Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK FOR DTC
HINT:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off to troubleshoot:
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at 1.5-second intervals until communication between the Techstream and vehicle begins.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key / Trouble Codes.
(e) Read the DTCs.
2. CLEAR DTC
HINT:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off to troubleshoot:
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at 1.5-second intervals until communication between the Techstream and vehicle begins.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key / Trouble Codes.
(e) Clear the DTCs.
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
The ECU stores trouble codes when malfunctions occur.
The diagnostic system allows for reading of the trouble codes from the DLC3.
Use the Techstream to help diagno ...
Terminals Of Ecu
TERMINALS OF ECU
1. CHECK DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK AND MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY
ECU)
(a) Disconnect the MB main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) connectors.
(b) Measure the ...
Other materials:
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
The 4 wheel drive control ECU records DTCs when the ECU detects a malfunction
in the ECU itself or in system circuits.
The DTCs can be read through the DLC3 of the vehicle. When the system seems to
be malfunctioning, use the Techstream to check for malfunctions ...
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DESCRIPTION
(a) The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or UPR bracket assembly) stores
DTCs when a malfunction occurs in the system. These DTCs can be confirmed by using
the Techstream.
NOTICE:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off to confirm ...
Precaution
PRECAUTION
IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSIONS
(a) The type of ignition switch used on this model differs according to the specifications
of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
Expression
Ignition Switch (Position)
Engine Swi ...
