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:
ECM Communication Circuit Malfunction (C1203)
DESCRIPTION
The circuit is used to send TRAC and VSC control information from the skid control
ECU (brake actuator assembly) to the ECM, and engine control information from the
ECM to the skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) through the CAN communication
system.
for 4WD or w/ Rear Diff ...
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
The procedures listed below are for the LH side.
When installing a roof drip side moulding clip, heat the vehicle body
and clip using a heat light.
When installing the moulding, ...
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 ...
