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Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Precaution

PRECAUTION

1. PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING TECHSTREAM

(a) When using the Techstream with the engine switch off to troubleshoot: Connect the Techstream to the DLC3, and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at 1.5 second or less intervals until communication between the Techstream and vehicle begins.

(b) After all DTCs are cleared, check if the trouble occurs again 6 seconds after turning the engine switch on (IG).

2. PRECAUTION FOR REGISTRATION

(a) If replacing any of the following parts, refer to the registration procedures (See page NOTICE: ).

NOTICE:

Any keys or ECUs for which registration has been performed cannot be reused.

(1) Certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)

(2) Steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or upr bracket assembly)

(3) Electrical key transmitter sub-assembly

(b) After replacing the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator or upr bracket assembly), confirm the lock/unlock operation of the steering lock.

Operation

Steering Lock

Operation Condition

Locks

With the engine switch off, open and close any door.

Unlocks

Turn the engine switch from off to on (ACC) or on (IG).

3. PRECAUTIONS FOR BATTERY

(a) Immediately after disconnecting and reconnecting the battery cable, the entry unlock function may not operate. If this occurs, the entry unlock function can be restored by performing a wireless door lock and unlock operation.

(b) When the battery is discharged, if the battery of another vehicle is used to jump start the engine, move the shift lever to P and open and close the driver door with the engine switch off before starting the engine.

(c) After the battery is removed and reinstalled, be sure to wait 10 seconds or more before the next engine start. The engine may not start immediately after the battery is reinstalled.

HINT:

  • After disconnecting and reconnecting the battery cable, the engine may not start on the first attempt. If this occurs, turn the engine switch off. The engine will start normally from the second time onward.
  • When the battery cable is disconnected and reconnected, the power source mode returns to the mode it was in before the battery cable was disconnected.
Parts Location
PARTS LOCATION ILLUSTRATION ILLUSTRATION ...

System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 1. ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM DESCRIPTION (a) The engine immobiliser system determines whether or not to enable starting of the SFI system based on a comparison of the key ID cod ...

Other materials:

Check Bus 2 Lines for Short Circuit
DESCRIPTION There may be a short circuit between the CAN main bus lines and/or CAN branch lines when the resistance between terminals 18 (CA4H) and 17 (CA4L) of the central gateway ECU (network gateway ECU) is below 54 Ω. Detection Item Trouble Area Resi ...

Removal
REMOVAL PROCEDURE 1. REMOVE SHIFT LEVER KNOB SUB-ASSEMBLY (for Automatic Transmission) (a) Using a molding remover A, disengage the 2 claws to separate the shifting hole cover sub-assembly. (b) Rotate the shift lever knob sub-as ...

4WD ECU Malfunction (P163B)
DESCRIPTION This DTC is output when a malfunction is detected in the 4 wheel drive control ECU internal circuit. DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area P163B 4WD ECU Malfunction Dia ...

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