Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Check For Intermittent Problems
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
HINT:
Inspect the vehicle ECM using check mode. Intermittent problems are easier to detect with the Techstream when the ECM is in check mode. In check mode, the ECM uses 1 trip detection logic, which is more sensitive to malfunctions than normal mode (default), which uses 2 trip detection logic.
- Clear DTCs (See page
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). - Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode using the Techstream (See
page ).
- Perform a simulation test (See page
).
- Check and wiggle the harness(es), connector(s) and terminal(s) (See
page ).
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the manual transaxle system.
*: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE
1.
VEHICLE BROUGH ...
Other materials:
Definition Of Terms
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Term
Definition
Monitor Description
Description of what the ECM monitors and how it detects malfunctions
(monitoring purpose and details).
Related DTCs
A group of diagnostic trouble codes that are ...
Steering Angle Sensor (C1A47)
DESCRIPTION
The blind spot monitor sensor receives steering angle signals from the spiral
cable with sensor sub-assembly via CAN communication.
DTC Code
DTC Detection Condition
Trouble Area
C1A47
A fail flag is transmitted from the ste ...
Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (IG and ACC)
DESCRIPTION
If any of the following operations are performed, the certification ECU (smart
key ECU assembly) receives a signal, and changes the power source mode.
With the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly in the cabin, the engine
switch is pressed.
When the battery of the e ...
