Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

2010 Toyota 4 Runner 2WD L4-2.7L (2TR-FE)SECTION Reading and Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes




BRAKE CONTROL / DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS: VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM: DTC CHECK / CLEAR

1. DTC CHECK / CLEAR (when Using Techstream)

(a) Check for DTCs.

(1) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(2) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(3) Turn the Techstream on.

(4) Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Trouble Codes.

(5) Read the DTCs by following the prompts on the Techstream screen.

(b) Clear the DTCs.

(1) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(2) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(3) Turn the Techstream on.

(4) Enter the following menus: Chassis / ABS/VSC/TRAC / Trouble Codes.

(5) Operate the Techstream to clear the codes.

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

2. DTC CHECK / CLEAR (when Using SST Check Wire)

(a) Check for DTCs.

(1) Turn the ignition switch off.

(2) Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

SST : 09843-18040









(3) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(4) Read the DTCs output from the ABS warning light and slip indicator light in the combination meter.

HINT
* When the system is normal, the ABS warning light and slip indicator light blink at 0.25 seconds intervals (0.25 seconds on and 0.25 seconds off).
* When only 1 DTC is stored, the light outputs the same code after an interval of 4 seconds. Example: When DTC 21 is stored, the light blinks twice, turns off for 1.5 seconds, blinks once, turns off for 4 seconds, and then repeats this output pattern.
* When 2 or more DTCs are stored, the light outputs the codes with an interval of 2.5 seconds between each different code, and the output of all codes repeats after an interval of 4 seconds.
* If no code is output, inspect the TC and CG terminal circuit and the ABS warning light and slip indicator light circuits.






(5) The codes are explained in the code table.









* *: The light blinks 10 times, turns off for 1.5 seconds, and then blinks once.





* *: This DTC is output when the VSC system detects a malfunction in the ABS.

(6) Disconnect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

If 2 or more DTCs are output at the same time, the DTCs are output in ascending order.

(b) Clear the DTCs.

(1) Turn the ignition switch off.

(2) Using SST, connect terminals 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

SST : 09843-18040









(3) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(4) Clear the DTCs stored in the ECU by depressing the brake pedal 8 times or more within 5 seconds.

(5) Check that the ABS warning light and slip indicator light blink at 0.25 second intervals (0.25 seconds on and 0.25 seconds off).

(6) Remove SST from the terminals of the DLC3.

3. END OF DTC CHECK/CLEAR

(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON.

(b) Check that the ABS warning light and slip indicator light go off within approximately 3 seconds.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

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.