouble Codes.
(e) Check for details of the DTCs.
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CLEAR DTC
(a) Connect the Te ...
