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Section 634 (Multiplex Communication System - Diagnostics): Pre-Check
- MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (BEAN)
- BEAN communication line is used to control the theft warning ECU (theft deterrent ECU). Since the line connects the body and theft warning ECU (theft deterrent ECU) with one line, the communication goes one way from the theft warning ECU (theft deterrent ECU) to the body ECU.
- INSPECT OUTPUT OF DIAGNOSTIC BY DOOR OPEN INDICATOR
- Inspect the battery positive voltage.
Standard: 10 - 14 V (when engine stopped)
- Check that the diagnostic outputs.NOTE: No abnormality exists in all the following items.
- Check that the door open indicator will be on when any of the doors is opened.
HINT:
In case that the indicator will not be on, the following problems are possible reasons; door open indicator LED defective, wire harness short, courtesy light switch's contact condition defective, multiplex network body ECU defective, etc.
- By using SST (diagnosis check wire No. 2), make a short-circuit between terminals TC (13) and CG (4) of the DLC3.
SST 09843-18040
NOTE: Do not make a short-circuit in any other positions.
- Check that the door open indicator will be on when any of the doors is opened.
- Inspect the battery positive voltage.
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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.