Toyota Tacoma (2015-2018) Service Manual: System Description
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
1. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
(a) The Electronic Controlled Automatic Transmission (ECT) is an automatic transmission that has its shift timing electronically controlled by the ECM. The ECM detects electrical signals that indicate engine and driving conditions, and controls the shift point, based on driver's habits and road conditions. As a result, fuel efficiency and transmission performance are improved.
Shift shock has been reduced by controlling the engine and transmission simultaneously.
In addition, the ECT has features such as:
- Diagnostic function.
- Fail-safe function for use when a malfunction occurs.
How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
The ECM of this system is connected to the CAN communication system.
Therefore, before starting troubleshooting, make sure to check that there
is no tro ...
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
The configuration of the electronic control system in the AC60E automatic transmission
is as shown in the following chart.
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Other materials:
Diagnosis System
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
1. DIAGNOSIS
(a) If the skid control ECU (master cylinder solenoid) detects a malfunction,
the ABS and/or BRAKE warning lights and the slip indicator lights come on in accordance
with the trouble area to warn the driver.
HINT:
The DTCs are simultaneously stored in th ...
Problem Symptoms Table
PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
Charging System
Symptom
Suspected Area
See page
Charging System Warning Displayed
Battery
Generator assembly
Charging system (ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION)
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Unable to Lock Steering Wheel
DESCRIPTION
The steering lock actuator assembly activates the steering lock motor and moves
the lock bar into the steering column to lock the steering.
When the steering lock is operating, the steering may not lock when the lock
bar is not aligned with the lock hole of the steering column. In ...
