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:
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE ROOF HEADLINING ASSEMBLY (for LED Type Stop Light)
for Double Cab:
(See page
)
for Access Cab:
(See page
)
2. REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT ASSEMBLY (for Bulb Type Stop Light)
(a) Apply protective tape around the center stop light as ...
Theft Deterrent System is not Unset when Engine is Running
DESCRIPTION
The theft deterrent system is unset when the IG signal and engine speed signal
are input to the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) for 2 seconds or more
continuously.
The engine speed signal is sent from the ECM to the main body ECU (multiplex
network body ECU). For this ...
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE ROOM LIGHT BRACKET
(a) Disengage the guide to remove the room light bracket.
2. REMOVE SLIDING ROOF DRIVE GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the 2 bolts and sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly.
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