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:
Installation
INSTALLATION
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Replace the blind spot monitor sensor if it has been dropped or subjected to
a severe impact.
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL BLIND SPOT MONITOR SENSOR LH
(a) Install the blind spot monitor sensor LH with the 3 nuts.
Torque:
9.0 N·m {92 kgf·cm, 80 in·l ...
Chassis
General Maintenance
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT STEERING LINKAGE
(a) Check the steering wheel free play (See page
).
(b) Check the steering linkage for looseness or damage.
(1) Check that the tie rod ends do not have excessive play.
(2) Check that the dust seals and boots are ...
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
1. OPERATION FLOW
HINT:
Perform troubleshooting in accordance with the procedures below. The following
is an outline of basic troubleshooting procedures. Confirm the troubleshooting procedures
for the circuit you are working on before beginning troubleshoot ...
