Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Audio Communication Line Check (Between Display Control Unit and Audio Unit
- CHECK POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIRCUIT
- Check system of power supply and ground circuit audio unit. Refer to POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT INSPECTION
OK or NG
- OK : GO TO 2.
- NG : Check the malfunctioning parts.
- CHECK HARNESS
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect audio unit connector and display control unit connector.
- Check continuity between audio unit and display control unit.AUDIO UNIT AND DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS CONTINUITY
Terminals Continuity Display control unit Audio unit Connector Terminal (Wire color) Connector Terminal (Wire color) M95 40 (O/L) M45 65 (O/L) Yes 42 (W/L) 66 (W/L) - Check continuity between display control unit and ground.DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT TERMINALS CONTINUITY
Terminals Continuity Display control unit --- Connector Terminal (Wire color) M95 40 (O/L) Ground No 42 (W/L)
OK or NG
- OK : GO TO 3.
- NG : Repair harness or connector.
- CHECK 1: AUDIO-TX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
- Connect display control unit connector.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check voltage between display control unit harness connector M95 terminal 42 (W/L) and ground.
Approx. 3.5 V or more.
OK or NG
- OK : GO TO 4.
- NG : Replace display control unit. Refer to , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT ".
- CHECK 2: AUDIO-RX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Disconnect display control unit connector.
- Connect audio unit connector.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check voltage between audio unit harness connector M45 terminal 65 (O/L) and ground.
Approx. 3.5 V or more.
OK or NG
- OK : GO TO 5.
- NG : Replace audio unit. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION FOR AUDIO UNIT
- CHECK 3: AUDIO-TX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
- Turn ignition switch OFF.
- Connect display control unit connector.
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check signal between display control unit harness connector M95 terminal 40 (O/L) and ground with CONSULT-II or oscilloscope.
40 (O/L) - Ground: Refer to , "TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT ".
OK or NG
- OK : GO TO 6.
- NG : Replace display control unit. Refer to , "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT ".
- CHECK 4: AUDIO-RX COMMUNICATION SIGNAL
- Turn ignition switch ON.
- Check signal between display control unit harness connector M95 terminal 42 (W/L) and ground with CONSULT-II or oscilloscope.
42 (W/L) - Ground : Refer to , "TERMINALS AND REFERENCE VALUE FOR DISPLAY CONTROL UNIT ".
OK or NG
- OK : INSPECTION END.
- NG : Replace audio unit. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION FOR AUDIO UNIT
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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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