Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: System Description

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

1. LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

The LIN communication system is used for communication between the components in the tables below. If communication cannot be performed through LIN communication because of an open in the communication lines or other reasons, the master control ECU of the relevant system will store a DTC. Refer to the table below about the communication bus lines and connected components.

HINT:

Each component has a fail-safe function which activates to maintain the minimum performance of the system and protect the system.
In the following table, "○" indicates that the function applies, and "-" indicates that it does not.

Door Bus Lines

Component	Master Control	LIN Communication DTC Output Function
Main Body ECU (Multiplex Network Body ECU)	○	○
Front Power Window Regulator Motor Assembly LH*1	-	-
Front Power Window Regulator Motor Assembly RH*1	-	-
Power Window Regulator Master Switch Assembly*1	-	-
Sliding Roof ECU (Sliding Roof Drive Gear Sub-assembly)*2	-	-

*1: w/ Jam Protection Function
*2: w/ Sliding Roof

Certification Bus Lines (w/ Smart Key System)

Component	Master Control	LIN Communication DTC Output Function
Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly)	○	○
Steering Lock ECU (Steering Lock Actuator or Upper Bracket Assembly)	-	-

Parts Location

PARTS LOCATION ILLUSTRATION ILLUSTRATION ILLUSTRATION ...

System Diagram

SYSTEM DIAGRAM 1. DOOR BUS LINES 2. CERTIFICATION BUS LINES (w/ Smart Key System) ...

Other materials:

Rear Differential Lock Control SW Stuck ON (P17CC)
DESCRIPTION This DTC is output when a malfunction of the differential lock switch is detected. DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area P17CC Rear Differential Lock Control SW Stuck ON ...

Dtc Check / Clear
DTC CHECK / CLEAR CHECK 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: Chassis / LKA/LDA / Trouble Codes. (e) Check for DTCs. Click here CLEAR DTC (a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3. (b) Turn ...

Reassembly
REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. INSTALL CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR HINGE SUB-ASSEMBLY (a) Engage the 2 guides to install the console compartment door hinge sub-assembly. (b) Install the 4 screws. (c) Engage the 2 guides and 4 claws ...