INTRODUCTION for Your Toyota Avensis 4 Door First Generation (1997-2003)

INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
IN–1  
IN–1  
IN–3  
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . .  
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION AND  
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
VEHICLE LIFT AND  
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SUPPORT LOCATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
FOR ALL OF VEHICLES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
PRECAUTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT  
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ECU CONTROLLED SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . .  
GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
HOW TO PROCEED WITH  
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TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC CHART  
AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . .  
TERMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL . . . .  
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IN–1  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL  
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL  
IN00U–65  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
1.  
INDEX  
An INDEX is provided on the first page of each section to guide you to the item to be repaired. To assist you  
in finding your way through the manual, the section title and major heading are given at the top of every page.  
2.  
PRECAUTION  
At the beginning of each section, a PRECAUTION is given that pertains to all repair operations contained  
in that section.  
Read these precautions before starting any repair task.  
3.  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
TROUBLESHOOTING tables are included for each system to help you diagnose the problem and find the  
cause. The fundamentals of how to proceed with troubleshooting are described on page IN–20.  
Be sure to read this before performing troubleshooting.  
4.  
PREPARATION  
Preparation lists the SST (Special Service Tools), recommended tools, equipment, lubricant and SSM (Spe-  
cial Service Materials) which should be prepared before beginning the operation and explains the purpose  
of each one.  
5.  
REPAIR PROCEDURES  
Most repair operations begin with an overview illustration. It identifies the components and shows how the  
parts fit together.  
Example:  
FillerCap  
Float  
ClevisPin  
Clip  
z Gasket  
Reservoir Tank  
Boot  
z Grommet  
Slotted Spring Pin  
12(120, 9)  
Clevis  
Lock Nut  
15(155,11)  
Snap Ring  
Washer  
Push Rod  
Piston  
Cylinder  
N·m (kgf·cm, ft·lbf)  
: Specified torque  
z Non–reusable part  
N17080  
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The procedures are presented in a step–by–step format:  
S
S
S
The illustration shows what to do and where to do it.  
The task heading tells what to do.  
The detailed text tells how to perform the task and gives other information such as specifications  
and warnings.  
Exampleȧ  
Taskheading: what to do  
21. CHECK PISTON STROKE OF OVERDRIVE BRAKE  
(a) Place SST and a dial indicator onto the overdrive brake pis-  
ton as shown in the illustration.  
SST 09350–30020 (09350–06120)  
Illustration:  
what to do and where  
Set part No.  
Component part No.  
Detailed text : how to do task  
(b) Measure the stroke applying and releasing the compressed  
2
air(392Ċ 785 kPa, 4 Ċ 8 kgf/cm or57Ċ 114psi)asshown  
in the illustration.  
Piston stroke: 1.40 Ċ 1.70 mm (0.0551 Ċ 0.0669 in.)  
Specification  
This format provides the experienced technician with a FAST TRACK to the information needed. The upper  
case task heading can be read at a glance when necessary, and the text below it provides detailed informa-  
tion. Important specifications and warnings always stand out in bold type.  
6.  
REFERENCES  
References have been kept to a minimum. However, when they are required you are given the page to refer  
to.  
7.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Specifications are presented in bold type throughout the text where needed. You never have to leave the  
procedure to look up your specifications. They are also found in Service Specifications section for quick ref-  
erence.  
8.  
CAUTIONS, NOTICES, HINTS:  
S
CAUTIONS are presented in bold type, and indicate there is a possibility of injury to you or other  
people.  
S
S
NOTICES are also presented in bold type, and indicate the possibility of damage to the components  
being repaired.  
HINTS are separated from the text but do not appear in bold. They provide additional information to  
help you perform the repair efficiently.  
9.  
SI UNIT  
The UNITS given in this manual are primarily expressed according to the SI UNIT (International System of  
Unit), and alternately expressed in the metric system and in the English System.  
Example:  
Torque: 30 N·m (310 kgf·cm, 22 ft·lbf)  
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IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION  
IDENTIFICATION INFORMATION  
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION AND  
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER  
IN06B–11  
1.  
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER  
The vehicle identification number is stamped in the engine  
compartment. This number has also been stamped on the  
manufacturers label.  
A
A: Vehicle Identification Number  
B: Manufacturer’s Label  
2.  
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER  
B
The engine serial number is stamped on the engine block, as  
shown in the illustration.  
B02393  
1AZ–FSE engine:  
1ZZ–FE, 3ZZ–FE engines:  
3S–FE engine:  
1CD–FTV engine:  
B12481  
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REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS  
IN03Z–03  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
BASIC REPAIR HINT  
(a) Use fender, seat and floor covers to keep the vehicle  
clean and prevent damage.  
(b) During disassembly, keep parts in the appropriate order  
to facilitate reassembly.  
(c) Installation and removal of battery terminal:  
(1) Before performing electrical work, disconnect the  
negative (–) terminal cable from the battery.  
(2) If it is necessary to disconnect the battery for in-  
spection or repair, first disconnect the negative (–)  
terminal.  
FI1066  
(3) When disconnecting the terminal cable, to prevent  
damage to the battery terminal, loosen the cable  
nut and raise the cable straight up without twisting  
or prying it.  
(4) Clean the battery terminals and cable ends with a  
clean shop rag. Do not scrape them with a file or oth-  
er abrasive objects.  
(5) Install the cable ends to the battery terminals after  
loosening the nut and tighten the nut after installa-  
tion. Do not use a hammer to tap the cable ends  
onto the terminals.  
(6) Be sure the cover for the positive (+) terminal is  
properly in place.  
(d) Check hose and wiring connectors to make sure that they  
are connected securely and correctly.  
(e) Non–reusable parts  
(1) Always replace cotter pins, gaskets, O–rings and oil  
seals, etc. with new ones.  
(2) Non–reusable parts are indicated in the component  
illustrations by the ”z” symbol.  
(f)  
Precoated parts  
Precoated parts are bolts and nuts, etc. that are coated  
with a seal lock adhesive at the factory.  
(1) If a precoated part is retightened, loosened or  
caused to move in any way, it must be recoated with  
the specified adhesive.  
(2) When reusing precoated parts, clean off the old  
adhesive and dry with compressed air. Then apply  
the specified seal lock adhesive to the bolt, nut or  
threads.  
(3) Precoated parts are indicated in the component il-  
lustrations by the ”L” symbol.  
(g) When necessary, use a sealer on gaskets to prevent  
leaks.  
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(h) Carefully observe all specifications for bolt tightening  
torques. Always use a torque wrench.  
(i)  
Use of special service tools (SST) and special service ma-  
terials (SSM) may be required, depending on the nature  
of the repair. Be sure to use SST and SSM where speci-  
fied and follow the proper work procedure. A list of SST  
and SSM can be found in Preparation section in this  
manual.  
(j)  
When replacing fuses, be sure the new fuse has the cor-  
rect amperage rating. DO NOT exceed the rating or use  
one with a lower rating.  
Medium Current Fuse and High Current Fuse  
EqualAmperageRating  
Illustration  
Symbol  
Part Name  
Abbreviation  
FUSE  
FUSE  
MEDIUM CURRENT FUSE  
HIGH CURRENT FUSE  
FUSIBLE LINK  
M–FUSE  
H–FUSE  
FL  
CIRCUIT BREAKER  
CB  
V00076  
(k) Care must be taken when jacking up and supporting the  
vehicle. Be sure to lift and support the vehicle at the prop-  
er locations (See page IN–7).  
(1) If the vehicle is to be jacked up only at the front or  
rear end, make sure to place the stopper under the  
wheels at the opposite end to block them in order to  
ensure safety.  
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(2) After the vehicle is jacked up, be sure to support it  
on stands. It is extremely dangerous to do any work  
on a vehicle raised on a jack alone, even for a small  
job that can be finished quickly.  
(l)  
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to the  
following parts:  
(1) Do not open the cover or case of the ECU unless  
absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are  
touched, the IC may be destroyed by static electric-  
ity.)  
(2) To disconnect vacuum hoses, pull off the end, not  
the middle of the hose.  
WRONG  
CORRECT  
(3) To pull apart electrical connectors, pull on the con-  
nector itself, not the wires.  
(4) Be careful not to drop electrical components, such  
as sensors or relays. If they are dropped on a hard  
floor, they should be replaced and not reused.  
(5) When steam cleaning an engine, protect the elec-  
tronic components, air filter and emission–related  
components from water.  
(6) Never use an impact wrench to remove or install  
temperature switches or temperature sensors.  
(7) When checking continuity at the wire connector, in-  
sert the tester probe carefully to prevent terminals  
from bending.  
WRONG  
CORRECT  
(8) When using a vacuum gauge, never force the hose  
onto a connector that is too large. Use a step–down  
adapter for adjustment. Once the hose has been  
stretched, it may leak air.  
(m) Installation and removal of vacuum hose:  
(1) When disconnecting vacuum hoses, use tags to  
identify where they should be reconnected to.  
(2) After completing a job, double check that the vacu-  
um hoses are properly connected. A label under the  
hood shows the proper layout.  
Example  
(n) Unless otherwise stated, all resistance is measured at an  
ambient temperature of 20°C (68°F). Because the resis-  
tance may be outside specifications if measured at high  
temperatures immediately after the vehicle has been run-  
ning, measurement should be made when the engine has  
cooled down.  
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IN040–06  
VEHICLE LIFT AND SUPPORT LOCATIONS  
Front  
JACK POSITION  
Front  
Rear  
Front center member  
Rear suspension member  
CAUTION : When jacking–up the rear and front, make sure the car is not  
carrying any extra weight.  
PANTOGRAPH JACK POSITION  
SUPPORT POSITION  
Safety stand and swing arm type lift  
B02394  
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PLATE TYPE LIFT  
ȏ
B
Attachment  
A
C
HINT :  
Left and right set position  
Place the vehicle over the center of the lift.  
D Align the cushion gum ends of the plate  
Front and rear set position  
with the attachment lower ends (A, C).  
D Align the attachment upper end (B) with the  
front jack supporting point (ȏ).  
Attachment dimensions  
85 mm (3.35in)  
70 mm (2.76 in)  
100 mm (3.94 in)  
200 mm (7.87 in)  
B02395  
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FOR ALL OF VEHICLES  
IN0HV–01  
PRECAUTION  
1.  
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SRS AIRBAG AND  
SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER  
(a) The AVENSIS/CORONA is equipped with an SRS (Sup-  
plemental Restraint System), such as the driver airbag,  
front passenger airbag, side airbags, curtain shield airbag  
and seat belt pretensioners.  
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct se-  
quence could cause the supplemental restraint system to  
unexpectedly deploy during servicing, possibly leading to  
a serious accident.  
Further, if a mistake is made in servicing the supplemental  
restraint system, it is possible the SRS may fail to operate  
when required. Before servicing (including removal or  
installation of parts, inspection or replacement), be sure  
to read the following items carefully, then follow the cor-  
rect procedure described in this manual.  
(b) GENERAL NOTICE  
Negative Cable  
(1) Malfunction symptoms of the supplemental re-  
straint system are difficult to confirm, so the diag-  
nostic trouble codes become the most important  
source of information when troubleshooting. When  
troubleshooting the supplemental restraint system,  
always inspect the diagnostic trouble codes before  
disconnecting the battery (See Pub. No. RM599E,  
page DI–152).  
BO4111  
(2) Work must be started after 90 seconds from the  
time the ignition switch is turned to the ”LOCK” posi-  
tion and the negative (–) terminal cable is discon-  
nected from the battery.  
(The supplemental restraint system is equipped  
with a back–up power source so that if work is  
started within 90 seconds of disconnecting the neg-  
ative (–) terminal cable from the battery, the SRS  
may deploy.)  
When the negative (–) terminal cable is discon-  
nected from the battery, memory of the clock and  
audio systems will be cancelled. So before starting  
work, make a record of the contents memorized by  
the each memory system. Then when work is fin-  
ished, reset the clock and audio systems as before.  
To avoid erasing the memory of each memory sys-  
tem, never use a back–up power supply from out-  
side the vehicle.  
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(3) Even in cases of a minor collision where the SRS  
does not deploy, the steering wheel pad (See Pub.  
No. RM599E, page RS–15), front passenger airbag  
assembly (See Pub. No. RM599E, page RS–28),  
side airbag assemblies (See Pub. No. RM698E,  
page RS–11), curtain shield airbag assemblies  
(See Pub. No. RM698E, page RS–25) and seat belt  
pretensioners (See Pub. No. RM599E, page  
BO–152) should be inspected.  
(4) Never use SRS parts from another vehicle. When  
replacing parts, replace them with new parts.  
(5) Before repairs, remove the airbag sensor if shocks  
are likely to be applied to the sensor during repairs.  
(6) Never disassemble and repair the airbag sensor as-  
sembly, side airbag sensor assembly, steering  
wheel pad, front passenger airbag, side airbag or  
seat belt pretensioner in order to reuse them.  
(7) If the airbag sensor assembly, side airbag sensor  
assembly, steering wheel pad, front passenger air-  
bag, side airbag or seat belt pretensioner have  
been dropped, or if there are cracks, dents or other  
defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace  
them with new ones.  
(8) Do not directly expose the airbag sensor assembly,  
side airbag sensor assembly, steering wheel pad,  
front passenger airbag, side airbag or seat belt pre-  
tensioner to hot air or flames.  
(9) Use a volt/ohmmeter with high impedance (10 k/V  
minimum) for troubleshooting of the electrical cir-  
cuit.  
(10) Information labels are attached to the periphery of  
the SRS components. Follow the instructions on the  
notices.  
(11) After work on the supplemental restraint system is  
completed, check the SRS warning light (See Pub.  
No. RM599E, page DI–152).  
(c) SPIRAL CABLE (in Combination Switch)  
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering  
column with the spiral cable at the neutral position, other-  
wise cable disconnection and other troubles may result.  
Refer to Pub. No. RM599E, page SR–18 of this manual  
concerning correct steering wheel installation.  
Match marks  
R11910  
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(d) STEERING WHEEL PAD (with Airbag)  
(1) When removing the steering wheel pad or handling  
a new steering wheel pad, it should be placed with  
the pad top surface facing up.  
Storing the pad with its metallic surface facing up-  
ward may lead to a serious accident if the airbag in-  
flates for some reason. In addition do not store a  
steering wheel pad on top of another one.  
(2) Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib.  
(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very  
dangerous.)  
(3) Grease should not be applied to the steering wheel  
pad and the pad should not be cleaned with deter-  
gents of any kind.  
(4) Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient  
temperature remains below 93°C (200°F), without  
high humidity and away from electrical noise.  
(5) When using electric welding, first disconnect the air-  
bag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) under the  
steering column near the combination switch con-  
nector before starting work.  
(6) When disposing of a vehicle or the steering wheel  
pad alone, the airbag should be deployed using an  
SST before disposal (See Pub. No. RM599E, page  
RS–17).  
Carry out the operation in a safe place away from  
electrical noise.  
Example:  
Correct  
Wrong  
B02401  
Example:  
Z13950  
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(e) FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  
(1) Always store a removed or new front passenger air-  
bag assembly with the airbag deployment direction  
facing up.  
Storing the airbag assembly with the airbag deploy-  
ment direction facing down could cause a serious  
accident if the airbag inflates.  
(2) Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib.  
(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very  
dangerous.)  
(3) Grease should not be applied to the front passen-  
ger airbag assembly and the airbag door should not  
be cleaned with detergents of any kind.  
(4) Store the airbag assembly where the ambient tem-  
perature remains below 93°C (200°F), without high  
humidity and away from electrical noise.  
(5) When using electric welding, first disconnect the air-  
bag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) installed on  
the assembly before starting work.  
(6) When disposing of a vehicle or the airbag assembly  
alone, the airbag should be deployed using an SST  
before disposal (See Pub. No. RM599E, page  
RS–30).  
Perform the operation in a safe place away from  
electrical noise.  
Example:  
Correct  
Wrong  
B02402  
Example:  
B02404  
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(f)  
SIDE AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  
(1) Always store a removed or new side airbag assem-  
bly with the airbag deployment direction facing up.  
Storing the airbag assembly with the airbag deploy-  
ment direction facing down could cause a serious  
accident if the airbag inflates.  
(2) Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib.  
(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very  
dangerous.)  
(3) Grease should not be applied to the side airbag as-  
sembly and the surface should not be cleaned with  
detergents of any kind.  
(4) Store the airbag assembly where the ambient tem-  
perature remains below 93°C (200°F), without high  
humidity and away from electrical noise.  
(5) When using electric welding, first disconnect the air-  
bag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) under the  
seat before starting work.  
(6) When disposing of a vehicle or the side airbag as-  
sembly alone, the airbag should be deployed using  
an SST before disposal (See Pub. No. RM698E,  
page RS–12).  
Perform the operation in a safe place away from  
electrical noise.  
Example:  
Correct  
Wrong  
B02129  
Example:  
B01546  
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(g) CURTAIN SHIELD AIRBAG ASSEMBLY  
(1) Always store a removed or new curtain shield air-  
bag assembly in a clear plastic bag, and keep it in  
a safe place.  
NOTICE:  
Protection bag is not reuse.  
CAUTION:  
Never disassemble the curtain shield airbag assembly.  
(2) Never measure the resistance of the airbag squib  
(This may cause the airbag to deploy, which is very  
dangerous.).  
(3) Grease should not be applied to the curtain shield  
airbag assembly and the surface should not be  
cleaned with detergents of any kind.  
(4) Store the airbag assembly where the ambient tem-  
perature remains below 93°C (200°F), without high  
humidity and away from electrical noise.  
(5) When using electric welding, first disconnect the air-  
bag connector (yellow color and 2 pins) into the  
instrument panel before starting work.  
(6) When disposing of a vehicle or the curtain shield air-  
bag assembly alone, the airbag should be deployed  
using an SST before disposal (See Pub. No.  
RM698E, page RS–26).  
Perform the operation in a safe place away from  
electrical noise.  
Example:  
Clear Plastic Bag  
Wrong  
Correct  
B08604  
H11622 H12060  
Example:  
B08605  
H12059R06952  
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(h) SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER  
(1) Never measure the resistance of the seat belt pre-  
tensioner. (This may cause the pretensioner oper-  
ates, which is very dangerous.)  
(2) Oil or water should not be put on the front seat outer  
belt and the front seat outer belt should not be  
cleaned with detergents of any kind.  
(3) Store the front seat outer belt where the ambient  
temperature remains below 80°C (176°F), without  
high humidity and away from electrical noise.  
(4) When using electric welding, first disconnect the  
connector (yellow color and 2 pins) installed at the  
center pillar lower garnish before starting work.  
(5) When disposing of a vehicle or a front seat outer  
belt alone, the seat belt pretensioner should be acti-  
vated before disposal (See Pub. No. RM599E,  
page BO–153). Perform the operation in a safe  
place away from electrical noise.  
(i)  
AIRBAG SENSOR ASSEMBLY  
(1) Never reuse the airbag sensor assembly involved  
in a collision when the SRS has deployed.  
(2) The connectors to the airbag sensor assembly  
should be connected or disconnected with the sen-  
sor mounted on the floor. If the connectors are con-  
nected or disconnected while the airbag sensor as-  
sembly is not mounted to the floor, it could cause  
undesired ignition of the supplemental restraint sys-  
tem.  
(3) Work must be started after 90 seconds from the  
time the ignition switch is turned to the ”LOCK” posi-  
tion and the negative (–) terminal cable is discon-  
nected from the battery, even if only loosing the set  
bolts of the airbag sensor assembly.  
(j)  
WIRE HARNESS AND CONNECTOR  
The SRS wire harness is integrated with the instrument  
panel wire harness and the cowl wire harness assembly  
and floor wire harness assembly. The wires for the SRS  
wire harness are encased in a yellow corrugated tube. All  
the connectors for the system are also a standard yellow  
color. If the SRS wire harness becomes disconnected or  
the connector becomes broken due to an accident, etc.,  
repair or replace it as shown on Pub. No. RM599E, page  
RS–65.  
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FOR ALL OF VEHICLES  
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A CATALYTIC CONVERTER  
CAUTION:  
If large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it may overheat and create a fire haz-  
ard. To prevent this, observe the following precautions and explain them to your customer.  
(a) Use only unleaded gasoline.  
(b) Avoid prolonged idling.  
Avoid running the engine at idle speed for more than 20 minutes.  
(c) Avoid spark jump test.  
(1) Perform spark jump test only when absolutely necessary. Perform this test as rapidly as possible.  
(2) While testing, never race the engine.  
(d) Avoid prolonged engine compression measurement.  
Engine compression tests must be done as rapidly as possible.  
(e) Do not run engine when fuel tank is nearly empty.  
This may cause the engine to misfire and create an extra load on the converter.  
(f)  
Avoid coasting with ignition turned off and prolonged braking.  
(g) Do not dispose of used catalyst along with parts contaminated with gasoline or oil.  
3.  
IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE COMMUNICATION SYSTEM  
For vehicles with mobile communication systems such as two–way radios and cellular telephones, observe  
the following precautions.  
(1) Install the antenna as far as possible away from the ECU and sensors of the vehicle’s electronic  
system.  
(2) Install the antenna feeder at least 20 cm (7.87 in.) away from the ECU and sensors of the ve-  
hicle’s electronic systems. For details about ECU and sensors locations, refer to the section on  
the applicable component.  
(3) Do not wind the antenna feeder together with the other wiring as much as possible, also avoid  
running the antenna feeder parallel with other wire harnesses.  
(4) Check that the antenna and feeder are correctly adjusted.  
(5) Do not install powerful mobile communications system.  
4.  
FOR USING HAND–HELD TESTER  
CAUTION:  
Observe the following items for safety reasons:  
S
S
S
Before using the hand–held tester, the hand–held tester’s operator manual should be read thor-  
oughly.  
Be sure to route all cables securely when driving with the hand–held tester connected to the  
vehicle. (i.e. Keep cables away from feet, pedals, steering wheel and shift lever.)  
Two persons are required when test driving with the hand–held tester, one person to drive the  
vehicle and the other person to operate the hand–held tester.  
AVENSIS/CORONA SUP (RM781E)  
IN–17  
INTRODUCTION  
FOR ALL OF VEHICLES  
5.  
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER WINDOW CONTROL SYSTEM  
When the battery is disconnected or the power to the window regulator motor is cut, the power window con-  
trol system does not operate. It is necessary to initialize the system in the following procedures. Otherwise  
window cannot be operated normally.  
(1) Close window to the highest position.  
(2) Keep holding the switch for 5 seconds.  
(3) Check that automatic operation works. If not, repeat the above procedures.  
6.  
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SLIDING ROOF SYSTEM  
Sliding roof stop position might be required to be initialized when battery failures (such as battery disconnec-  
tion, connector disconnection and the voltage drop) are detected while the system is in operation. This also  
occurs when rotating the motor with the battery disconnected. Sliding roof initialization can be done by the  
following procedures.  
(1) Operate the roof up to the maximum tilt position.  
(2) Release the switch, and push it again in the same direction. (After 10 seconds have elapsed,  
initialization begins.)  
(3) The roof starts automatic operation if holding the switch, completes full one cycle (tilt down, slide  
open, slide close and tilt up) of travel. Do not release the switch until the roof stops.  
(4) Check that the roof stops at the correct position.  
AVENSIS/CORONA SUP (RM781E)  
IN–18  
INTRODUCTION  
FOR ALL OF VEHICLES  
7.  
FOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TRACTION CON-  
TROL (TRC) & VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL (VSC)  
SYSTEM  
NOTICE:  
S
When replacing the steering angle sensor or ECU, or  
when adjusting the front wheel alignment or steering  
wheel center point in accordance with the removing  
and installing or replacing the suspension, axle, or  
steering parts, make sure to perform the steering  
angle sensor zero point calibration (See page  
DI–171).  
S
S
Do not remove or install the VSC related parts unless  
necessary. Otherwise, there is a possibility that the  
setting of the VSC to be affected.  
When working on the VSC related operation, make  
sure to check that the preparations before and after  
work are completed according to the following  
instruction.  
S
When using a drum tester such as a speedometer tes-  
ter or chassis dynamometer, etc., or jacking up the  
front wheels and driving the wheels, always push in  
the TRC & VSC cut (”VSC OFF”) switch and turn the  
TRC & VSC system OFF.  
(a) Press the VSC OFF switch.  
(b) Check that the VSC OFF indicator light comes ON.  
HINT:  
The VSC OFF indicator light should be always OFF when the  
engine is restarted.  
F12737  
B12536  
F12737  
(c) Begin measurements.  
(d) Press the VSC OFF switch again to change the TRC &  
VSC system to operational condition and check that the  
VSC OFF indicator light goes off.  
HINT:  
S
The SLIP indicator light blinks when the TRC system is  
operational.  
S
The SLIP indicator light blinks and the VSC buzzer  
sounds when the VSC system is operational.  
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IN–19  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOTECU CONTROLLED  
SYSTEMS  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT ECU CONTROLLED SYSTEMS  
IN00Z–45  
GENERAL INFORMATION  
A large number of ECU controlled systems are used in the AVENSIS/CORONA. In general, the ECU con-  
trolled system is considered to be a very intricate system requiring a high level of technical knowledge and  
expert skill to troubleshoot. However, the fact is that if you proceed to inspect the circuits one by one, trouble-  
shooting of these systems is not complex. If you have adequate understanding of the system and a basic  
knowledge of electricity, accurate diagnosis and necessary repair can be performed to locate and fix the  
problem. This manual is designed through emphasis of the above standpoint to help service technicians  
perform accurate and effective troubleshooting, and is compiled for the following major ECU controlled sys-  
tems:  
The troubleshooting procedure and how to make use of it are described on the following pages.  
System  
Page  
DI–1  
1. AutomaticTransaxle(A246E)  
2. AutomaticTransaxle(U240E)  
DI–60  
DI–127  
DI–169  
DI–255  
3. Anti–Lock Brake System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)  
4. ABS with EBD & BA & TRC & VSC System  
5. EngineImmobiliserSystem  
FOR USING HAND–HELD TESTER  
S
Before using the hand–held tester, the hand–held tester’s operator manual should be read thoroughly.  
If the hand–held tester cannot communicate with ECU controlled systems when you have connected  
the cable of the hand–held tester to DLC3, turned the ignition switch ON and operated the scan tool,  
there is a problem on the vehicle side or tool side.  
S
(1) If communication is normal when the tool is connected to another vehicle, inspect the diagnosis  
data link line (Busęline) or ECU power circuit of the vehicle.  
(2) If communication is still not possible when the tool is connected to another vehicle, the problem  
is probably in the tool itself, so perform the Self Test procedures outline in the Tester Operator’s  
Manual.  
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IN–20  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOTECU CONTROLLED  
SYSTEMS  
IN06D–10  
HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING  
Carry out troubleshooting in accordance with the procedure on the following page. Here, only the basic pro-  
cedure is shown. Details are provided in DI section, showing the most effective methods for each circuit.  
Confirm the troubleshooting procedures first for the relevant circuit before beginning troubleshooting of that  
circuit.  
Vehicle Brought to Workshop  
1
Ask the customer about the conditions and the  
environment when the problem occurred.  
1
Customer Problem  
Analysis  
3
2
Symptom Confirmation  
and Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Check  
Symptom Simulation  
2, 3  
Confirm the symptoms and the problem conditions,  
and check the diagnostic trouble codes.  
(When the problem symptoms do not appear  
during confirmation, use the symptom simulation  
method described later on.)  
4
Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Chart  
5
Problem Symptoms Table  
4, 5, 6  
Check the results obtained in Step 2, then confirm  
the inspection procedure for the system or the part  
which should be checked using the diagnostic  
trouble code chart or the problem symptoms table.  
6
Circuit Inspection or Parts  
Inspection  
7
7
8
Check and repair the affected system or part in  
accordance with the instructions in Step 6.  
Repair  
8
Confirmation Test  
End  
After completing repairs, confirm that the problem  
has been eliminated.  
(If the problem is not reproduced, perform the  
confirmation test under the same conditions and  
in the same environment as when it occurred for  
the first time.)  
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IN–21  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOTECU CONTROLLED  
SYSTEMS  
1.  
CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS  
In troubleshooting, the problem symptoms must be confirmed accurately and all preconceptions must be  
cleared away in order to give an accurate judgement. To ascertain just what the problem symptoms are, it  
is extremely important to ask the customer about the problem and the conditions at the time it occurred.  
Important Point in the Problem Analysis:  
The following 5 items are important points in the problem analysis. Past problems which are thought to be  
unrelated and the repair history, etc. may also help in some cases, so as much information as possible should  
be gathered and its relationship with the problem symptoms should be correctly ascertained for reference  
in troubleshooting. A customer problem analysis table is provided in DI section for each system for your use.  
Important Points in the Customer Problem Analysis  
D What ––––– Vehicle model, system name  
D When ––––– Date, time, occurrence frequency  
D Where ––––– Road conditions  
D Under what conditions? ––––– Running conditions, driving conditions, weather conditions  
D How did it happen? ––––– Problem symptoms  
(Sample) Supplemental restraint system check sheet.  
CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS CHECK  
Inspector’s  
Supplemental Restraint System Check Sheet  
Name  
RegistrationNo.  
RegistrationYear  
/
/
/
/
Customer’s Name  
Frame No.  
km  
miles  
OdometerReading  
DateVehicleBroughtIn  
/
/
Date Problem First Occurred  
Weather  
Other  
Fine  
Cloudy  
Rainy  
Snowy  
Approx.  
Temperature  
Starting  
Driving  
Idling  
Constantspeed  
Other  
VehicleOperation  
[
Acceleration  
Deceleration  
]
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2.  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOTECU CONTROLLED  
SYSTEMS  
SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK  
The diagnostic system in the AVENSIS/CORONA fulfills various functions. The first function is the Diagnostic  
Trouble Code Check in which a malfunction in the signal circuits to the ECU is stored in code in the ECU  
memory at the time of occurrence, to be output by the technician during troubleshooting. Another function  
is the Input Signal Check which checks if the signals from various switches are sent to the ECU correctly.  
By using these check functions, the problem areas can be narrowed down quickly and troubleshooting can  
be performed effectively. Diagnostic functions are incorporated in the following systems in the AVENSIS/CO-  
RONA.  
Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Check  
Input Signal Check  
(Sensor Check)  
Diagnostic Test  
System  
Mode (Active Test)  
f
1. AutomaticTransaxle(A246E)  
2. AutomaticTransaxle(U240E)  
f
f
(with check mode)  
f
(with check mode)  
3. Anti–Lock Brake System with Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)  
4. ABS with EBD & BA & TRC & VSC System  
5. EngineImmobiliserSystem  
f
f
f
f
f
f
f
In diagnostic trouble code check, it is very important to determine whether the problem indicated by the diag-  
nostic trouble code is still occurring or occurred in the past but returned to normal at present. In addition,  
it must be checked in the problem symptom check whether the malfunction indicated by the diagnostic  
trouble code is directly related to the problem symptom or not. For this reason, the diagnostic trouble codes  
should be checked before and after the symptom confirmation to determine the current conditions, as shown  
in the table below. If this is not done, it may, depending on the case, result in unnecessary troubleshooting  
for normally operating systems, thus making it more difficult to locate the problem, or in repairs not pertinent  
to the problem. Therefore, always follow the procedure in correct order and perform the diagnostic trouble  
code check.  
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK PROCEDURE  
Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Check (Make a  
note of and then clear)  
Confirmation  
of Symptoms  
Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Check  
Problem Condition  
Problem symptoms Same diagnostic  
Diagnostic Trouble  
Code Display  
Problem is still occurring in the diagnostic  
circuit  
exist  
trouble code is  
displayed  
Normal code is  
displayed  
The problem is still occurring in a place  
other than in the diagnostic circuit  
(The diagnostic trouble code displayed  
first is either for a past problem or it is a  
secondary problem)  
No problem  
symptoms exist  
The problem occurred in the diagnostic  
circuit in the past  
The problem is still occurring in a place  
other than in the diagnostic circuit  
Problem symptoms Normal code is  
Normal Code Display  
exist  
displayed  
No problem  
symptoms exist  
Normal code is  
displayed  
The problem occurred in a place other  
than in the diagnostic circuit in the past  
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INTRODUCTION  
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SYSTEMS  
Taking into account the above points, a flow chart showing how to proceed with troubleshooting using the  
diagnostic trouble code check is shown below. This flow chart shows how to utilize the diagnostic trouble  
code check effectively, then by carefully checking the results, indicates how to proceed either to diagnostic  
trouble code troubleshooting or to troubleshooting of problem symptoms.  
Diagnostic trouble code check  
Making a note of and clearing of the diagnostic trouble codes displayed  
Symptom confirmation  
No problem symptoms  
Problem symptoms  
exist  
exist  
Simulation test using the symptom  
simulation methods  
Diagnostic trouble code check  
D Diagnostic trouble code displayed  
D Problem symptoms exist  
D Normal code displayed  
D Normal code displayed  
D Problem symptoms exist  
D No problem symptoms exist  
Troubleshooting of each  
problem symptom  
Troubleshooting of problem indicated  
by diagnostic trouble code  
System Normal  
If a diagnostic trouble code was  
displayed in the initial diagnostic  
trouble code check, it indicates  
that the trouble may have occurred  
in a wire harness or connector in  
that circuit in the past. Therefore,  
check the wire harness and con-  
nectors (See page IN–30).  
AVENSIS/CORONA SUP (RM781E)  
IN–24  
3.  
INTRODUCTION  
HOW TO TROUBLESHOOTECU CONTROLLED  
SYSTEMS  
SYMPTOM SIMULATION  
The most difficult case in troubleshooting is when there are no problem symptoms occurring. In such cases,  
a thorough customer problem analysis must be carried out, then simulate the same or similar conditions and  
environment in which the problem occurred in the customer’s vehicle. No matter how much experience a  
technician has, or how skilled he or she may be, if he or she proceeds to troubleshoot without confirming  
the problem symptoms he or she will tend to overlook something important in the repair operation and make  
a wrong guess somewhere, which will only lead to a standstill. For example, for a problem which only occurs  
when the engine is cold, or for a problem which occurs due to vibration caused by the road during driving,  
etc., the problem can never be determined so long as the symptoms are confirmed with the engine hot condi-  
tion or the vehicle at a standstill. Since vibration, heat or water penetration (moisture) is likely cause for prob-  
lem which is difficult to reproduce, the symptom simulation tests introduced here are effective measures in  
that the external causes are applied to the vehicle in a stopped condition.  
Important Points in the Symptom Simulation Test:  
In the symptom simulation test, the problem symptoms should of course be confirmed, but the problem area  
or parts must also be found out. To do this, narrow down the possible problem circuits according to the symp-  
toms before starting this test and connect a tester beforehand. After that, carry out the symptom simulation  
test, judging whether the circuit being tested is defective or normal and also confirming the problem symp-  
toms at the same time. Refer to the problem symptoms table for each system to narrow down the possible  
causes of the symptom.  
1
VIBRATION METHOD: When vibration seems to be the major cause.  
CONNECTORS  
Slightly shake the connector vertically and horizontally.  
Shake Slightly  
WIRE HARNESS  
Slightly shake the wire harness vertically and horizontally.  
The connector joint, fulcrum of the vibration, and body  
through portion are the major areas to be checked thorough-  
ly.  
Swing Slightly  
PARTS AND SENSOR  
Vibrate Slightly  
Apply slight vibration with a finger to the part of the sensor  
considered to be the problem cause and check that the mal-  
function occurs.  
HINT:  
Applying strong vibration to relays may result in open relays.  
V07268  
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INTRODUCTION  
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SYSTEMS  
2
HEAT METHOD: When the problem seems to occur when the suspect area is heated.  
Heat the component that is the likely cause of the malfunction  
with a hair dryer or similar object. Check to see if the malfunction  
occurs.  
Malf unc-  
tion  
NOTICE:  
(1)  
Do not heat to more than 60 °C (140 °F). (Temperature  
is limited not to damage the components.)  
(2)  
Do not apply heat directly to parts in the ECU.  
When the malfunction seems to occur on a rainy day or in a  
high–humidity condition.  
3
WATER SPRINKLING METHOD:  
Sprinkle water onto the vehicle and check to see if the malfunc-  
tion occurs.  
NOTICE:  
(1) Never sprinkle water directly into the engine compart-  
ment, but indirectly change the temperature and hu-  
midity by applying water spray onto the radiator front  
surface.  
(2) Never apply water directly onto the electronic compo-  
nents.  
HINT:  
If a vehicle is subject to water leakage, the leaked water may  
contaminate the ECU. When testing a vehicle with a water leak-  
age problem, special caution must be taken.  
4
OTHER: When a malfunction seems to occur when electrical load is excessive.  
Turn on all electrical loads including the heater blower, head  
lights, rear window defogger, etc. and check to see if the mal-  
function occurs.  
ON  
B02389  
B02390  
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4.  
INTRODUCTION  
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SYSTEMS  
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART  
The inspection procedure is shown in the table below. This table permits efficient and accurate troubleshoot-  
ing using the diagnostic trouble codes displayed in the diagnostic trouble code check. Proceed with trouble-  
shooting in accordance with the inspection procedure given in the diagnostic chart corresponding to the  
diagnostic trouble codes displayed. The Supplemental Restraint System diagnostic trouble code chart is  
shown below as an example.  
D DTC No.  
Indicates the diagnostic trouble code.  
Page or Instructions  
D
D
Trouble Area  
Indicates the suspect area of the  
problem.  
Indicates the page where the inspection procedure  
for each circuit is to be found, or gives instructions  
for checking and repairs.  
D
Detection Item  
Indicates the system of the problem or  
contents of the problem.  
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART  
If a malfunction code is displayed during the DTC check, check the circuit listed for that code in the table  
below. (Proceed to the page given for that circuit).  
DTC No.  
SRS  
WarmingLight  
DetectionItem  
TroubleArea  
(Seepage)  
Short in D squib circuit (to ground)  
D Steering wheel pad (squib)  
11  
D Spiral cable  
ON  
(DI–165)  
D Airbag sensor assembly  
D Wire harness  
Short in D squib circuit (to B))  
Short in D squib circuit  
D Steering wheel pad (squib)  
D Spiral cable  
12  
ON  
ON  
(DI–170)  
D Airbag sensor assembly  
D Wire harness  
D Steering wheel pad (squib)  
D Spiral cable  
13  
(DI–174)  
D Airbag sensor assembly  
D Wire harness  
Open in D squib circuit  
D Steering wheel pad (squib)  
D Spiral cable  
14  
ON  
ON  
D Airbag sensor assembly  
(DI–178)  
D Wire harness  
15  
Front airbag sensor assembly (RH)  
malfunction  
D Front airbag sensor assembly (RH)  
D Wire harness  
(DI–178)  
16  
Front airbag sensor assembly (LH)  
malfunction  
D Front airbag sensor assembly (LH)  
ON  
D Wire harness  
ssembly malfunction  
Airbag sensor assembly  
uit (to ground)  
D Front passenger airbag sensor assembly
D Airbag sensor assembly  
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SYSTEMS  
5.  
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  
The suspected circuits or parts for each problem symptom are shown in the table below. Use this table to  
troubleshoot the problem when a ”Normal” code is displayed in the diagnostic trouble code check but the  
problem is still occurring. Numbers in the table indicate the inspection order in which the circuits or parts  
should be checked.  
HINT:  
When the problem is not detected by the diagnostic system even though the problem symptom is present,  
it is considered that the problem is occurring outside the detection range of the diagnostic system, or that  
the problem is occurring in a system other than the diagnostic system.  
Page  
D
Indicates the page where the flow chart for each circuit  
is located.  
D
Circuit Inspection, Inspection Order  
Indicates the circuit which needs to be checked for each problem  
symptom. Check in the order indicated by the numbers.  
D
Circuit or Part Name  
Indicates the circuit or part which needs to be checked.  
D Problem Symptom  
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  
Proceed with troubleshooting of each circuit in the table below.  
See page  
DI–288  
Symptom  
Suspect Area  
D WiththeignitionswitchintheACCorONposition,theSRSwarning  
lightsometimes lights up after approx. 6 seconds have elapsed.  
D SRS warning light is always lit up even when ignition switch is in  
the LOCK position  
D SRS warning light circuit  
(Always lights up when ignition switch is in  
LOCKposition.)  
D SRS warning light circuit  
D WiththeignitionswitchintheACCorONposition,theSRSwarning  
DI–290  
DI–294  
(Dose not light up when ignition switch is turned to  
ACC or ON.)  
lightdoes not light up.  
D DTC is not displayed.  
D
SRS warning light is always lit up at the time of DTC check  
D Tc terminal circuit  
procedure.  
D DTC is displayed without Tc and E1 terminal connection.  
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SYSTEMS  
CIRCUIT INSPECTION  
How to read and use each page is shown below.  
D Diagnostic Trouble Code No. and Detection Item  
D
Circuit Description  
The major role and operation, etc. of the circuit  
and its component parts are explained.  
DTC  
13  
Short in D Squib Circuit  
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION  
The D squib circuit consists of the airbag sensor assembly, spiral cable and steering wheel pad.  
It causes the airbag to deploy when the airbag deployment conditions are satisfied.  
For details of the function of each components,see OPERATION on page RS–2.  
DTC 13 is recorded when a short is detected in the D squib circuit.  
DTC Detecting Condition  
Trouble Area  
DTC No.  
SShort circuit between D) wire harness and D* wire harness of squib SSteering wheel pad (D squib)  
SD squib malfunction  
SSpiral cable  
SAirbag sensor assembly  
SWire harness  
13  
SSpiral cable malfunction  
SAirbag sensor assembly malfunction  
D
Indicates the diagnostic trouble code, diagnostic  
trouble code set parameter and suspect area of  
the problem.  
WIRING DIAGRAM  
D
Wiring Diagram  
This shows a wiring diagram of the circuit.  
Use this diagram together with ELECTRICAL  
WIRING DIAGRAM to thoroughly understand the  
circuit.  
Airbag Sensor  
Assembly  
Wire colors are indicated by an alphabetical code.  
B = Black, L = Blue, R = Red, BR = Brown,  
LG = Light Green, V = Violet, G = Green,  
O = Orange, W = White, GR = Gray, P = Pink,  
Y = Yellow  
1
G–R  
G–Y  
7
6
+
A15  
D
Spiral  
Cable  
D Squib  
A15  
D
2
The first letter indicates the basic wire color and  
the second letter indicates the color of the stripe.  
R16015  
B02407  
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D Indicates the position of the ignition switch during the check. D Inspection Procedure  
Use the inspection procedure to determine  
if the circuit is normal or abnormal, and if it  
is abnormal, use it to determine whether the  
problemis located in the sensors, actuators,  
wire harness or ECU.  
ON  
LOCK  
Ignition Switch ON  
IgnitionSwitch LOCK (OFF)  
START  
ACC  
Ignition Switch ACC  
Ignition Switch START  
INSPECTION PROCEDURE  
2
Check voltage at IG2 and ACC of airbag sensor assembly.  
PREPARATION:  
Turn ignition switch ON.  
CHECK:  
ON  
AirbagSensor Assembly  
Measure voltage between terminals IG2 and ACC of  
airbag sensor assembly and body ground.  
ACC  
(+)  
IG2  
(–)  
OK:  
AB0119  
W02766  
Voltage: Below 16V  
H00041  
Check battery and charging system.  
(See charging system section)  
NG  
OK  
D Indicates the place to check the voltage or resistance.  
D Indicates the connector position to be checked, from the front or back side.  
Wire Harness  
Check from the connector front side. (without harness)  
In this case, care must be taken not to bend the terminals.  
Check from the connector back side.  
(with harness)  
D Indicates the condition of the connector of ECU during the check.  
KNK  
KNK  
E6 Connector  
E6 Connector  
Connector being checked is disconnected.  
Connector being checked is connected.  
B00691  
B00972  
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SYSTEMS  
IN011–38  
HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC  
CHART AND INSPECTION  
PROCEDURE  
1.  
CONNECTOR CONNECTION AND TERMINAL IN-  
SPECTION  
S
For troubleshooting, diagnostic trouble code charts or  
problem symptom charts are provided for each circuit with  
detailed inspection procedures on the following pages.  
When all the component parts, wire harnesses and con-  
nectors of each circuit except the ECU are found to be  
normal in troubleshooting, then it is determined that the  
problem is in the ECU. Accordingly, if diagnosis is per-  
formed without the problem symptoms occurring, refer to  
Step 8 to replace the ECU. So always confirm that the  
problem symptoms are occurring, or proceed with inspec-  
tion while using the symptom simulation method.  
The instructions ”Check wire harness and connector” and  
”Check and replace ECU” which appear in the inspection  
procedure, are common and applicable to all diagnostic  
trouble codes. Follow the procedure outlined below  
whenever these instructions appear.  
FI0046  
FI0047  
FI0048  
S
S
OPEN CIRCUIT:  
This could be due to a disconnected wire harness, faulty con-  
tact in the connector, and a connector terminal pulled out, etc.  
HINT:  
S
It is rarely the case that a wire is broken in the middle of  
it. Most cases occur at the connector. In particular, care-  
fully check the connectors of sensors and actuators  
Faulty contact could be due to rusting of the connector  
terminals, to foreign materials entering terminals or a de-  
formation of connector terminals. Simply disconnecting  
and reconnecting the connectors once changes the  
condition of the connection and may result in a return to  
normal operation. Therefore, in troubleshooting, if no ab-  
normality is found in the wire harness and connector  
check, but the problem disappears after the check, then  
the cause is considered to be in the wire harness or con-  
nectors.  
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SHORT CIRCUIT:  
This could be due to a contact between wire harness and the  
body ground or to a short circuit occurred inside the switch, etc.  
HINT:  
When there is a short between the wire harness and body  
ground, check thoroughly whether the wire harness is caught  
in the body or is clamped properly.  
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2.  
CONNECTOR HANDLING  
When inserting tester probes into a connector, insert them from  
the rear of the connector. When necessary, use mini test leads.  
For water resistant connectors which cannot be accessed from  
behind, take good care not to deform the connector terminals.  
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3.  
CONTINUITY CHECK (OPEN CIRCUIT CHECK)  
Sensor Side  
ECU Side  
(a) Disconnect the connectors at both ECU and sensor  
sides.  
(b) Measure the resistance between the applicable terminals  
of the connectors.  
Resistance: 1 or less  
HINT:  
Measure the resistance while lightly shaking the wire harness  
vertically and horizontally.  
ECU Side  
Sensor Side  
4.  
RESISTANCE CHECK (SHORT CIRCUIT CHECK)  
ECU Side  
(a) Disconnect the connectors on both ends.  
(b) Measure the resistance between the applicable terminals  
of the connectors and body ground. Be sure to carry out  
this check on the connectors on both ends.  
Resistance: 1 Mor higher  
Sensor Side  
HINT:  
Measure the resistance while lightly shaking the wire harness  
vertically and horizontally.  
5.  
VISUAL CHECK AND CONTACT PRESSURE CHECK  
(a) Disconnect the connectors at both ends.  
(b) Check for rust or foreign material, etc. in the terminals of  
the connectors.  
(c) Check crimped portions for looseness or damage and  
check that the terminals are secured in lock portion.  
HINT:  
Pull Lightly  
Looseness of Crimping  
The terminals should not come out when pulled lightly from the  
back.  
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(d) Prepare a test male terminal and insert it in the female ter-  
minal, then pull it out.  
NOTICE:  
When testing a gold–plated female terminal, always use a  
gold–plated male terminal.  
HINT:  
When the test terminal is pulled out more easily than others,  
there may be poor contact in that section.  
6.  
CHECK OPEN CIRCUIT  
Fig. 1  
ECU  
For the open circuit in the wire harness in Fig. 1, perform ”(a)  
Continuity Check” or ”(b) Voltage Check” to locate the section.  
C
OPEN  
B
A
1
2
Sensor  
1
2
1
2
1
2
Z17004  
(a) Check the continuity.  
Fig. 2  
(1) Disconnect connectors ”A” and ”C” and measure  
the resistance between them.  
ECU  
In the case of Fig. 2:  
A
C
1
2
B
Between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and terminal 1  
of connector ”C” No continuity (open)  
Between terminal 2 of connector ”A” and terminal 2  
of connector ”C” Continuity  
Sensor  
1
2
1
2
Therefore, it is found out that there is an open circuit  
between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and terminal 1  
of connector ”C”.  
Z17005  
Fig. 3  
(2) Disconnect connector ”B” and measure the resis-  
tance between the connectors.  
ECU  
In the case of Fig. 3:  
Between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and terminal 1  
of connector ”B1” Continuity  
Between terminal 1 of connector ”B2” and terminal  
1 of connector ”C” No continuity (open)  
Therefore, it is found out that there is an open circuit  
between terminal 1 of connector ”B2” and terminal  
1 of connector ”C”.  
Sensor  
B2  
C
1
2
B1  
A
1
2
1
2
1
2
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(b) Check the voltage.  
Fig. 4  
In a circuit in which voltage is applied (to the ECU connec-  
tor terminal), an open circuit can be checked for by con-  
ducting a voltage check.  
5V  
A
0V  
C
Sensor  
As shown in Fig. 4, with each connector still con-  
nected, measure the voltage between body ground  
and terminal 1 of connector ”A” at the ECU 5V out-  
put terminal, terminal 1 of connector ”B”, and termi-  
nal 1 of connector ”C”, in that order.  
5V  
B
5V  
1
1
1
2
2
2
Z17007  
If the results are:  
5V: Between Terminal 1 of connector ”A” and Body Ground  
5V: Between Terminal 1 of connector ”B” and Body Ground  
0V: Between Terminal 1 of connector ”C” and Body Ground  
Then it is found out that there is an open circuit in the wire har-  
ness between terminal 1 of ”B” and terminal 1 of ”C”.  
7.  
CHECK SHORT CIRCUIT  
Fig. 5  
If the wire harness is ground shorted as in Fig. 5, locate the sec-  
tion by conducting a ”continuity check with ground”.  
C
1
2
SHORT  
B
1
2
A
1
2
Z17008  
Check the continuity with ground.  
Fig. 6  
(1) Disconnect connectors ”A” and ”C” and measure  
the resistance between terminal 1 and 2 of connec-  
tor ”A” and body ground.  
ECU  
B
C
1
2
A
1
2
In the case of Fig. 6:  
Between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and body  
ground Continuity (short)  
Sensor  
1
2
Between terminal 2 of connector ”A” and body  
ground No continuity  
Z17009  
Therefore, it is found out that there is a short circuit  
between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and terminal 1  
of connector ”C”.  
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(2) Disconnect connector ”B” and measure the resis-  
tance between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and body  
ground, and terminal 1 of connector ”B2” and body  
ground.  
Fig. 7  
ECU  
In the case of Fig. 7:  
Between terminal 1 of connector ”A” and body  
ground No continuity  
B2  
1
2
C
1
2
B1  
1
2
A
1
2
Sensor  
Between terminal 1 of connector ”B2” and body  
ground Continuity (short)  
Z17808  
Therefore, it is found out that there is a short circuit  
between terminal 1 of connector ”B2” and terminal  
1 of connector ”C”.  
8.  
CHECK AND REPLACE ECU  
First check the ECU ground circuit. If it is faulty, repair it. If it is  
normal, the ECU could be faulty, so replace the ECU with a nor-  
mal functioning one and check that the symptoms appear.  
(1) Measure the resistance between the ECU ground  
terminal and the body ground.  
Resistance: 1 or less  
Example  
Ground  
IN0383  
(2) Disconnect the ECU connector, check the ground  
terminals on the ECU side and the wire harness  
side for bend and check the contact pressure.  
ECU Side  
Ground  
W/H Side  
Ground  
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ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL  
Abbreviations  
Meaning  
ABS  
A/C  
Anti–LockBrake System  
AirConditioner  
AC  
AlternatingCurrent  
Accessory  
ACC  
ACIS  
ACSD  
A.D.D.  
AHC  
ALR  
Acoustic Control Induction System  
Automatic Cold Start Device  
AutomaticDisconnectingDifferential  
Active Height Control Suspension  
AutomaticLockingRetractor  
Alternator  
ALT  
AMP  
ANT  
APPROX.  
A/T  
Amplifier  
Antenna  
Approximately  
AutomaticTransmission (Transaxle)  
AutomaticTransmissionFluid  
Automatic  
ATF  
AUTO  
BACS  
BAT  
BoostAltitudeCompensationSystem  
Battery  
B/L  
Bi–Level  
BVSV  
CB  
BimetallicVacuum Switching Valve  
Circuit Breaker  
CD  
Compact Disc  
CH  
Channel  
CKD  
COMB.  
CPE  
CRS  
CTR  
DC  
Complete Knock Down  
Combination  
Coupe  
Child Restraint System  
Center  
Direct Current  
DIFF.  
DIFF. LOCK  
DLC  
DSP  
DTC  
ECT  
ECU  
EDU  
EFI  
Differential  
DifferentialLock  
Data Link Connector  
Digital Signal Processor  
Diagnostic TroubleCode  
Electronic Control Transmission  
Electronic Control Unit  
Electronic Driving Unit  
ElectronicFuelInjection  
Engine  
E/G  
EGR  
ELR  
Exhaust Gas Recirculation  
Emergency Locking Retractor  
Electronic Vacuum Regulating Valve  
E–VRV  
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FF  
Front–EngineFront–Wheel–Drive  
Formed In Place Gasket  
FusibleLink  
FIPG  
FL  
Fr  
Front  
FR  
Front–EngineRear–Wheel–Drive  
Front–Wheel–Drive  
Ground  
FWD  
GND  
H/B  
HI  
Hatchback  
High  
HID  
HT  
High Intensity Discharge (Head Lamp)  
Hard Top  
HWS  
IAC  
IFS  
HeatedWindshieldSystem  
Idle Air Control  
IndependentFrontSuspension  
Ignition  
IG  
INT  
Intermittent  
I/P  
InstrumentPanel  
IRS  
J/B  
IndependentRearSuspension  
Junction Block  
J/C  
JunctionConnector  
Local Area Network  
Liftback  
LAN  
LB  
LCD  
LED  
LH  
Liquid Crystal Display  
LightEmittingDiode  
Left–Hand  
LHD  
LO  
Left–HandDrive  
Low  
LSD  
LSP & PV  
LSPV  
MAP  
MAX.  
MIC  
MIL  
MIN.  
MP  
Limited Slip Differential  
Load Sensing Proportioning And Bypass Valve  
Load Sensing Proportioning Valve  
ManifoldAbsolutePressure  
Maximum  
Microphone  
MalfunctionIndicatorLamp  
Minimum  
Multipurpose  
MPI  
MPX  
M/T  
N
MultipointElectronicFuelInjection  
MultiplexCommunicationSystem  
ManualTransmission  
Neutral  
No.  
Number  
O2S  
O/D  
OPT  
P & BV  
Oxygen Sensor  
Overdrive  
Option  
Proportioning And Bypass Valve  
Power Control System  
PCS  
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PKB  
PPS  
PS  
Parking Brake  
Progressive Power Steering  
PowerSteering  
PTO  
RAM  
R/B  
Power Take–Off  
Random Access Memory  
Relay Block  
RBS  
R/F  
Recirculating Ball TypeSteering  
Reinforcement  
RFS  
RH  
Rigid Front Suspension  
Right–Hand  
RHD  
RLY  
ROM  
Rr  
Right–HandDrive  
Relay  
Read Only Memory  
Rear  
RR  
Rear–EngineRear–WheelDrive  
Rigid Rear Suspension  
Rear–WheelDrive  
Sedan  
RRS  
RWD  
SDN  
SEN  
SICS  
SPEC  
SRS  
SSM  
SST  
STD  
SW  
Sensor  
Starting Injection Control System  
Specification  
SupplementalRestraintSystem  
Special Service Materials  
Special Service Tools  
Standard  
Switch  
SYS  
T/A  
System  
Transaxle  
TACH  
TDC  
TEMP.  
TEMS  
TFT  
T/M  
Tachometer  
Top Dead Center  
Temperature  
TOYOTAElectronicModulatedSuspension  
ToyotaFree–Tronic  
Transmission  
TMC  
TRC  
U/D  
TOYOTA Motor Corporation  
Traction Control System  
Underdrive  
VENT  
VIN  
Ventilator  
VehicleIdentificationNumber  
VehicleStabilityControl  
Vacuum Switching Valve  
With  
VSC  
VSV  
w/  
WGN  
W/H  
w/o  
Wagon  
Wire Harness  
Without  
1st  
First  
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2nd  
Second  
2WD  
4WD  
Two Wheel Drive Vehicle (4x2)  
Four Wheel Drive Vehicle (4x4)  
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