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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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| ECM | Register VIN | DTC P0630 is output | - |
| 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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| ECM | Register VIN | DTC P0630 is output | - |
| Automatic transmission assembly |
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Learning by driving (Road test) |
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| TCM |
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| 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 properly | - |
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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 | - |
| Driving support ECU | Initialize driving support ECU | Systems controlled by driving support ECU do not operate | - |
| 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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- SFI SYSTEM NOTE: The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into the replacement ECM.
HINT:
The VIN is in the form of a 17-digit alphanumeric vehicle identification number. The Techstream is required to register the VIN.
- DESCRIPTION (Using Techstream)NOTE: The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) must be input into the replacement ECM.
HINT:
- The VIN is in the form of a 17-digit alphanumeric vehicle identification number. The Techstream is required to register the VIN.
- This registration article consists of two parts, Read VIN and Write VIN.
- Read VIN: Explains the VIN reading process in a flowchart. This process allows the VIN stored in the ECM to be read, in order to confirm that the two VINs, provided with the vehicle and stored in the vehicle's ECM, are the same.
- Write VIN: Explains the VIN writing process in a flowchart. This process allows the VIN to be input into the ECM. If the ECM is changed, or the VIN and VIN do not match, the VIN can be registered, or overwritten in the ECM by following this procedure.
- READ VIN
- Confirm the vehicle VIN.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream ON.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain/Engine/Utility/VIN/VIN Read.
- WRITE VIN
- Confirm the vehicle VIN.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the engine switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream ON.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain/Engine/Utility/VIN/VIN Write.
- READ VIN
- DESCRIPTION (Using Techstream)
- AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM (REGISTRATION) NOTE:
- When the automatic transmission is replaced, the transmission compensation code must be input into the TCM (Proceed to step 1).
After the automatic transmission is installed, the Quick Response (QR) code label will be positioned where the code cannot be read. Therefore, before installing the automatic transmission, record the transmission compensation codes or input them into the Techstream.
- When the TCM is replaced, the existing transmission compensation codes must be input into the new TCM (Proceed to step 2).
- 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.
- Record the transmission compensation code specified on the QR label.
- When the automatic transmission is replaced, the transmission compensation code must be input into the TCM (Proceed to step 1).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • 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.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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