2011 Lexus GX 460FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Check For Intermittent Problems

  1. DESCRIPTION 

    HINT: 

    A momentary interruption (open circuit) in the connectors and/or wire harness between the sensors and ECUs can be detected through the ECU data monitor function of the Techstream.

    1. Turn the engine switch off.
    2. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    3. Turn the engine switch on (IG).
    4. Turn the Techstream on.
    5. Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Data List.
    6. Select areas where momentary interruptions should be monitored.

      HINT: 

      • A momentary interruption (open circuit) cannot be detected for 3 seconds after the engine switch is turned on (IG) (initial check).
      • If Error is displayed, check for continuity between the ECUs and the sensors or between ECUs.
      • Error remains displayed on the Techstream for 1 second after the harness signal changes from a momentary interruption (open circuit) to normal.
      ABS/VSC/TRAC

      Tester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      FR Speed Open Front speed sensor RH open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      FL Speed Open Front speed sensor LH open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      RR Speed Open Rear speed sensor RH open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      RL Speed Open Rear speed sensor LH open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      EFI Communication Open ECM communication open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      Yaw Rate Open Yaw rate and acceleration sensor open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      Deceleration Open Deceleration sensor open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      Steering Open Steering angle sensor open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      Master Cylinder Open Master cylinder pressure sensor open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      IG Voltage Value Decreased IG1 voltage value decreased detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      IG Voltage Value Increased IG1 voltage value increased detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      FR Speed Sensor Voltage Open Front speed sensor RH voltage open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      FL Speed Sensor Voltage Open Front speed sensor LH voltage open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      RR Speed Sensor Voltage Open Rear speed sensor RH voltage open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      RL Speed Sensor Voltage Open Rear speed sensor LH voltage open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      M/C Pressure Sensor Noise Master cylinder pressure sensor noise detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      Yaw Rate Sensor Voltage Open Yaw rate and acceleration sensor voltage open circuit detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
      EFI Communication Invalid ECM communication invalid detection/
      Error or Normal
      Normal -
    7. While observing the screen, gently jiggle the connectors or wire harnesses between the ECUs and sensors or between ECUs.

      OK

      Normal display appears.

      NOTE:

      The connector and/or wire harness has a momentary interruption (open circuit) if the display changes. Repair or replace the connectors and/or wire harnesses as one of them is faulty.

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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.