How To Proceed With Troubleshooting [09/2013 - ]

2014 Toyota Tacoma Base, 2D Pickup, 4WD, Standard TransSECTION How To Proceed With Troubleshooting [09/2013 - ]

*: Use the Techstream.

  1. VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  2. CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  3. CONNECT TECHSTREAM TO DLC3* 

    HINT: 

    If the display indicates a communication fault in the Techstream, inspect the DLC3.

    When any CAN communication system DTCs are output, perform troubleshooting on the CAN communication system first.

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  4. CHECK DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA* 
    1. Check DTC. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [09/2013 - ] .
    2. Check Freeze Frame Data. Refer to FREEZE FRAME DATA [09/2013 - ] .

      HINT: 

      Record or print DTCs and freeze frame data if necessary.

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  5. CLEAR DTC AND FREEZE FRAME DATA* 
    1. Clear DTC. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [09/2013 - ] .
    2. Clear Freeze Frame Data. Refer to FREEZE FRAME DATA [09/2013 - ] .

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  6. CONDUCT VISUAL INSPECTION 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  7. SET CHECK MODE DIAGNOSIS* 
    1. Switch the ECM from normal mode to check mode.

      HINT: 

      Refer to Check Mode Procedure. Refer to CHECK MODE PROCEDURE [09/2013 - ] .

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  8. CONFIRM PROBLEM SYMPTOMS 
    1. Confirm problem symptoms.

      HINT: 

      If the engine does not start, first perform the "Check DTC" procedure and "Conduct Basic Inspection" procedure below.

      RESULT

      Result Proceed to
      Malfunction does not occur A
      Malfunction occurs B

      B → GO TO STEP 10 

      A: Go to next step 

  9. SIMULATE SYMPTOMS 

    HINT: 

    Refer to Symptom Simulation. Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [09/2013 - ] .

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  10. CHECK DTC* 
    1. Check for DTCs.

      HINT: 

      Refer to DTC Check / Clear. Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [09/2013 - ] .

      RESULT

      Result Proceed to
      Trouble code A
      No code B

      B → GO TO STEP 12 

      A: Go to next step 

  11. REFER TO DTC CHART  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [09/2013 - ]  
    1. Refer to Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [09/2013 - ] .

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  12. CONDUCT BASIC INSPECTION 
    1. Conduct basic inspection. Refer to BASIC INSPECTION [09/2013 - ] .
      RESULT

      Result Proceed to
      Malfunctioning parts not confirmed A
      Malfunctioning parts confirmed B

      B → GO TO STEP   17 

      A: Go to next step 

  13. REFER TO PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE  PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [09/2013 - ]  
    1. Refer to Problem Symptoms Table. Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [09/2013 - ] .
      RESULT

      Result Proceed to
      Malfunctioning circuit confirmed A
      Malfunctioning parts confirmed B

      B → GO TO STEP  Figure 

      A: Go to next step 

  14. CHECK ECM POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT 
    1. Check the ECM power source circuit.

      HINT: 

      Refer to ECM Power Source Circuit. Refer to ECM Power Source Circuit [09/2013 - ] .

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  15. CONDUCT CIRCUIT INSPECTION 
    RESULT

    Result Proceed to
    Malfunction not confirmed A
    Malfunction confirmed B

    B → GO TO STEP 18 

    A: Go to next step 

  16. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS 
    1. Check for intermittent problems.

      HINT: 

      Refer to Check for Intermittent Problems. Refer to CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS [09/2013 - ] .

      NEXT: Go to next step 

  17. CONDUCT PARTS INSPECTION 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  18. IDENTIFY PROBLEM 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  19. ADJUST AND/OR REPAIR 

    NEXT: Go to next step 

  20. CONDUCT CONFIRMATION TEST 

    NEXT → END 

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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.