Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Check Mode Procedure
CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
1. DESCRIPTION
Check mode has a higher sensitivity to malfunctions and can detect malfunctions that cannot be detected in normal mode. Check mode can also detect all of the malfunctions that can be detected in normal mode. In check mode, DTCs are stored with 1 trip detection logic.
NOTICE:
- All DTCs and freeze frame data will be cleared if: 1) the Techstream is used to change the ECM from normal mode to check mode or vice versa; or 2) during check mode, the ignition switch is turned from ON to ACC or off.
- Before changing to check mode, make a note of the DTCs and freeze frame data.
2. CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
(a) Make sure that the following conditions are met:
(1) Battery voltage is 11 V or higher.
(2) The throttle valve is fully closed.
(3) The shift lever is in neutral.
(4) The A/C switch is off.
(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Transmission / Utility / Check Mode.
(f) Check that the MIL flashes as shown in the illustration.
(g) Start the engine. The MIL should turn off after the engine starts.
(h) Simulate the conditions of the malfunction described by the customer.
(i) Using the Techstream, check for DTCs and freeze frame data.
Terminals Of Ecm
TERMINALS OF ECM
HINT:
The standard normal voltage between each pair of ECM terminals is shown in the
table below. The appropriate conditions for checking each pair of terminals are
also indic ...
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
NOTICE:
In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference
values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when dec ...
Other materials:
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR DOOR FRAME GARNISH
(See page )
2. REMOVE REAR DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL PLUG
(See page )
3. REMOVE REAR ARMREST ...
AUTO LSD system
The AUTO LSD system aids traction by using the traction control system to control
engine performance and braking when one of the rear wheels begins to spin.
The system should be used only when one of the rear wheels spinning occurs in
a ditch or rough surface.
■ System operation
The sys ...
Security Indicator Light Does not Blink
DESCRIPTION
The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) blinks the security indicator
light when the immobiliser is set (engine switch off, or driver door is
opened and closed with engine switch on (IG)).
The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) receive the security
...
