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:
Operation Check
OPERATION CHECK
1. CHECK REMOTE CONTROL MIRROR FUNCTION
(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(b) With L on the mirror select switch selected, check that the outer rear view
mirror assembly LH surface moves up, down, left and right normally.
(c) With R on the mirror select switch selected, check ...
Engine Immobiliser System Malfunction (B2799,B279986)
DESCRIPTION
This DTC is stored when one of the following occurs: 1) the ECM detects errors
in its own communication with the transponder key ECU assembly; 2) the ECM detects
errors in the communication lines; or 3) the ECU communication ID between the transponder
key ECU assembly and ECM is d ...
Freeze Frame Data
FREEZE FRAME DATA
CHECK FREEZE FRAME DATA
HINT:
The ECU records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data
the moment a DTC is stored.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: P ...
