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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting [08/2015 - 08/2019]: Procedure
- VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
Result
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- CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSIS
- When troubleshooting, confirm that the problem symptoms have been accurately identified. Preconceptions should be discarded in order to make an accurate judgment. To clearly understand what the problem symptoms are, it is extremely important to ask the customer about the problem and the conditions at the time the malfunction occurred.
- Gather as much information as possible for reference. Past problems that seem unrelated may also help in some cases.
- The following 5 items are important points in problem analysis:
What Vehicle model, system name When Date, time, occurrence frequency Where Road conditions Under what conditions? Driving conditions, weather conditions How did it happen? Problem symptoms
Result
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- INSPECT BATTERY VOLTAGE
- Measure the battery voltage.
Standard voltage
11 to 14 V
HINT:
If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery before proceeding to the next step.
Result
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Result:
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- Measure the battery voltage.
- CHECK CABIN
- Check that condensation is not likely to occur in the cabin, and that the temperature is not high or extremely low in the cabin.
OK
Condensation is not likely being produced and the temperature is not high or extremely low.
HINT:
- A humid cabin and a rapid change in temperature may lead to condensation. Condensation in the cabin may cause a short circuit.
- The audio and visual system may not operate normally when the temperature is -20°C (-4°F) or lower, or 65°C (149°F) or higher.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
SET CABIN TO APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURE
Result:
OK
See step 5
- Check that condensation is not likely to occur in the cabin, and that the temperature is not high or extremely low in the cabin.
- CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM*
- Check if CAN communication system DTCs are output (Refer to DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
Result
Result Proceed to CAN DTCs are not output. A CAN DTCs are output. B
Result:
B
GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
(Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [08/2015 - 08/2019] )
Result:
A
See step 6
- Check if CAN communication system DTCs are output (Refer to DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- CHECK FOR DTC*
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
Result
Result Proceed to DTCs are output. A DTCs are not output. B
Result:
B
See step 10
Result:
A
See step 7
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- CLEAR DTC*
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
HINT:
The present DTCs may not indicate actual malfunctions depending on the vehicle operating conditions.
Result
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Result:
NEXT
See step 8
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- RECHECK FOR DTC*
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
Result
Result Proceed to DTCs are output. A DTCs are not output. B HINT:
- Even if the malfunction symptom is not confirmed, check for DTCs. This is because the system stores history DTCs.
- If more information is needed, perform a recheck using the "System Check Mode" screen after rechecking for DTCs using the Techstream.
- Check the DTCs and inspect the area that the code indicates.
Result:
B
See step 10
Result:
A
See step 9
- Refer to DTC Check/Clear (Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
- Find the output code in Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
Result
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Result:
NEXT
See step 12
- Find the output code in Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
- Refer to the Problem Symptoms Table (Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [08/2015 - 08/2019] ).
Result
Result Proceed to Fault is not listed in Problem Symptoms Table A Fault is listed in Problem Symptoms Table B HINT:
If the symptom does not recur and no DTCs are output, attempt to reproduce the symptoms (Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [08/2015 - 08/2019] ).
Result:
B
See step 12
Result:
A
See step 11
- Refer to the Problem Symptoms Table (Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [08/2015 - 08/2019] ).
- PERFORM TROUBLESHOOTING BASED ON MALFUNCTION SYMPTOM
- Refer to Terminals of ECU (Refer to TERMINALS OF ECU [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
Result
Proceed to NEXT
Result:
NEXT
See step 12
- Refer to Terminals of ECU (Refer to TERMINALS OF ECU [08/2015 - 08/2019]
).
- CHECK CIRCUIT
Result:
NEXT
See step 13
- RECHECK FOR DTC*
Result:
NEXT
See step 14
- PERFORM CONFIRMATION TEST
Result
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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.