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HOMESERVICE MANUALSLEXUS2012CT 200H L4-1.8L (2ZR-FXE) HYBRIDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONINITIAL INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSTIC OVERVIEWBASIC INSPECTION
2012 Lexus CT 200h L4-1.8L (2ZR-FXE) Hybrid
Basic Inspection
2012 Lexus CT 200h L4-1.8L (2ZR-FXE) HybridSECTION Basic Inspection
2ZR-FXE ENGINE CONTROL: SFI SYSTEM: BASIC INSPECTION
When a malfunction is not confirmed by the DTC check, troubleshooting should be carried out in all circuits considered to be possible causes of the problem. In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the following flowchart, the location of the problem can be found quickly and efficiently. Therefore, using this check is essential when troubleshooting the engine.
1. CHECK AUXILIARY BATTERY VOLTAGE
NOTICE:
Carry out this check with the engine stopped and the power switch off.
Result
NG -- CHARGE OR REPLACE AUXILIARY BATTERY
OK -- Continue to next step.
2. CHECK WHETHER ENGINE CRANKS
NG -- PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
OK -- Continue to next step.
3. CHECK WHETHER ENGINE STARTS
NG -- GO TO STEP 6
OK -- Continue to next step.
4. CHECK AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Visually check that the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
NG -- REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
OK -- Continue to next step.
5. CHECK IDLING SPEED
(a) Check the engine idling speed On-Vehicle Inspection.
NG -- TROUBLESHOOT IDLING SPEED AND PROCEED TO NEXT STEP
OK -- Continue to next step.
6. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE
(a) Check the fuel pressure Fuel System.
NG -- TROUBLESHOOT FUEL PRESSURE AND PROCEED TO NEXT STEP
OK -- Continue to next step.
7. CHECK FOR SPARK
(a) Perform a spark test Testing and Inspection.
NG -- TROUBLESHOOT SPARK AND PROCEED TO NEXT STEP
OK -- PROCEED TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.