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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2007HIGHLANDER 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONSYMPTOM RELATED DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES
2007 Toyota Highlander 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE)
Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
2007 Toyota Highlander 2WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE)SECTION Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
HINT:
^ If a normal code is displayed during the diagnostic trouble code check although the trouble still occurs, check the electrical circuits for each symptom in the order given in the charts on the following pages and proceed to the page given for troubleshooting.
^ The Matrix Chart is divided into 2 chapters.
^ When the circuit on which mark *1 is attached is a malfunction, DTC could be output.
Refer to the table when the trouble cause is considered to be electrical the instruction "Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on matrix chart" is given in the flow chart of each circuit, proceed to the circuit with the next highest number in the table to continue the check. If the trouble still occurs even though there are no abnormalities in any of the other circuits, check and replace the ECM.
1. Chapter 1: Electronic Circuit Matrix Chart


HINT: *1: When the circuit on which mark *1 is detective, a DTC may be output.
2. Chapter 2: On-Vehicle Repair and Off-Vehicle Repair


HINT:
^ If a normal code is displayed during the diagnostic trouble code check although the trouble still occurs, check the electrical circuits for each symptom in the order given in the charts on the following pages and proceed to the page given for troubleshooting.
^ The Matrix Chart is divided into 2 chapters.
^ When the circuit on which mark *1 is attached is a malfunction, DTC could be output.
Refer to the table when the trouble cause is considered to be electrical the instruction "Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on matrix chart" is given in the flow chart of each circuit, proceed to the circuit with the next highest number in the table to continue the check. If the trouble still occurs even though there are no abnormalities in any of the other circuits, check and replace the ECM.
1. Chapter 1: Electronic Circuit Matrix Chart
Chapter 1: Electronic Circuit Matrix Chart (Part 1):
Chapter 1: Electronic Circuit Matrix Chart (Part 2):
HINT: *1: When the circuit on which mark *1 is detective, a DTC may be output.
2. Chapter 2: On-Vehicle Repair and Off-Vehicle Repair
Chapter 2: On-Vehicle Repair and Off-Vehicle Repair (Part 1):
Chapter 2: On-Vehicle Repair and Off-Vehicle Repair (Part 2):
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.