Lost Communication with Alternator Missing Message (P161A87)
DESCRIPTION
The ECM communicates with the generator assembly via LIN communication. If a
LIN communication error is detected, the ECM stores this DTC.
DTC No.
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
P161A87
Generator assembly or ECM commu ...
Exhaust Gas and Carbon Monoxide Precautions
Vehicle exhaust contains substances that can be harmful to the human body if inhaled. Take appropriate precautions to prevent exhaust gases from entering the Toyota Tacoma passenger compartment.
WARNING
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide (CO), a harmful gas that is both
colorless and odorless. Be ...
Open in One Side of Bus 2 Branch Line
DESCRIPTION
When the CAN bus main lines are normal (no open, short to ground, short to +B
or short between lines) and there is an ECU or sensor on the "Communication Bus
Check" screen that is indicated as not communicating or whose connection status
on the "Communication Bus Ch ...
Removal
Components