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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004TACOMA PRERUNNER V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSCAN TOOL TESTING AND PROCEDURESACTIVE TEST
2004 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE)
Active Test
2004 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner V6-3.4L (5VZ-FE)SECTION Active Test
ACTIVE TEST
HINT: Performing the ACTIVE TEST using the Hand-held tester allows the relay, VSV, actuator and so on to operate without parts removal. Performing the ACTIVE TEST as the first step of troubleshooting is one of the methods to shorten the labor time.
It is possible to display the DATA LIST during the ACTIVE TEST.
a. Warm up the engine.
b. Turn the ignition switch off.
c. Connect the hand-held tester to the DLC3.
d. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
e. Push the "ON" button of the the hand-held tester.
f. Select the item "DIAGNOSIS/ENHANCED OBD II/ACTIVE TEST".
g. According to the display on tester, perform the "ACTIVE TEST".
HINT: Performing the ACTIVE TEST using the Hand-held tester allows the relay, VSV, actuator and so on to operate without parts removal. Performing the ACTIVE TEST as the first step of troubleshooting is one of the methods to shorten the labor time.
It is possible to display the DATA LIST during the ACTIVE TEST.
a. Warm up the engine.
b. Turn the ignition switch off.
c. Connect the hand-held tester to the DLC3.
d. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
e. Push the "ON" button of the the hand-held tester.
f. Select the item "DIAGNOSIS/ENHANCED OBD II/ACTIVE TEST".
g. According to the display on tester, perform the "ACTIVE TEST".
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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.