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Charging Indicator Circuit [09/2016 - 05/2019]: Procedure
- CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HEALTH CHECK)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Health Check.
- Check DTCs.
Result
Result Proceed to No DTCs are output A DTCs are output B - Turn the power switch off.
Result:
B
GO TO DTC CHART
Result:
A
See step 2
- CHECK FOR VEHICLE CONTROL HISTORY
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Plug-in Control / Utility / Vehicle Control History (RoB).
Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Utility
Tester Display Vehicle Control History (RoB) - Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Utility / Vehicle Control History (RoB).
Powertrain > Hybrid Control > Utility
Tester Display Vehicle Control History (RoB) - Check for Vehicle Control History.
Result
Result Proceed to Vehicle Control History not stored A Vehicle Control History stored B - Turn the power switch off.
Result:
B
GO TO VEHICLE CONTROL HISTORY
- PLUG-IN CHARGE CONTROL SYSTEM
Refer to VEHICLE CONTROL HISTORY [09/2016 - ]
- HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM
Refer to VEHICLE CONTROL HISTORY [09/2016 - 01/2018] , or refer to VEHICLE CONTROL HISTORY [01/2018 - 07/2020]
Result:
A
See step 3
- READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHTING REQUEST)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the power switch on (IG).
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Plug-in Control / Data List / Charging Indicator lighting Request.
Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Data List
Tester Display Charging Indicator lighting Request - Using the electric vehicle charger cable assembly, plug-in charge the vehicle.
- Read the value displayed on the Techstream.
Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Data List
Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Charging Indicator lighting Request Charging indicator lighting request ON or OFF Charging indicator light illuminated: ON
Charging indicator light not illuminated: OFFResult
Result Proceed to The display changes according to the charging indicator light condition. A The display does not change according to the charging indicator light condition. B - Disconnect the electric vehicle charger cable assembly.
- Turn the power switch off.
Result:
A
GO TO "PLUG-IN CHARGING DOES NOT START". Refer to Plug-in Charging Does not Start [09/2016 - ]
Result:
B
See step 4
- INSPECT CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHT (EV CHARGER LID INDICATOR ASSEMBLY)
- Remove the charging indicator light (EV charger lid indicator assembly).
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2016 - ]
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
*a Component without harness connected
(Charging Indicator Light (EV Charger Lid Indicator Assembly))Standard Resistance
Condition Specified Condition Auxiliary battery positive (+) → Terminal 1 (PIL)
Auxiliary battery negative (-) → Terminal 4 (GND)Charging indicator light illuminates - Install the charging indicator light (EV charger lid indicator assembly).
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
REPLACE EV CHARGER LID INDICATOR ASSEMBLY. Refer to REMOVAL [09/2016 - ]
Result:
OK
See step 5
- Remove the charging indicator light (EV charger lid indicator assembly).
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ASSEMBLY - CHARGING INDICATOR LIGHT (EV CHARGER LID INDICATOR ASSEMBLY)) WARNING:
Be sure to wear insulated gloves.
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.NOTE:
After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the Service Information because this may cause a malfunction.
- Remove the EV charger duct. (for Type A)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 21
- Disconnect the N74 electric vehicle charger assembly connector.
- Disconnect the N60 charging indicator light (EV charger lid indicator assembly) connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
*a Front view of wire harness connector
(to Electric Vehicle Charger Assembly)*b Front view of wire harness connector
(to Charging Indicator Light (EV Charger Lid Indicator Assembly))Standard Resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition N74-11 (PIL) - N60-1 (PIL) Power switch off Below 1 Ω N74-11 (PIL) or N60-1 (PIL) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher - Reconnect the N60 charging indicator light (EV charger lid indicator assembly) connector.
- Reconnect the N74 electric vehicle charger assembly connector.
- Install the EV charger duct. (for Type A)
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
OK
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS. Refer to CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS [09/2016 - ]
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
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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.
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