Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
If a normal code is displayed during the DTC check but the problem still occurs, check the circuits for each problem symptom in the order given in the table below and proceed to the relevant troubleshooting page.
NOTICE:
When replacing the skid control ECU (master cylinder solenoid), sensor or etc., turn the ignition switch to off.
Vehicle Stability Control System|
Symptom |
Suspected Area |
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ABS, BA and/or EBD does not operate |
Check for DTCs again and make sure that normal system code displayed. |
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IG power source circuit |
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Speed sensor circuit |
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Check hydraulic brake booster using Techstream (Check hydraulic brake booster operation using active test function) If abnormal, check hydraulic circuit for leakage |
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If symptoms still occur even after above circuits in suspected areas inspected and proved to be normal, replace master cylinder solenoid. |
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ABS, BA and/or EBD does not operate efficiently |
Check for DTCs again and make sure that normal system code displayed. |
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Speed sensor circuit |
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Stop light switch circuit |
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Check hydraulic brake booster using Techstream (Check hydraulic brake booster operation using active test function) If abnormal, check hydraulic circuit for leakage |
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If symptoms still occur even after above circuits in suspected areas inspected and proved to be normal, replace master cylinder solenoid. |
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VSC and/or TRAC does not operate |
Check for DTCs again and make sure that normal system code displayed. |
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IG power source circuit |
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Check hydraulic circuit for leakage |
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Speed sensor circuit |
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Yaw rate and acceleration sensor circuit |
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Steering angle sensor circuit |
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VSC OFF switch circuit |
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If symptoms still occur even after above circuits in suspected areas inspected and proved to be normal, replace master cylinder solenoid. |
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Sensor signal check cannot be performed |
Master cylinder solenoid |
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DTC check cannot be performed |
Check for DTCs again and make sure that normal system code displayed. |
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If symptoms still occur even after above circuits in suspected areas inspected and proved to be normal, replace master cylinder solenoid. |
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ABS warning light remains on |
ABS warning light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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ABS warning light does not come on |
ABS warning light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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BRAKE warning light remains on |
BRAKE warning light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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BRAKE warning light does not come on |
BRAKE warning light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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TRAC OFF indicator light remains on |
TRAC OFF indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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TRAC OFF indicator light does not come on |
TRAC OFF indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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VSC OFF indicator light remains on |
VSC OFF indicator circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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VSC OFF indicator light does not come on |
VSC OFF indicator circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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AUTO LSD indicator light remains on |
AUTO LSD indicator circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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AUTO LSD indicator light does not come on |
AUTO LSD indicator circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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Slip indicator light remains on |
Slip indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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Slip indicator light does not come on |
Slip indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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A-TRAC indicator light remains on*1 |
A-TRAC indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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A-TRAC indicator light does not come on*1 |
A-TRAC indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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Crawl indicator light abnormal (Remains on)*2 |
Crawl indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid (skid control ECU) |
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Crawl indicator light abnormal (Does not come on)*2 |
Crawl indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid (skid control ECU) |
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Multi-terrain select indicator light abnormal (Remains on)*2 |
Multi-terrain select indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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Multi-terrain select indicator light abnormal (Does not come on)*2 |
Multi-terrain select indicator light circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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VSC warning buzzer abnormal |
VSC warning buzzer circuit |
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Master cylinder solenoid |
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- *1: for Manual Transmission
- *2: for Automatic Transmission
Calibration
CALIBRATION
1. DESCRIPTION
(a) After replacing the VSC relevant components or performing "Front wheel alignment
adjustment", clearing and reading the sensor calibration data are necessar ...
Test Mode Procedure
TEST MODE PROCEDURE
1. TEST MODE PROCEDURE (for Using Techstream)
HINT:
If the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC or LOCK position
during test mode, DTCs related to the si ...
Other materials:
Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT TIE ROD END SUB-ASSEMBLY
(a) Flip the ball joint stud back and forth 5 times as shown in the illustration
before installing the nut.
(b) Using a torque wrench, turn the nut continuously at a rate of 2 to 4 seconds
per turn and check the torque reading on the ...
Ambient Temperature Sensor Circuit (B1412)
DESCRIPTION
The ambient temperature sensor is installed in front of the condenser to detect
the ambient temperature which is used to control the air conditioning system AUTO
mode. This sensor is connected to the air conditioning amplifier assembly and detects
fluctuations in the ambient tempe ...
Open in One Side of Bus 3 Branch Line
DESCRIPTION
When the CAN bus main lines are normal (no open, short to ground, short to +B
or short between lines) and there is an ECU or sensor on the "Communication Bus
Check" screen that is indicated as not communicating or whose connection status
on the "Communication Bus Ch ...
