1991 LEXUS SC400 fuel pressure

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1Check fuel pressure control VSV.
C
OK
P
OK
C
(2) Remove fuel pressure control VSV.
(2) Disconnect fuel pressure control VSV connector.
(2) Measure resistance between terminals.
(2) Measure resistance between each terminal and thebody.
1. Resistance: 30 ± 50 at 20C (68F)
2. Resistance: 1M or higher
Check operation of fuel pressure control VSV when bat-
tery voltage is applied to the terminals of fuel pressure
control VSV connector or not.
Battery voltage is applied:
The air from pipe E is flowing out through the air fil-
ter.
Battery voltage is not applied:
The air from pipe E is flowing out through pipe G.
Replace fuel pressure control VSV.
Go to step 2.
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HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING
The Engine Control System broadly consists of the sensors, ECU and actuator\
s. The ECU receives signals from
various sensors, judges the operating conditions and determines the opti\
mum injection duration, timing, ignition
timing and idle speed.
In general, the Engine Control System is considered to be a very intricate\
system to troubleshoot. But, the fact
is that if you proceed to inspect the circuit one by one following the p\
rocedures directed in this manual, trouble-
shooting of this system is not complex.
This section explains the most ideal method of troubleshooting and tells how\
to carry out the necessary repairs.
[1] CUSTOMER PROBLEM ANALYSISUsing the customer problem analysis check sheet for reference, ask the c\
ustomer in as much details as
possible about the problem.
[2] CHECK AND CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODE (PRECHECK) Before confirming the problem symptom, first check the diagnostic code and mak\
e a note of any malfunc-
tion code which is output, then clear the code.
HINT: Output of the malfunction code indicates that there is a malfunction in\
the circuit indicated. However,
it does not indicate whether the malfunction is still occurring or occur\
red in the past and returned to normal.
In order to determine this, the problem symptoms should be confirmed in 4 \
first and the diagnostic code
be rechecked in [6].
Accordingly, if troubleshooting is begun based on the malfunction code only in diag\
nostic code check in
[2] , it could result in a misdiagnosis, leading to troubleshooting of circuits which are normal \
and making
it more difficult to locate the cause of the problem.
[3] SETTING THE TEST MODE DIAGNOSIS, [4] PROBLEM SYMPTOM CONFIRMATION, [5] SYMPTOM SIMULATION
In order to find out the trouble more quickly, set the diagnosis check in test mode and with higher sensing
ability of the ECU, confirm the problem symptoms. If the trouble does not reappear, use the symptom simu-
lation method to make sure the trouble is reproduced.
[6] DIAGNOSTIC CODE CHECK IN TEST MODE Check the diagnostic code in test mode. If the malfunction code is output, pr\
oceed to ºstep [8] Diagnostic
Code Chartº. If the normal code is output, proceed to ºstep [7] Basic Inspectionº.
[7] BASIC INSPECTION Carry out basic inspection such as the spark check and fuel pressure che\
ck, etc.
[8] DIAGNOSTIC CODE CHART If the malfunction code is displayed, proceed to inspect the circuit ind\
icated by the chart for each code.
[9] MATRIX CHART OF PROBLEM SYMPTOMS If the normal code is displayed in the diagnosis in test mode, perform tro\
ubleshooting according to the in-
spection order in the Matrix Chart of Problem Symptoms.
[10] PARTS INSPECTION When the Matrix Chart of Problem Symptoms instructs to check the parts, proc\
eed to parts inspection sec-
tion included in this manual.
[11] CIRCUIT INSPECTION Determine if the malfunction is the sensor, actuator, wire harness, connector or the ECU.
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ºCHECKº Engine
Tro ble Area
CHECK Engine
Warning Light *
Memory*See PageTrouble AreaNormal
ModeTest
ModeMemory* See Page
w Open or short in water temp. sensor circuit.
w Water temp. sensor
w ECU
ONONTR±68
w Open or short in intake air tempsensor circuitOFFw Open or short in intake air temp. sensor circuit.
w Intake air tempsensor
OFF
ONTR 72w Intake air temp. sensor
ECUON*3
ONTR±72
w ECUON*3
w Open or short in main oxygen sensor circuit.w Oen or short in main oxygen sensor circuit.
w Main oxygen sensor
Main oxygen sensor
w Ignition systemgy
w Water temp. sensor
w Open or short in injector circuit.w Oen or short in injector circuit.
w Fuel line pressure
(injector blockage)w Fuel line ressure (injector blockage)
w Air flow meter (air intake)ONONTR±74 Air flow meter (air intake)
w Engine ground bolt loose

gg
w Foreign object caught in valve
w Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)w Fuel line ressure (injector leak, blockage)
w Mechanical system malfunction Mechanical system malfunction
w(skipping teeth of timing belt)(g g)
w Ignition system
w Open or short in heater circuit of sub±oxygen sen-
sor.
w Sub±oxygen sensor heaterONN.A.w Sub±oxygen sensor heater.
w ECU
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w Open or short in sub±oxygen sensor circuit.
TR 82
w Oen or short in sub oxygen sensor circuit.
w Sub±oxygen sensor
ONON Sub oxygen sensor
w ECU
w Same as (1) of Code No. 21ONN.A.
TR 62w Same as (2) of Code No. 21ONONTR±62
w Same as (1) of Code No. 27ONN.A.
TR 82w Same as (2) of Code No. 27ONONTR±82
*1, 2, 3: See page TR±20.
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FAIL±SAFE CHART
If any of the following codes is recorded, the ECU enters fail±
safe mode.
Code No.Fail±Safe OperationFail±Safe Deactivation Conditions
14Fuel cut1 IGF1 detected in consecutive 8 ignitions.
15Fuel cut1 IGF2 detected in consecutive 8 ignitions.
16Torque control prohibited.Returned to normal condition.
22THW is fixed at 805C (176 5F).Returned to normal condition.
24THA is fixed at 20 5C (68 5F).Returned to normal condition.
31
Ignition timing controlled between 10 5 ~ 30 5
BTDC,
Injection time controlled between 3 msec. ~ 30 m
sec., in relation to:
w Engine rpm
w Throttle angle
w ISC step value
KS input 15 times/sec. or more.
35Atmospheric pressure is fixed at 760 mmHg.Returned to normal condition.
The following 1 or 2 must be repeated at least 2
times consecutively.
41VTA1 is fixed at 051 When IDL is ON41VTA1 is fixed at 051 When IDL is ON
0.25 V
VTA1
0.95 V
2 When IDL is OFF2 When IDL is OFF
0.25 V
VTA1
4.9 V
The following 1 or 2 must be repeated at least 2
times consecutively.
47Value of VTA1 is used1 When IDL2 is ON47Value of VTA1 is used.1 When IDL2 is ON
0.25 V
VTA2
0.95 V
2 When IDL2 is OFF2 When IDL2 is OFF
0.25 V
VTA2
4.9 V
52Max. timeing retardation.IG switch OFF.
53Max. timeing retardation.Returned to normal condition.
55Max. timeing retardation.IG switch OFF.
Back±Up Function
If there is trouble with the program in the ECU and the ignition signals\
(IGT) are not output, the ECU controls
fuel injection and ignition timing at predetermined levels as a back±up f\
unction to make it possible to continue
to operate the vehicle.
Furthermore, the injection duration is calculated from the satrting sign\
al (STA) and the throttle position signal
(IDL). Also, the ignition timing is fixed at the initial ignition timing, 5 5 BTDC, without relation to the engine speed.
HINT: If the engine is controlled by the back±up function, the CHECK ENGIN\
E light lights up to warn the driver
of the malfunction but the diagnostic code is not output. TR±22
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7Check fuel pressure.
C
P(1) Be sure that fuel is enough in tank.
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
(3) Using SST, connect terminals FP and + B of checkconnector.
SST 09843±18020
Check that pulsation damper screw rises up when termi-
nals are connected.
Caution:
Never make a mistake with the terminal connection
position as this will cause a malfunction.
Proceed to page FI±18 and continue to troubleshoot.
8Check for spark.
C
Hint
Disconnect the high±tension cord from the distributor
and, hold the end about 12.5 mm (1/2º) from the ground,
see if spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.
To prevent excessive fuel injected from the injectors dur-
ing this test, Don't crank the engine for more than 1 ± 2
seconds at a time.
Proceed to the page IG±6 and continue to troubleshoot.
Proceed to matix chart of problem systems on
page TR±35 .
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FAIL±SAFE CHART
If any of the following codes is recorded, the ECU enters fail±safe mod\
e.
Code No.Fail±Safe OperationFail±Safe Deactivation Conditions
14Fuel cut1 IGF detected in consecutive 3 ignitions.
16Torque control prohibited.Returned to normal condition.
22THW is fixed at 805C (176 5F).Returned to normal condition.
24THA is fixed at 20 5C (68 5F).Returned to normal condition.
31 Ignition timing fixed at 10 5 BTDC.
 Injection time fixed
Starting 9 m sec.KS input 15 times/sec. or more.
IDL ON 3.6 m sec.
IDL OFF 6.7 m sec.
35Atmospheric pressure is fixed at 101.3 kPa
(760 mmHg 29 92 in Hg)
Returned to normal condition.
(760 mmHg, 29.92 in.Hg).
41VTA1 is fixed at 05.The following must each be repeated at least 241VTA1 is fixed at 0 5.The following must each be re eated at least 2
time consecutively.time consecutively.
(w/o TRAC)(w/o TRAC)
 0.1 V ? VTA ? 0.95 V 0.1 V ? VTA ? 0.95 V
 IDL : ON
( / TRAC)(w/ TRAC)
025V?VTA?095V  0.25 V ? VTA ? 0.95 V
 IDL:ON  IDL : ON
52Max. timing retardation.IG switch OFF.
53Max. timing retardation.Returned to normal condition.
55Max. timing retardation.IG switch OFF.
Back±Up Function
If there is trouble with the program in the ECU and the ignition signals\
(IGT) are not output, the ECU controls
fuel injection and ignition timing at predetermined levels as a back±up f\
unction to make it possible to continue
to operate the vehicle.
Furthermore, the injection duration is calculated from the starting sign\
al (STA) and the throttle position signal
(IDL). Also, the ignition timing is fixed at the initial ignition timing, 10 5 BTDC, without relation to the engine speed.
HINT: If the engine is controlled by the back±up function, the ºCHECKº\
engine warning light lights up to warn
the driver of the malfunction but the diagnostic code is not output. TR±26
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Diag Code 25 26

Air±Fuel Ratio Lean Malfunction
Diag. Code 25, 26
Air±Fuel Ratio Rich Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Refer to page TR±62 for the circuit description.
Code No.
Diagnostic Code Detecting SystemTrouble Area
(1) Main oxygen sensor voltage is 0.45 V or less (lean) for 90 sec. under conditions
(a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)
*2
(a) Coolant temp.: 70 °C (158 °F)
or more.
(b) Engine speed: 1,500 rpm or more.
 Open or short in main oxygen sensor
circuit
 Main oxygen sensor
 Ignition system
 ECU
25
(2)*1 Difference of air±fuel ratio feedback
compensation value between front (No.
1 3 cylinders) and rear (No. 4 6
cylinders) is more than 15 percentage
for 20 sec. or more under conditions (a)
and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)
*2
(a) Engine speed: 2,000 rpm or more.
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 °C
(140 °F) and 95 °C (203 °F).
 Open and short in injector circuit.
 Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)
 Mechanical system malfunction (skipping
teeth of timing belt)
 Ignition system
 Compression pressure (foreign object
caught in valve)
 Air flow meter (air intake)
 ECU
(3)*1 Engine speed varies by more than 15
rpm over the preceding crank angle period
during a period of 20 sec. or more under
conditions (a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)
*2
(a) Engine speed: Idling
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 °C
(140 °F) and 95 °C (203 °F).
 Open and short in injector circuit.
 Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)
 Mechanical system malfunction (skipping
teeth of timing belt)
 Ignition system
 Compression pressure (foreign object
caught in valve)
 Air flow meter (air intake)
 ECU
26*1
(1) Difference of air±fuel ratio feedback
compensation value between front (No. 1
3 cylinders) and rear (No.4 6 cylinders) is
more than 15 percentage for 20 sec. or
more under conditions (a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)
*2
(a) Engine speed: 2,000 rpm or more.
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 °C
(140 °F) and 95 °C (203 °F).
 Open and short in injector circuit.
 Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)
 Mechanical system malfunction (skipping
teeth of timing belt)
 Ignition system
 Compression pressure (foreign object
caught in valve)
 Air flow meter (air intake)
 ECU
261
(2) Engine speed varies by more than 15
rpm over the preceding crank angle peri-
od during a period of 20 sec. or more un-
der conditions (a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)
*2
(a) Engine speed: Idling
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 °C
(140 °F) and 95 °C (203 °F).
 Open and short in injector circuit.
 Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)
 Mechanical system malfunction (skipping
teeth of timing belt)
 Ignition system
 Compression pressure (foreign object
caught in valve
 Air flow meter (air intake)
 ECU
*1: Only for USA specification vehicles.
*2: See page TR±25.
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Diag Code

25Air±Fuel Ratio Lean Malfunction
Diag. Code
26Air±Fuel Ratio Rich Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Refer to page TR±62 for the circuit description.
Code No.Diagnostic Code Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
(1) Main oxygen sensor voltage is 0.45 V or less (lean)
for 90 sec. under conditions (a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)*
(a) Coolant temp.: 60 5C (140 5F) or more.
(b) Engine speed: 1,500 rpm or more.
Open or short in main oxygen sensor circuit

Main oxygen sensor

Ignition system

Water temp. sensor
25 V
26
(2) Main oxygen sensor voltage is alternating above and below 0.45 V at 5 times par
second or more under conditions (a) and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)*
(a) Engine speed: Idling
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 5C (140 5F)
and 95 5C (203 5F)

Open or short in injector circuit.

Fuel line pressure (injector blockage)

Air flow meter (air intake)

Engine ground bolt loose

Foreign object caught in valve
(3) Difference of air±fuel ratio feedback compensation
value between right and left banks is more than 10
percentage for 30 sec. or more under conditions (a)
and (b).
(2 trip detection logic)*
(a) Engine speed : 2,000 rpm or more.
(b) Coolant temp.: Between 60 5C (140 5F)
and 95 5C (203 5F)

Fuel line pressure (injector leak, blockage)

Mechanical system malfunction
(skipping teeth of timing belt)

Ignition system
*: See page TR±21.
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