Toyota Tacoma 2015-2018 Service Manual: Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
The 4 wheel drive control ECU records DTCs when the ECU detects a malfunction in the ECU itself or in system circuits.
The DTCs can be read through the DLC3 of the vehicle. When the system seems to be malfunctioning, use the Techstream to check for malfunctions and perform troubleshooting.
2. CHECK DLC3
(a) Inspect the battery voltage.
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge the battery before proceeding.
(b) Check the DLC3 (See page .gif)
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3. FUNCTION OF INDICATOR LIGHT
(a) When a problem occurs in the touch select 2-4 and high-low system, a message is displayed on the multi-information display and/or the 4LO indicator light on the combination meter assembly rapidly blinks* to inform the driver of the problem.
- *: 0.25 second intervals (0.25 seconds on and 0.25 seconds off)
(b) Indicator light status (illumination and blinking) or multi-information display status when DTC is output.
TOUCH SELECT 2-4 AND HIGH-LOW SYSTEM|
DTC No. |
4WD Indicator Light (Green) |
4LO Indicator Light |
Multi-information Display Message |
|---|---|---|---|
|
U0100 |
When 2WD: Not illuminated When H4 or L4: Illuminated |
Rapidly blinking |
- |
|
U0122 |
Not illuminated |
Rapidly blinking*1 |
2WD-4WD mode change malfunction visit your dealer |
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U0416 |
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P163B |
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P17A0 |
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P17A4 |
Not illuminated |
Not illuminated |
2WD-4WD mode change malfunction visit your dealer |
|
P17A8 |
Not illuminated |
Rapidly blinking |
2WD-4WD mode change malfunction visit your dealer |
|
P17A9 |
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P17AA |
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P17AC |
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P17C7 |
Not illuminated |
When 2WD or H4: Not illuminated When L4: Illuminated |
2WD-4WD mode change malfunction visit your dealer |
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P17C8 |
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P2772 |
When 2WD: Not illuminated When H4 or L4: Illuminated |
Rapidly blinking |
- |
|
P279E |
Not illuminated |
Rapidly blinking |
2WD-4WD mode change malfunction visit your dealer |
Rapidly blinking: Blinks at 0.25 second intervals (0.25 seconds on and 0.25 seconds off)
- *1: P163B may also display the 2WD/4WD mode status.
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Transmitting ECU (Transmitter)
Receiving ECU
Signal
Communication Method
4 wheel drive control ECU
Skid ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK DTC
(a) Check the DTCs.
(1) Turn the ignition switch off.
(2) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(3) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(4) Turn the Techstream on.
(5) ...
Other materials:
Transfer Shift Motor Control Circuit Low (P17A9)
DESCRIPTION
This DTC is output when a short to ground in the transfer shift motor and A.D.D.
shift motor drive circuit is detected.
DTC No.
Detection Item
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
P17A9
Transfer Shift Motor Contr ...
Short in Driver Side Squib 2nd Step Circuit (B1810/53-B1813/53)
DESCRIPTION
The driver side squib 2nd step circuit consists of the airbag sensor assembly,
the spiral cable with sensor sub-assembly and the horn button assembly.
The circuit signals the SRS to deploy when airbag deployment conditions are met.
These DTCs are set when a malfunction is detected i ...
Clutch start cancel switch
The switch allows the vehicle to be driven out of difficult situations by cranking
the engine with the clutch engaged.
Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting
procedure.
Press the CLUTCH START CANCEL switch to cancel the clutch start system when the
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