Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Initialization
INITIALIZATION
1. RESET MEMORY
NOTICE:
- Perform Reset Memory (AT initialization) when replacing the automatic transmission assembly, transmission valve body assembly or any of the shift solenoid valves.
- Reset Memory can be performed only with the Techstream.
HINT:
The ECM memorizes the vehicle conditions when the ECT controls the automatic transmission assembly and transmission valve body assembly. Therefore, when the automatic transmission assembly, transmission valve body assembly or any of the shift solenoid valves has been replaced, it is necessary to reset the memory so that the ECM can memorize the new information.
The reset procedure is as follows.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / Reset Memory.
NOTICE:
After performing Reset Memory, be sure to perform the Road Test (See page
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HINT:
The ECM learns through the Road Test.
2. ATF THERMAL DEGRADATION ESTIMATE RESET
NOTICE:
If either of the following conditions is met, perform ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate Reset.
- The ATF has been replaced.
HINT:
If 50000 or more is displayed for the Data List item "ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate", thermal degradation of the ATF is suspected. Perform ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate Reset after replacing the ATF.
- Approximately 50% or more of the ATF has been replaced during a repair of the transmission or a similar operation.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
NOTICE:
Do not start the engine.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / ATF Thermal Degradation Estimate Reset.
Road Test
ROAD TEST
1. PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION
(a) Based on the result of the customer problem analysis, try to reproduce the
symptoms. If the problem is that the transmission does not shift up or down ...
Manual Shifting Test
MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
1. PERFORM MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT:
Using this test, it can be determined whether a problem is in an electrical
circuit or if it is a mechanical problem in the tr ...
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System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. DESCRIPTION
A part-time 2-speed VF2CM transfer uses a touch select 2-4 and high-low
system, enabling the driver to switch between 2WD, H4 and L4 modes by turning
the transfer position switch.
Through these switch signals, the 4 wheel drive control ECU actua ...
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. TABLE OF BOLT, SCREW AND NUT
HINT:
All bolts, screws and nuts relevant to installing and removing the instrument
panel are shown along with their alphabetic codes in the table below.
2. PRECAUTION
NOTICE:
After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be requ ...
Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK FOR DTC
HINT:
When using the Techstream with the engine switch off, connect the Techstream
to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds
or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then
select th ...
