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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2009LANDCRUISER V8-5.7L (3UR-FE)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINTRANSMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSTESTING AND INSPECTIONCOMPONENT TESTS AND GENERAL DIAGNOSTICSPATTERN SELECT SWITCH POWER MODE CIRCUIT
2009 Toyota Landcruiser V8-5.7L (3UR-FE)
Pattern Select Switch Power Mode Circuit
2009 Toyota Landcruiser V8-5.7L (3UR-FE)SECTION Pattern Select Switch Power Mode Circuit
AB60F AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION / TRANSAXLE: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SYSTEM: Pattern Select Switch Power Mode Circuit
Pattern Select Switch Power Mode Circuit
DESCRIPTION
The ECM memory contains the programs for the normal and power shift patterns and lock-up pattern.
By following the programs corresponding to the signals from the pattern select switch, the park/neutral position switch and other various sensors, the ECM switches the shift solenoid valves on and off, and controls the transmission gear change and the lock-up clutch operation.
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
When the pattern select (PWR) switch is pushed, switch contact is made and power mode is selected. To cancel power mode, push the pattern select (PWR) switch once again.
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT PATTERN SELECT (PWR) SWITCH
(a) Remove the suspension control switch Removal.
(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
NG -- REPLACE PATTERN SELECT (PWR) SWITCH (SUSPENSION CONTROL SWITCH)
OK -- Continue to next step.
2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PATTERN SELECT (PWR) SWITCH - BODY GROUND)
(a) Disconnect the V4 suspension control switch connector.
(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK -- Continue to next step.
3. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PATTERN SELECT (PWR) SWITCH - ECM)
(a) Disconnect the A38 ECM connector.
(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
NG -- REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK -- PROCEED TO NEXT CIRCUIT INSPECTION SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.