How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

2005 Toyota Highlander Limited, FWDSECTION How To Proceed With Troubleshooting

HINT:

Troubleshoot in accordance with the procedure on the following pages.

  1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP 
  2. SYMPTOM CHECK 
  3. INSPECT COMMUNICATION FUNCTION OF LARGE-SCALE MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (BEAN) 
    1. Check that there is no abnormality in the communication system by inspecting the communication function of the multiplex communication system with the hand-held tester.
      1. (ECU communication stop, communication line abnormal) With code output, proceed to A.
      2. (ECU communication stop, communication line abnormal) Without code output, proceed to B.
    1. B: GO TO SECTION OF EACH SYSTEM 
    2. A: Go To Next Step 
  4. DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK (See  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART   ) 
    1. Check a DTC and note it if a code is output.
    2. Delete the DTC.
    3. Check if the DTC will be output once again, when the problem symptom is simulated based on the noted code.
      1. When no code is output (symptom check and simulation is possible), proceed to A.
      2. When no code is output (symptom check and simulation is impossible), proceed to B.
      3. When the code is output, proceed to C.
    1. B: GO TO PROBLEM SIMULATION (See  HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING  ) 
    2. C: Go to step   7 
    3. A: Go To Next Step 
  5. PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE (See  PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE   ) 
    1. Without applicable symptoms, proceed to A.
    2. With applicable symptoms, proceed to B.
    1. B: Go to step   7 
    2. A: Go To Next Step 
  6. PERFORM TROUBLESHOOTING IN THE FOLLOWING METHOD, DEPENDING ON MALFUNCTION SYMPTOM 
    1. Pre-check (See PRE-CHECK  )
    2. Terminals of ECU (See TERMINALS OF ECU  )
  7. ADJUSTMENT, REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT 

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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.