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Toyota Camry (XV70): Diagnosis System

DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION

(a) When troubleshooting On-Board Diagnostic (OBD II) vehicles, an OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE J1978) must be connected to the vehicle. Various data output from the vehicle ECM can then be read.

(b) OBD II regulations require that the vehicle on-board computer illuminate the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on the instrument panel when the computer detects a malfunction in:

  • The emission control system/components
  • The powertrain control components which affect vehicle emissions
  • The computer

In addition, the applicable Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) prescribed by SAE J2012 are recorded in the ECM memory.

If a malfunction does not recur, the MIL remains illuminated until the engine switch is turned off, and the MIL turns off when the engine is started. However, the DTCs will remain recorded in the ECM memory.

(c) To check DTCs, connect the Techstream to the Data Link Connector 3 (DLC3) of the vehicle. The Techstream displays DTCs, freeze frame data and a variety of engine data.

The DTCs and freeze frame data can be cleared with the Techstream.

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NORMAL MODE AND CHECK MODE

(a) The diagnosis system operates in normal mode during normal vehicle use. In normal mode, 2 trip detection logic is used to ensure accurate detection of malfunctions. Check mode is also available as an option for technicians. In check mode, 1 trip detection logic is used to increase the system's ability to detect malfunctions, including intermittent problems, when simulating malfunction symptoms (Techstream only).

2 TRIP DETECTION LOGIC

(a) When a malfunction is first detected, the malfunction is temporarily stored in the ECM memory (1st trip). If the same malfunction is detected during the next driving cycle, the MIL is illuminated (2nd trip).

FREEZE FRAME DATA

(a) The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as freeze frame data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can be helpful in determining whether the vehicle was running or stopped, whether the engine was warmed up or not, whether the air/fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other data recorded at the time of a malfunction.

(b) The Techstream records freeze frame data in 5 different instances: 1) 3 times before a DTC is stored, 2) once when a DTC is stored, and 3) once after a DTC is stored. These sets of data can be used to simulate the vehicle condition around the time when the malfunction occurred. The data may help in diagnosing the malfunction, or in judging if the DTC was stored due to a temporary malfunction.

CHECK DATA LINK CONNECTOR 3 (DLC3)

(a) Check the DLC3.

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CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE

Standard Voltage:

11 to 14 V

If the voltage is below 11 V, recharge or replace the battery.

CHECK MIL

(a) Check that the MIL illuminates when the engine switch is turned on (IG) (engine not started).

(b) The MIL should turn off when the engine is started. If the MIL remains illuminated, the diagnosis system has detected a malfunction in the system.

HINT:

If the MIL is not illuminated when the engine switch is turned on (IG), check the MIL circuit.

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     Dtc Check / Clear

    DTC CHECK / CLEAR NOTICE: When the diagnosis system is changed from normal mode to check mode or vice versa, all DTCs and freeze frame data recorded in normal mode are cleared. Before changing modes,

     Check Mode Procedure

    CHECK MODE PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION (a) Check mode has a higher sensitivity to malfunctions and can detect malfunctions that normal mode cannot detect. Check mode can also detect all of the malfunctions

     Fail-safe Chart

    FAIL-SAFE CHART Description The fail-safe function minimizes the loss of operation when a malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid. Fail-safe (a) Fail-safe control list: Malfunctioning Part

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     VSC OFF Switch Circuit

    DESCRIPTION The skid control ECU (brake actuator assembly) is connected to the combination meter assembly via CAN communication. Pressing the VSC OFF switch turns off TRAC operation, and pressing and holding this switch turns off TRAC and VSC operation. If TRAC and VSC operations are turned off, "

     Reassembly

    REASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 1. CLEAN VACUUM PUMP HOUSING (a) Clean the inside surface of the vacuum pump housing. 2. INSTALL VACUUM PUMP ROTOR (a) Clean the vacuum pump rotor. (b) Apply engine oil to the areas of the vacuum pump rotor shown in the illustration. Engine Oil (c) Instal

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