2009 Toyota Avalon XLSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

DTC Check/Clear

  1. DTC CHECK/CLEAR (USING TECHSTREAM) 
    1. Check DTCs.
      1. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
      2. Turn the ignition switch on (IG).
      3. Read the DTCs following the prompts on the tester screen.

      HINT:

      Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.

    2. Clear the DTCs.
      1. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
      2. Turn the ignition switch on (IG).
      3. Operate Techstream to clear the codes.

    HINT:

    Refer to the Techstream operator's manual for further details.

  2. DTC CHECK/CLEAR (USING SST CHECK WIRE) 
    1. Check DTC.
      1. Using SST, connect terminals TC and CG of the DLC3.

        SST 09843-18040 

        Fig 1: Identifying Terminals TC And CG Of DLC3
        G04978016Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Turn the ignition switch on (IG).
      3. Read the number of blinks of the ABS and VSC warning lights.

        HINT:

      4. Codes are explained in the code table (See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ).
      5. After completing the check, disconnect terminals TC and CG of the DLC3, and turn off the ignition switch.

      If 2 or more DTCs are detected at the same time, the DTCs will be displayed in ascending order.

    2. Clear the DTCs.
      1. Using SST, connect terminals TC and CG of the DLC3.

        SST 09843-18040 

        Fig 3: Identifying Terminals TC And CG Of DLC3
        G04977907Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      2. Turn the ignition switch on (IG).
      3. Clear the DTCs stored in the ECU by depressing the brake pedal 8 times or more within 5 seconds.
        Fig 4: Depressing Brake Pedal
        G05001534Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
      4. Check that the ABS warning light indicates a normal system code.
      5. Remove the SST.

    HINT:

    DTCs cannot be cleared by removing the battery cable or the ECU-IG fuse.

  3. END OF CHECK/CLEAR 
    1. Turn the ignition switch on (IG).
    2. Check that the ABS and VSC warning lights go off within approximately 3 seconds.
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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.