Headlight Control Relay Circuit

2001 Toyota Landcruiser V8-4.7L (2UZ-FE)SECTION Headlight Control Relay Circuit
Headlight Control Relay Circuit

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the theft deterrent system is activated, it causes the Tr in the ECU to switch ON and OFF at approximately 0.4 sec. intervals. This switches the headlight control relay ON and OFF, thus flashing the headlights (See the wiring diagram below).

In this condition, if any of the following operations is done, the Tr in the ECU goes OFF and the headlight control relay switches OFF, thus stopping the headlights flashing.
1. Unlock the front LH or RH door with a key.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON position.
3. Unlock the doors with the wireless door lock control system.
4. Wait for approximately 60 seconds.






Step 1:




INSPECTION PROCEDURE

HINT: The flow chart below is based on the premise that the headlights light up normally whenever the light control switch is operated. If headlight operation is not normal when the light control switch is operated, proceed to troubleshooting.
RENDER: 1.0x

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