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Repair Instruction: Initialization
Procedures necessary when battery terminal is disconnected/reconnected
| Necessary Procedures | Procedure Details | Effects/Inoperative Functions When Necessary Procedures are not Performed | Notes |
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| Navigation system (for DVD) initialization | After turning the engine switch ON (IG), insert the map disc. | Navigation system (for DVD) | If the map disc is inside when disconnecting the cable from the battery terminal, this procedure is not necessary |
| Correction of steering angle neutral point | Fully turn the steering wheel to the right and left. | Parking guidance function | - |
| Rear curtain position reset operation |
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Rear curtain | - |
| Reset power trunk lid system | Completely close the luggage compartment door by hand once. | Power trunk lid function | It is not necessary to perform initialization if the negative (-) battery cable is disconnected while the luggage compartment door is closed. |
Procedures necessary when ECU or other parts are replaced
| Replacement Part | Necessary Procedures | Effects / Inoperative Functions When Necessary Procedures are not Performed | Notes |
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| Automatic transmission assembly |
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Learning by driving (Road test) |
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| TCM |
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Vehicle height offset calibration | Vehicle height sensor data may be affected due to installation position, or vehicle height recognition may be erroneous | May also occur when vehicle height is uneven due to deterioration over time |
| Tire pressure warning ECU |
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| Tire pressure warning valve and transmitter |
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Even if only one wheel is replaced, IDs for all 5 wheels must be registered |
| Skid control ECU |
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| Brake actuator |
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Brake does not operate property | - |
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| Yaw rate and acceleration sensor |
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| Electric parking brake ECU |
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Electric parking brake does not operate normally | - |
| Electric parking brake actuator |
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Parking brake bedding | Parking brake performance may not be normal | - |
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Actuator angle neutral point calibration and initialization | Steering wheel off-center | - |
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Adjust object recognition camera | DTC C1A22 or C1A23 is output | - |
| Power steering gear assembly |
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| Power steering ECU |
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| Front seat set (Occupant classification ECU) |
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Registration |
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| Front millimeter wave radar sensor | Adjust front millimeter wave radar sensor | DTC C1A11 or C1A14 is output | - |
| Steering angle sensor connector | Correction of steering angle neutral point | Parking guidance function | - |
| Television camera | Television camera optical axis (Camera position setting) | Vehicle width extension lines and expected course are deviated | - |
| Parking assist ECU |
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| Mayday ECU |
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LEXUS link system | - |
| Mayday battery |
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DTC 6-1 remains output | - |
| Power window regulator motor (All doors) | Initialize power window control system |
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When the battery is replaced, it is not necessary to initialize the power window regulator motor |
| Inner rear view mirror |
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Direction is not displayed correctly | - |
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Position sensor initialization |
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Reset power trunk lid system | Power trunk lid function | - |
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Rear curtain position reset operation | Rear curtain | - |
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Initialize sliding roof system |
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- PERFORM ROAD TEST TO ALLOW TCM TO LEARN CAUTION:
- Perform the following procedures while strictly observing all traffic laws and speed limits.
- Do not accelerate or decelerate rapidly.
- "Road test" procedure is as follows:
- Warm up the engine.
- According to the replacement parts, perform the road test shown below.REPLACEMENT PART TABLE
Replacement Parts Road Test - Automatic transmission assembly
- TCM
- Valve body assembly
- Shift solenoid valve
- SL3 Engine assembly
- ECM
Perform pattern 1 and 2
Pattern 1:*1
With shift lever on D, after gradually accelerating to approx. 50 km/h (31 mph) or more, gradually decelerate to approx. 30 km/h (19 mph)
Pattern 2:*2
With shift lever on S4, after gradually accelerating to approx. 30 km/h (19 mph) or more, gradually decelerate to approx. 10 km/h (6 mph)- Shift solenoid valve SL1
- Shift solenoid valve SL2
- Shift solenoid valve SL4
- Shift solenoid valve SL5
Pattern 1:*1
With shift lever on D, after gradually accelerating to approx. 50 km/h (31 mph) or more, gradually decelerate to approx. 30 km/h (19 mph)HINT: - *1: After gradually accelerating a distance of approximately 130 m (426.4 ft.) for a period of approximately 15 seconds, gradually decelerate a distance of approximately 45 m (147.6 ft.) for a period of approximately 5 seconds.
- *2: After gradually accelerating a distance of approximately 40 m (131.2 ft.) for a period of approximately 8 seconds, gradually decelerate a distance of approximately 20 m (65.6 ft.) for a period of approximately 4 seconds.
- When decelerating, apply the brakes as necessary to adjust the vehicle speed.
HINT:
- *1: The speed, time and distance values are approximate values.
- *2: After accelerating, the deceleration does not need to be performed immediately.
- Repeat until the shift shock and engine speed overrun settles down.NOTE: Before repeating tests, stop the vehicle once, and then start moving the vehicle again.
- RESET MEMORY NOTE:
- Perform the RESET MEMORY (AT initialization) when replacing the engine assembly or ECM.
- The RESET MEMORY can be performed only with the Techstream.
- RESET MEMORY cannot be completed by only reconnecting the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal.
HINT:
The TCM memorizes the vehicle conditions when the ECT controls the automatic transmission assembly and engine assembly.
- "RESET MEMORY" procedure is as follows:
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Connect the Techstream to the CAN VIM. Then connect the CAN VIM to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG).
- Turn the Techstream ON.
- Enter the following menus: DIAGNOSIS / OBD/ MOBD / ECT / RESET MEMORY.NOTE: After performing the RESET MEMORY, be sure to perform the ROAD TEST described previously.
- SET TRANSMISSION COMPENSATION CODE INTO TCM (step 1) NOTE: Transmission compensation codes are unique, 60-digit alphanumeric values printed on the QR label. If an incorrect transmission compensation code is input into the TCM, shift shock may occur.
- Record the transmission compensation code specified on the QR label.
HINT:
The transmission compensation code is a 60-digit alphanumeric value imprinted on the QR label.
- Move the shift lever to the N or P position.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).NOTE: Do not start the engine.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / ECT / Utility / A/T Code Registration.
- Select "Set Compensation Code".
- Register the compensation code.
- Manually input the transmission compensation code.
- Check that the compensation code displayed on the screen is correct by comparing it with the 60-digit alphanumeric value on the QR label.NOTE: If an incorrect transmission compensation code is input into the TCM, shift shock will occur.
HINT:
Input alphabetical letters using the Techstream
- Set the compensation code to the TCM.
- Record the transmission compensation code specified on the QR label.
- TRANSFER TRANSMISSION COMPENSATION CODE (Step 2) NOTE: Transmission compensation codes are unique, 60-digit alphanumeric values printed on the QR label. If an incorrect transmission compensation code is input into the TCM, shift shock may occur.
HINT:
If an incorrect transmission compensation code is input into the TCM, shift shock will occur.
- Read the transmission compensation code.
- Move the shift lever to the N or P position.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).NOTE: Do not start the engine.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / ECT / Utility / A/T Code Registration.
- Select "Read Compensation Code".NOTE: Do not use the code specified on the transmission QR label even if the transmission compensation code cannot be read using the Techstream. The code printed on an in-service transmission may not match its current characteristics. Replace the TCM with a new one and perform a road test to allow the TCM to learn.
- Turn the engine switch off.
- Replace the TCM.
- Set the transmission compensation code.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).NOTE: Do not start the engine.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / ECT / Utility / A/T Code Registration.
- Select "Set Compensation Code".
- Press "Open".
- Select "Open".
- Set the compensation code to the TCM.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).
- Read the transmission compensation code.
- VEHICLE HEIGHT OFFSET CALIBRATION NOTE:
- Make sure that the pressure of the tires is normal.
- Make sure that the vehicle is empty.
- Make sure that the parking brake is released and that the shift lever is on N.
- PERFORM VEHICLE HEIGHT INSPECTION
- Adjust the pressure of the tires.
- Stabilize the suspension by releasing the parking brake and bouncing the corners of the vehicle up and down.
- Move the shift lever to N and move the vehicle forward and rearward.
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Start the engine.
- Turn the tester on.
- Enter the following menus: Chassis / Air suspension / Data List.
- Press the height control switch and adjust the vehicle height to "HEIGHT HIGH".
- Press the height control switch and return the vehicle height to normal.
- Using the DATA LIST, confirm that the vehicle height control operation is complete.
Air suspension
DIAGNOSIS NOTE TABLETester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnosis Note Height Control Vehicle height control condition reading/
ON or OFFON: Vehicle height control operating
OFF: Vehicle height control not operating- - Using the Techstream
Enter the following menus: Chassis / Air suspension / Data List /. Then read and write the values for "After Height Adjust" and "Height Adjust" for each wheel.
Air suspension
DIAGNOSIS NOTE TABLETester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnosis Note FR Height Adjust Display of vehicle height offset recorded value of front right wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)- - FL Height Adjust Display of vehicle height offset recorded value of front left wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)- - RR Height Adjust Display of vehicle height offset recorded value of rear right wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)- - RL Height Adjust Display of vehicle height offset recorded value of rear left wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)- - FR After Height Adjust Display of after-calibration vehicle height value of front right wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)When vehicle height normal: 0 +/-20 mm (0 +/-0.79 in.)
When vehicle height is changing: Varies based on vehicle height
After HEIGHT HIGH adjustment: 20 +/- 20 mm (0.79 +/- 0.79 in.)- FL After Height Adjust Display of after-calibration vehicle height value of front left wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)When vehicle height normal: 0 +/-20 mm (0 +/-0.79 in.)
When vehicle height is changing: Varies based on vehicle height
After HEIGHT HIGH adjustment: 20 +/- 20 mm (0.79 +/- 0.79 in.)- RR After Height Adjust Display of after-calibration vehicle height value of rear right wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)When vehicle height normal: 0 +/-20 mm (0 +/-0.79 in.)
When vehicle height is changing: Varies based on vehicle height
After HEIGHT HIGH adjustment: 20 +/- 20 mm (0.79 +/- 0.79 in.)- RL After Height Adjust Display of after-calibration vehicle height value of rear left wheel /
min.: -3276.8 mm (-129 in.)
max.: 3276.7 mm (129 in.)When vehicle height normal: 0 +/-20 mm (0 +/-0.79 in.)
When vehicle height is changing: Varies based on vehicle height
After HEIGHT HIGH adjustment: 20 +/- 20 mm (0.79 +/- 0.79 in.)- - Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Perform the vehicle height inspection.
Standard vehicle height
VEHICLE SPECIFICATION TABLEVehicle Specification Front (Measured height A minus B) Rear (Measured height D minus C) 18 in. Wheel 98 mm (3.86 in.) 93 mm (3.66 in.) 19 in. Wheel 98 mm (3.86 in.) 93 mm (3.66 in.) Measuring points:
A:
Ground clearance of front wheel center
B:
Ground clearance of front suspension lower No. 2 arm assembly front bush installation bolt head rear
C:
Ground clearance of protrusion of rear suspension arm attachment (lower No. 2 installation cam bolt)
D:
Ground clearance of rear wheel center
- PERFORM VEHICLE HEIGHT OFFSET CALIBRATION NOTE: The possible vehicle height automatic adjustment value is 20 mm (0.78 in.). If the "Height Adjust" value + (Standard value - Measurement value - "After Height Adjust" value) is 20 mm (0.78 in.) or more, first perform the vehicle height adjustment (height control link adjustment).
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG).
- Turn the tester on.
- Enter the following menus: Chassis / Air suspension / Utility / Height Offset.
- For each wheel, follow the instructions on the tester screen and input the input value to complete the vehicle height offset calibration.
HINT:
Input value = "Height Adjust" value + (Standard value - Measurement value - "After Height Adjust" value)
- Start the engine.
- In the DATA LIST, enter "HEIGHT CTRL" or "Height Control".
- Press the height control switch and adjust the vehicle height to "HEIGHT HIGH".
- Press the height control switch and return the vehicle height to normal.
- Using the DATA LIST, confirm that the vehicle height control operation is complete.
Air suspension
DIAGNOSIS NOTE TABLETester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnosis Note Height Control Vehicle height control condition reading/
ON or OFFON: Vehicle height control operating
OFF: Vehicle height control not operating- - Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Perform the vehicle height inspection. Check that the result is within +/-14.3 mm (+/-0.56 in.) of the standard value.
NEXT: END
- DESCRIPTION OF CODE REGISTRATION
It is necessary to register the transmitter ID in the tire pressure warning ECU when replacing the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter and/or tire pressure warning ECU.
Prepare all transmitter ID data before starting registration.
- Before registration
- In case of tire pressure warning ECU replacement.
- Read the registered transmitter IDs that are stored in the old ECU using the Techstream and note them down.
- If reading stored transmitter IDs is impossible due to malfunctions of components such as the tire pressure warning antenna and receiver, remove the tires from the wheels and check the IDs located on the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters.
- In case of tire pressure warning valve and transmitter replacement.
- Take a note of the 7 digit number (transmitter ID) written on the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter.
NOTE: The transmitter ID is written on the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter. It will be unable to be read after installing the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter on the tire and wheel. Therefore, take a note of the transmitter ID before installing the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter.
- In case of tire pressure warning ECU replacement.
- Before registration
- REGISTER TRANSMITTER ID
- Set the air pressure of all wheels to the specified value.
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) and the tester ON.
- Enter the menu items in this order: Chassis / Tire Pressure Monitor / Utility / ID Registration /
- Perform the procedures displayed on the Techstream.
- "UTILITY REGIST TIRE SET" screen is displayed. Then, press "YES".
- "UTILITY REGIST TIRE SET" screen is displayed. Then, press "ENTER".
- Confirmation of transmitter ID registration.
- Enter the menu items in this order: DIAGNOSIS / OBD/MOBD / CHASSIS / TIRE PRESSURE / DATA LIST.
- Read the "TIRE PRESS" values.NOTE:
- It may take up to about 2 or 3 minutes to update the tire pressure data. If the values are not displayed after a few minutes, perform troubleshooting according to the inspection procedure for DTCs C2121/21 to C2125/25.
- If the IDs have not been registered, DTC C2171/71 is set in the tire pressure warning ECU after 3 minutes or more.
- If normal pressure values are displayed, the IDs have been registered correctly.
- If the tire pressure values are not displayed after a few minutes, the IDs may be incorrect or the system may have a malfunction.
- The tire pressure information reception condition can also be confirmed through the multi-information display's tire pressure display screen.
- After all IDs are registered, DTC C2126/26 is set in the tire pressure warning ECU and the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute and then comes on. When the tire pressure warning ECU successfully receives radio waves from all the transmitters whose IDs are stored in the ECU, DTC C2126/26 is deleted and the tire pressure warning light goes off.
- INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG).
- Press and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch for 3 seconds or more so that the tire pressure warning light blinks 3 times.
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) and turn the tester ON.
- Enter the following menus: Chassis / Tire Pressure Monitor / Data List.
- Check that the initialization has been completed.
- Confirm that the tire pressure data of all tires are displayed on the tester screen.NOTE:
- The initialization is normally completed within 2 to 3 minutes.
- If the initialization has not been completed successfully, DTC C2177/77 is set after a vehicle speed of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more continues for 20 minutes or more.
- While in test mode, the system will not change to initialization mode even if the tire pressure warning reset switch is pushed.
- The initialization can be terminated by connecting terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3 connector.
Tire Pressure Monitor
DIAGNOSIS NOTE TABLETester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note ID1 Tire Inflation Pressure ID1 tire inflation pressure /
min.: -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi)
max.: 537.5 kPa (5.4 kgf/cm2 , 78 psi)Actual tire inflation pressure If -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi) is displayed, the data has not been received.* ID2 Tire Inflation Pressure ID2 tire inflation pressure /
min.: -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi)
max.: 537.5 kPa (5.4 kgf/cm2 , 78 psi)Actual tire inflation pressure If-100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi) is displayed, the data has not been received.* ID3 Tire Inflation Pressure ID3 tire inflation pressure /
min.: -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi)
max.: 537.5 kPa (5.4 kgf/cm2 , 78 psi)Actual tire inflation pressure If-100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi) is displayed, the data has not been received.* ID4 Tire Inflation Pressure ID4 tire inflation pressure /
min.: -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi)
max.: 537.5 kPa (5.4 kgf/cm2 , 78 psi)Actual tire inflation pressure If-100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi) is displayed, the data has not been received.* ID5 Tire Inflation Pressure ID5 tire inflation pressure /
min.: -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi)
max.: 537.5 kPa (5.4 kgf/cm2 , 78 psi)Actual tire inflation pressure If -100 kPa (-1 kgf/cm2 , -14 psi) is displayed, the data has not been received.* HINT: - The initialization is complete when the DATA LIST "TIREPRESS" or "ID Tire Inflation Pressure" display shows the correct pressures.
- *: It may take about 2 or 3 minutes until the values are displayed. If the values are not displayed after a few minutes, perform troubleshooting according to the inspection procedure for DTCs C2121/21 to C2125/25.
- INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE (MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY)
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG).
- Press and hold the tire pressure warning reset switch for 3 seconds or more so that the tire pressure warning light blinks 3 times.
HINT:
- The initialization can be confirmed through the multi-information display.
- The order in which the data is received is random.
- If the signals from all the wheels are received, the initialization is complete.
- It may take about 2 or 3 minutes until the values are displayed. If the values are not displayed after a few minutes, perform troubleshooting according to the inspection procedure for DTCs C2121/21 to C2125/25.
NOTE:- If the initialization has not been completed successfully, DTC C2177/77 is set after a vehicle speed of 8 km/h (5 mph) or more continues for 20 minutes or more.
- The initialization can be terminated by connecting terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3 connector.
- CLEAR STORED VALUE OF INITIALIZATION OF LINEAR SOLENOID VALVE AND CALIBRATION (WHEN USING the Techstream)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Move the shift lever to the P position.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) with the brake pedal released.
- Clear the stored value of initialization of linear solenoid valve and calibration following the screen.
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION OF LINEAR SOLENOID VALVE AND CALIBRATION (WHEN USING the Techstream)
- Connect the Techstream (with CAN VIM) to the DLC3.
- Move the shift lever to the P position.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) with the brake pedal released.NOTE:
- If the linear solenoid valve offset learning is performed without turning the engine switch on (IG), the learning process may not be completed properly because of insufficient battery voltage.
- When the linear solenoid valve offset learning is interrupted, or the learning process is performed with the shift lever not in the P position, DTC C1345/66 will be stored.
- Set the Techstream to Test Mode (select "ABS/VSC/ TRAC", "Utility").
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
- Leave the vehicle stationary without depressing the brake pedal for 1 or 2 minutes.
- Check that the interval between blinks of the brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) changes from 1 second to 0.25 second.
HINT:
- The time needed to complete initialization of linear solenoid valve and calibration varies depending on battery voltage.
- The brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) blinks at 1 second intervals during the initialization of linear solenoid valve and calibration. After it is complete, the brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) changes to the Test Mode display, and blinks at 0.25 second intervals.
- When the brake warning light / yellow (minor malfunction) changes to the Test Mode display, check that DTC C1345/66, which indicates trouble with stroke sensor zero point learning, is not output.
- Enter the normal mode from the Test Mode following the Techstream prompts.
HINT:
Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
- CLEAR STORED VALUE OF INITIALIZATION OF LINEAR SOLENOID VALVE AND CALIBRATION (WHEN USING SST CHECK WIRE)
- Move the shift lever to the P position.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) with the brake pedal released.
- Using SST, connect and disconnect terminals 12 (TS) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3 4 times or more within 8 seconds.
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- Check that no codes other than ABS code 42, VSC code 45 and electronically controlled brake system code 48, 66, or 95 are stored in the diagnostic system.
HINT:
The ABS warning light and multi-information display do not indicate the normal system code.
- PERFORM INITIALIZATION OF LINEAR SOLENOID VALVE AND CALIBRATION (WHEN USING SST CHECK WIRE)
- Turn the engine switch OFF.
- Using SST, connect terminals 12 (TS) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.
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- Move the shift lever to the P position.
- Turn the engine switch ON (IG) with the brake pedal released.
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- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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