Safety Warning
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Reverse Signal Circuit [08/2019 - ]: Procedure
- CHECK BACK-UP LIGHT
- Select reverse (R) and check that the back-up lights come on.
OK
The back-up lights come on.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
GO TO LIGHTING SYSTEM
w/ AFS: Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [12/2018 - 07/2020] , or refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [07/2020 - ]
w/o AFS: Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [11/2015 - 07/2020] , or refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [07/2020 - ]
Result:
OK
See step 2
- Select reverse (R) and check that the back-up lights come on.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (REVERSE SIGNAL)
- Disconnect the F118 radio and display receiver assembly connector.
- Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition F118-28 (REV) - Body ground Power switch on (IG)
Reverse (R) selected11 to 14 V F118-28 (REV) - Body ground Power switch on (IG)
Shift state other than reverse (R) selectedBelow 1 V Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
OK
PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE. Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [08/2019 - 07/2020] , or refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [07/2020 - ]
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
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:
- • 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.