DESCRIPTION
The ECM sends signals such as dynamic radar cruise control operation signals, brake operation demand signals and buzzer operation demand signals to the skid control ECU (master cylinder solenoid)*1 or skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)*2 when the dynamic radar cruise control is operating. Therefore, if the skid control ECU (master cylinder solenoid)*1 or skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)*2 detects a communication error with the ECM, it sends a malfunction signal back to the ECM.
DTC No. |
Detection Item |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
MIL |
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P163181 |
Communication Error from ECM to VSC Invalid Serial Data Received |
While the ignition switch is ON and the dynamic radar cruise control system is operating, the ECM continuously receives a logic error signal from the skid control ECU (master cylinder solenoid)*1 or skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly)*2 for approximately 1 second or more. |
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Does not come on |
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
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w/o Smart Key System:
w/ Smart Key System:
PROCEDURE
1. |
CHECK FOR DTCs (VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM) |
(a) Check for DTCs.
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Result |
Proceed to |
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DTCs are not output |
A |
DTCs are output (for Hydraulic Brake Booster) |
B |
DTCs are output (for Vacuum Brake Booster) |
C |
B | ![]() |
GO TO VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM |
C | ![]() |
GO TO VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM |
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2. |
CHECK FOR DTCs (CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM) |
(a) Clear the DTCs.
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(b) Perform the following procedure.
HINT:
If the following procedure is not performed, the previously output DTC cannot be detected.
(c) Check for DTCs.
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Result |
Proceed to |
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DTC P163181 is not output |
A |
DTC P163181 is output |
B |
A | ![]() |
USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK |
B | ![]() |
REPLACE ECM |
Disassembly
DISASSEMBLY
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT FRONT PROPELLER SHAFT UNIVERSAL JOINT SPIDER BEARING
(a) Check the spider bearings for wear and damage.
(b) Check each spider bearing's axial play by turning the yoke while holding
the shaft tightly.
Maximum bearing axial play:
0 to 0.05 mm (0 to 0.002 i ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
CHECK FOR DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Central Gateway / Trouble Codes.
(e) Read the DTCs.
CLEAR DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) ...
Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT MAGNET CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
(a) Inspect the magnet clutch assembly.
Text in Illustration
*a
Component without harness connected
(Magnet Clutch Assembly)
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