Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Check Mode Procedure
CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
1. DESCRIPTION
Check mode has a higher sensitivity to malfunctions and can detect malfunctions that cannot be detected in normal mode. Check mode can also detect all of the malfunctions that can be detected in normal mode. In check mode, DTCs are stored with 1 trip detection logic.
NOTICE:
- All DTCs and freeze frame data will be cleared if: 1) the Techstream is used to change the ECM from normal mode to check mode or vice versa; or 2) during check mode, the ignition switch is turned from ON to ACC or off.
- Before changing to check mode, make a note of the DTCs and freeze frame data.
2. CHECK MODE PROCEDURE
(a) Make sure that the following conditions are met:
(1) Battery voltage is 11 V or higher.
(2) The throttle valve is fully closed.
(3) The shift lever is in neutral.
(4) The A/C switch is off.
(b) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Transmission / Utility / Check Mode.
(f) Check that the MIL flashes as shown in the illustration.
(g) Start the engine. The MIL should turn off after the engine starts.
(h) Simulate the conditions of the malfunction described by the customer.
(i) Using the Techstream, check for DTCs and freeze frame data.
Terminals Of Ecm
TERMINALS OF ECM
HINT:
The standard normal voltage between each pair of ECM terminals is shown in the
table below. The appropriate conditions for checking each pair of terminals are
also indic ...
Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
NOTICE:
In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference
values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when dec ...
Other materials:
System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
The LIN communication system is used for communication between the components
in the tables below. If communication cannot be performed through LIN communication
because of an open in the communication lines or other reasons, the maste ...
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 ...
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
(a) Air conditioning system data and the Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) can
be read through the Data Link Connector 3 (DLC3) of the vehicle. When the system
seems to be malfunctioning, use the Techstream to check for malfunctions and perform
troubleshooting.
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