2006 Toyota PriusFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Inspection Procedure

NOTE: When replacing the skid control ECU, perform initialization of linear solenoid valve and calibration (see INITIALIZATION  ).
  1. PERFORM ACTIVE TEST BY INTELLIGENT TESTER (SLIP INDICATOR LIGHT) 
    1. Select the ACTIVE TEST, generate a control command, and then check that the SLIP indicator light operates.

      Skid control ECU 

      ACTIVE TEST

      Item Test Details Diagnostic Note
      SLIP INDI LIGHT Turns SLIP indicator light ON / OFF Observe combination meter

      OK : Turn the SLIP indicator light on or off. 

    OK : REPLACE SKID CONTROL ECU 

    NG : GO TO NEXT STEP 

  2. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 
    1. Check if a CAN communication system DTC is output (see DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM ).

      Result 

      RESULT REFERENCE

      Result Proceed to
      DTC is not output A
      DTC is output B

    B : REPAIR CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 

    A : Go to next step 

  3. CHECK MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 
    1. Check if a multiplex communication system DTC is output.

      Result 

      RESULT REFERENCE

      Result Proceed to
      DTC is not output A
      DTC is output B

    B : REPAIR MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 

    A : REPAIR OR REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY 

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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.