Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
The main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) and certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) control the LIN communication system. LIN communication system data and Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) can be read through the Data Link Connector 3 (DLC3).
When the system seems to be malfunctioning, use the Techstream to check for malfunctions and perform repairs.
2. CHECK DLC3
(a) Check the DLC3 (See page .gif)
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3. INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
(a) Measure the battery voltage.
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 V
- If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery.
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
HINT:
Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches,
sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any p ...
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: Body Electrical / Smart Acces ...
Other materials:
Manual Shifting Test
MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
1. PERFORM MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT:
Using this test, it can be determined whether a problem is in an electrical
circuit or if it is a mechanical problem in the transmission.
If any abnormalities are found in the following test, the problem is
in the tran ...
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 ...
Air Inlet Control Servo Motor
Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT AIR INLET CONTROL SERVO MOTOR
(a) Inspect the servo motor operation.
(1) Connect the positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 1 (FRS)
and negative (-) lead to terminals 2 (REC), then check that the shaft rotates
clockwise s ...
