Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Data List / Active Test
DATA LIST / ACTIVE TEST
1. DATA LIST
Using the Techstream to read the Data List allows the values or states of switches, sensors, actuators and other items to be read without removing any parts. This non-intrusive inspection can be very useful because intermittent conditions or signals may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Reading the Data List information early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time.
NOTICE:
In the table below, the values listed under "Normal Condition" are reference values. Do not depend solely on these reference values when deciding whether a part is faulty or not.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Data List.
(e) Check the value(s) by referring to the table below.
Air Conditioner|
Tester Display |
Measurement Item/Range |
Normal Condition |
Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Ambient Temp Sensor |
Ambient temperature sensor / Min.: -23.30°C (-9.94°F) Max.: 65.95°C (150.71°F) |
Actual ambient temperature displayed |
- |
|
Adjusted Ambient Temp |
Adjusted ambient temperature / Min.: -30.80°C (-23.44°F) Max.: 50.80°C (123.44°F) |
- |
- |
|
Evaporator Fin Thermistor |
Cooler thermistor sensor (evaporator temperature sensor) / Min.: -29.70°C (-21.46°F) Max.: 59.55°C (139.19°F) |
Actual evaporator temperature displayed |
- |
|
Evaporator Target Temp |
Evaporator target temperature / Min.: -327.68°C (-557.82°F) Max.: 327.67°C (621.81°F) |
Evaporator target temperature displayed |
- |
|
Engine Coolant Temp |
Engine coolant temperature sensor / Min.: 1.30°C (34.34°F) Max.: 90.55°C (194.99°F) |
Actual engine coolant temperature displayed |
- |
|
Regulator Pressure Sensor |
Air conditioner pressure sensor / Min.: -66.22 psi (gauge) Max.: 477.68 psi (gauge) |
Actual pressure is displayed |
- |
|
Electric Heater Count*1 |
Maximum heater operation level / Min.: 0 Max.: 3 |
Maximum possible operation level of quick heater assembly (PTC heater) displayed |
- |
|
Electric Heater Active Level*1 |
Actual heater operation level / Min.: 0 Max.: 3 |
Actual operation level of quick heater assembly (PTC heater) displayed |
- |
|
Refrigerant Gas Type |
Refrigerant gas type / R134a or 1234yf |
Refrigerant gas type displayed |
- |
|
Number of Trouble Codes |
Number of trouble codes / Min.: 0 Max.: 255 |
Number of DTCs displayed |
- |
- *1: w/ PTC Heater
2. ACTIVE TEST
Using the Techstream to perform Active Tests allows relays, VSVs, actuators and other items to be operated without removing any parts. This non-intrusive functional inspection can be very useful because intermittent operation may be discovered before parts or wiring is disturbed. Performing Active Tests early in troubleshooting is one way to save diagnostic time. Data List information can be displayed while performing Active Tests.
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Air Conditioner / Active Test.
(e) Check the operation by referring to the table below.
Air Conditioner|
Tester Display |
Test Part |
Control Range |
Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Magnetic Clutch Relay |
Air conditioning system operation |
OFF, ON |
- |
|
Mirror Heater Relay |
Mirror heater |
OFF, ON |
- |
|
Electrical Fan |
Electrical Fan |
OFF, ON |
- |
|
Heater Active Level*1 |
Quick heater assembly |
Min.: 0, Max.: 3 |
- |
- *1: w/ PTC Heater
Terminals Of Ecu
TERMINALS OF ECU
1. AIR CONDITIONING AMPLIFIER ASSEMBLY
HINT:
Check from the rear of the connector while it is connected to the air conditioning
amplifier assembly.
Terminal No.
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Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
Air Conditioning System
DTC Code
Detection Item
Memory
See page
B1412
Ambient Temperature Sensor ...
Other materials:
Open in Bus 5 Main Bus Line
DESCRIPTION
There may be an open circuit in one of the CAN main bus lines when the resistance
between terminals 15 (CA5H) and 16 (CA5L) of the central gateway ECU (network gateway
ECU) is 70 Ω or higher.
Detection Item
Trouble Area
Resistance between ter ...
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
Use the table below to help determine the causes of the problem symptom.
The potential causes of the symptoms are listed in order of probability
in the "Suspected Area" column of the table. Check each symptom by checking
the suspected area ...
Clutch start cancel switch
The switch allows the vehicle to be driven out of difficult situations by cranking
the engine with the clutch engaged.
Never use the switch for normal engine starting. Be sure to follow the starting
procedure.
Press the CLUTCH START CANCEL switch to cancel the clutch start system when the
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