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 ...
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System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. DESCRIPTION
A part-time 2-speed VF2CM transfer uses a touch select 2-4 and high-low
system, enabling the driver to switch between 2WD, H4 and L4 modes by turning
the transfer position switch.
Through these switch signals, the 4 wheel drive control ECU actua ...
Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap
Perform the following steps to open the fuel tank cap.
■ Before refueling the vehicle
Turn the engine switch off and ensure that all the doors and windows are closed.
■ Opening the fuel tank cap
Open the fuel filler door.
Turn the fuel tank cap slowly ...
While Alarm is Armed, Engine Hood is opened but Alarm does not Sound
DESCRIPTION
A situation in which the alarm is armed but does not sound when the hood is opened
can be caused when the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) cannot detect
whether the hood courtesy switch is open or closed.
If the alarm does not sound, there may be a malfunction in the hood ...
