2008 Toyota Camry Solara Sport, 2D ConvertibleFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Test Mode Procedure

  1. WARNING LIGHT BULB CHECKΒ 
    NOTE: When releasing the parking brake, set the chocks to hold the vehicle for safety.

    HINT:

    When the parking brake is applied or the level of the brake fluid is low, the BRAKE warning light comes on.

    1. Release the parking brake lever.
    2. Check that the ABS warning light and BRAKE warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned on and will go off in about 3 seconds.
    3. If the warning lights do not light, or remain on, the bulb has burned out or the ABS ECU may be defective.
  2. SENSOR SIGNAL CHECK (TEST MODE)Β 

    (USING TECHSTREAM)

    If the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC or LOCK position during SIGNAL CHECK (test mode), DTC of sensor check function will be erased.

    Fig 1: Identifying ABS Warning And Brake Warning Light
    G05130863Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    1. Procedures for sensor signal check
      1. Turn the ignition switch off.
      2. Check that the shift lever is in P position.
      3. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
      4. Start the engine.
      5. Operate Techstream in Signal Check (test mode).
      6. Check that the ABS warning light blinks.

        HINT:

        If the ABS warning light does not blink, inspect the ABS warning light circuit.

        TROUBLE AREA REFERENCE

        Trouble area See procedure
        ABS warning light See ABS WARNING LIGHT DOES NOT COME ONΒ 
    2. Start the sensor signal check.
      1. Drive vehicle straight forward.

        Drive the vehicle at a speed of 28 to 34 mph (45 to 55 km/h) or higher for several seconds.

        VEHICLE SPEED CHART

        Test Vehicle Speed Check
        Low speed test 0 to 3 mph (0 to 5 km/h) Response of sensors
        Middle speed test 28 to 34 mph (45 to 55 km/h) Deviations of sensor signal

        HINT:

        The sensor check may not be completed if the vehicle has its wheel spun or its steering wheel steered during this check.

      2. Stop the vehicle.
    3. Signal check results.
      RESULTS CHART

      Check Result ABS Warning Light
      OK Goes off
      NG Remains on
    4. Read the DTCs.

      HINT:

      • If the check result is OK, the ABS warning light blink goes off when the brake pedal is once depressed.
      • See the list of DTC (Refer to step Β 3).
      • If every sensor is normal, there is a normal system code output. (A cycle of 0.25 sec. ON and 0.25 sec. OFF is repeated.)
      • If 2 or more malfunctions are indicated at the same time, the lowest numbered code will be displayed 1st.
      1. Normal system code.
      2. Malfunction code.
        Fig 2: ABS Warning Light Blinking Pattern - Normal System Code
        G05130865Courtesy of Β© TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
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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.

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