Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
When troubleshooting a vehicle with the diagnosis system, the only difference from the usual troubleshooting procedure is connecting the Techstream to the vehicle and reading various data output from the vehicle's skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly).
The skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) records DTCs when the ECU detects a malfunction in the ECU itself or in its circuits.
To check the DTCs, connect the Techstream to the DLC3 on the vehicle. The Techstream enables you to clear the DTCs, activate the various actuators, and check the Freeze Frame Data and Data List.
(a) Check the battery voltage.
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 V
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge the battery before proceeding to the next step.
(b) Check the DLC3 (See page .gif)
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2. DIAGNOSIS
(a) If the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) detects a malfunction, the ABS warning, brake warning and/or slip indicator lights will come on in order to warn the driver.
(b) The DTCs are simultaneously stored in memory. The DTCs can be read by connecting
SST between terminals TC and CG of the DLC3 and observing the blinking pattern of
the ABS warning and slip indicator lights, or by connecting the Techstream (See
page ).
(c) This system has a Test Mode (signal check) function (See page
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3. WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR LIGHT INITIAL CHECK
(a) When the ignition switch is turned to ON, check that the ABS warning, brake warning, and slip indicator lights come on for approximately 3 seconds.
HINT:
- When the brake fluid level is low, the brake warning light comes on.
- If any of the indicators remains on or does not come on, proceed to troubleshooting for the light circuits listed below.
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Trouble Area |
See procedure |
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ABS warning light circuit (Remains on) |
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ABS warning light circuit (Does not come on) |
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Brake warning light circuit (Remains on) |
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Brake warning light circuit (Does not come on) |
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Slip indicator light circuit (Remains on) |
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Slip indicator light circuit (Does not come on) |
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Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
NOTICE:
When replacing the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly), sensor, etc.,
turn the ignition switch off.
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the ...
Terminals Of Ecu
TERMINALS OF ECU
Text in Illustration
*a
Component without harness connected
(Skid Control ECU [Brake Actuator Assembly])
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Ter ...
Other materials:
Automatic Disconnecting Differential Motor Limit Switch Circuit (P17A4)
DESCRIPTION
When the A.D.D. actuator switches between 2WD and 4WD, the DL1 and DL2 terminals
of the limit switch and ADD terminal of the A.D.D. position switch change to one
of the following ON/OFF combinations listed in the table below.
Terminal
In 2WD
Switchi ...
Detachable pole antenna
The antenna can be removed.
■ Removing the antenna
Place the included wrench around the antenna.
When not in use, the wrench is stored in glove box.
Loosen the antenna with the wrench and remove it.
■ Installing the antenna
Tighten the antenna by one hand until it will not t ...
Freeze Frame Data
FREEZE FRAME DATA
1. FREEZE FRAME DATA
HINT:
Whenever a DTC is detected or the ABS operates, the skid control ECU
stores the current vehicle (sensor) state as freeze frame data.
The skid control ECU stores the number of times (maximum: 31) the ignition
switch has been turned f ...
