Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
(a) The Electronic Controlled Automatic Transmission (ECT) is an automatic transmission that has its shift timing electronically controlled by the ECM. The ECM detects electrical signals that indicate engine and driving conditions, and controls the shift point, based on driver's habits and road conditions. As a result, fuel efficiency and transmission performance are improved.
Shift shock has been reduced by controlling the engine and transmission simultaneously.
In addition, the ECT has features such as:
- Diagnostic function.
- Fail-safe function for use when a malfunction occurs.
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
The ECM of this system is connected to the CAN communication system.
Therefore, before starting troubleshooting, make sure to check that there
is no tro ...
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
The configuration of the electronic control system in the AC60E automatic transmission
is as shown in the following chart.
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Other materials:
Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY
(a) Using an engine lifter or equivalent, engage the 2 pins to install the rear
bumper assembly.
Text in Illustration
*a
Pin
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NOTICE:
Using plate lift attachments or equiv ...
Vehicle data recordings
Your Toyota is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record
certain data, such as: • Engine speed
• Accelerator status
• Brake status
• Vehicle speed
• Shift position (except manual transmission)
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and opt ...
Front Occupant Classification Sensor RH Collision Detection (B1786)
DESCRIPTION
DTC B1786 is set when the occupant detection ECU receives a collision detection
signal, which is sent by the front occupant classification sensor RH when an accident
occurs.
DTC B1786 is also set when the front seat with adjuster frame assembly RH is
subjected to a strong impact, ...
