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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2008AVALON V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES AND OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTANTITHEFT AND ALARM SYSTEMSKEYLESS ENTRYTESTING AND INSPECTIONREADING AND CLEARING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
2008 Toyota Avalon V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)
Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
2008 Toyota Avalon V6-3.5L (2GR-FE)SECTION Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
DOOR LOCK: WIRELESS DOOR LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR
DTC CHECK / CLEAR
1. CHECK DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Read the DTC by following the prompts on the tester screen.
HINT: Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
2. CLEAR DTC
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Erase the DTC by following the directions on the tester screen.
HINT: Refer to the the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
3. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE OPERATING IGNITION KEY CYLINDER:
(a) Switch to self-diagnostic mode.
(1) Establish the vehicle's initial conditions Registration.
(2) Insert the key into the ignition key cylinder and remove it.
(3) Within 5 seconds after the key is removed, reinsert it into the ignition key cylinder.
(4) Step A: Turn the ignition switch on (IG) then off.
(5) Step B: Within 30 seconds of turning the ignition switch off, repeat step (A) 9 more times.
HINT:
- Turning the ignition switch on (IG), after step (B) has been completed, will end the self-diagnostic mode.
- Do not lock or unlock doors while performing the self-diagnostic mode.
NOTICE: If the change to self-diagnostic mode fails, the system will return to normal mode.
(b) Check that the system has switched to self-diagnostic mode by checking the sound pattern of the wireless door lock buzzer.
(c) Check the diagnostic outputs when the door control transmitter switch is held down. The diagnostic outputs can be checked by listening to the wireless door lock buzzer.
4. SELF-DIAGNOSTIC MODE USING THE TECHSTREAM:
(a) Switch to self-diagnostic mode.
(1) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(2) Turn the ignition switch on (IG) and turn the Techstream main switch on.
HINT: Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.
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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.