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Timer Charging Switch Circuit [09/2016 - ]: Procedure
- READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (TIMER CHARGING SWITCH STATUS)
- 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 / Timer Charging Switch Status.
Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Data List
Tester Display Timer Charging Switch Status - Read the value displayed on the Techstream.
Powertrain > Plug-in Control > Data List
Tester Display Measurement Item Range Normal Condition Timer Charging Switch Status Charging timer switch status ON or OFF Charging timer switch (fuel control switch) being pushed and held: ON
Charging timer switch (fuel control switch) not operated: OFF - Turn the power switch off.
Result
Result Proceed to The display changes according to the charging timer switch (fuel control switch) operation A The display does not change according to the charging timer switch (fuel control switch) operation B
Result:
A
PROCEED TO NEXT CIRCUIT INSPECTION SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE (PLUG-IN CHARGE CONTROL SYSTEM). Refer to PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE [09/2016 - ]
Result:
B
See step 2
- INSPECT FUEL CONTROL SWITCH
- Remove the charging timer switch (fuel control switch).
Refer to REMOVAL [09/2016 - ]
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition 6 (SW+) - 3 (E) Charging timer switch (fuel control switch) being pushed and held Below 50 Ω Charging timer switch (fuel control switch) not operated 10 kΩ or higher *a Component without harness connected
(Charging Timer Switch (Fuel Control Switch)) - Install the charging timer switch (fuel control switch).
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
REPLACE FUEL CONTROL SWITCH. Refer to REMOVAL [09/2016 - ]
Result:
OK
See step 3
- Remove the charging timer switch (fuel control switch).
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ASSEMBLY - FUEL CONTROL SWITCH) 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 [09/2016 - 05/2019] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 28 [05/2019 - 07/2020] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 28 [07/2020 - ]
- Disconnect the N74 electric vehicle charger assembly connector.
- Disconnect the I44 charging timer switch (fuel control switch) connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition N74-9 (PTMS) - I44-6 (SW+) Power switch off Below 1 Ω N74-9 (PTMS) or I44-6 (SW+) - Body ground and other terminals Power switch off 10 kΩ or higher *a Front view of wire harness connector
(to Electric Vehicle Charger Assembly)*b Front view of wire harness connector
(to Charging Timer Switch (Fuel Control Switch)) - Reconnect the I44 charging timer switch (fuel control switch) connector.
- Reconnect the N74 electric vehicle charger assembly connector.
- Install the EV charger duct. (for Type A)
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
Result:
OK
See step 4
- Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (FUEL CONTROL SWITCH - BODY GROUND)
- Disconnect the I44 charging timer switch (fuel control switch) connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance
Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition I44-3 (E) - Body ground Always Below 1 Ω *a Front view of wire harness connector
(to Charging Timer Switch (Fuel Control Switch)) - Reconnect the I44 charging timer switch (fuel control switch) connector.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
OK
REPLACE ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ASSEMBLY. Refer to REMOVAL [09/2016 - 05/2019] , or refer to REMOVAL [05/2019 - 07/2020] , or refer to REMOVAL [07/2020 - ]
Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
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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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