
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
AT09R±07
The electronically controlled transmission system has built±
in self±diagnostic functions. If the malfunction occurs in the
system, the ECM stores the malfunction code in memory and
the O/D OFF (Overdrive OFF) indicator light blinks to inform
the driver. The diagnostic trouble code stored in memory can
be read out by the following procedure.
O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT INSPECTION
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1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
2. Check if the O/D OFF indicator light lights up when the O/D main switch is pushed out to OFF and goes off when
the O/D main switch is pushed in to ON.
HINT:
wIf the O/D OFF indicator light does not light up or stay on
all the time, carry out the check for ªO/D OFF Indicator
Light Circuitº on page AT±112.
w If the O/D OFF indicator light blinks, a trouble code is
stored in the ECM memory.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHECK
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1. Turn the ignition switch ON, but do not start the engine.
2. Push in the O/D main switch to ON.
HINT: Warning and diagnostic trouble codes can be r ead only
when the O/D main switch is ON. If it is OFF, the O/D OFF indi-
cator lights up continuously and will not blink.
3. Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the DLC2 or
DLC1.
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*1: ªOº mark means ªO/D OFFº light blinks once every 2 seconds.\
ªXº mark means ªO/D OFFº light never
blinks.
*2: ªOº mark means the ECM memorizes the malfunction code if the ECM detects the diag. trouble \
code
detection condition.
*3: This indicates items for which ª2 trip detection logicº is use\
d. With this logic, when a logic malfunction
is first detected, the malfunction is temporarily stored in the ECM memory. If the same case is detected
again during the second drive test, this second detection causes the O/F\
OFF Light to blink.
The 2 trip repeats the same mode twice. (However, the IG switch must be turned OFF between the 1st trip
and 2nd trip.)
HINT:
If the malfunction returns to normal while a malfunction warning is being \
output, the O/D OFF indicator
light stops blinking and goes off.
However, the malfunction code is retained in memory until it is cleared from me\
mory.
If the diagnosis system outputs a malfunction code even though the O/D OFF indicator was not
blinking, there is intermittent trouble. Check all the connections in the circuit\
s corresponding to that
code.
If the vehicle speed sensors No.1 and No.2 happen to fail simultaneously\
, the ECM will neither alert
the driver by blinking the O/D OFF indicator nor record any diagnostic t\
rouble code. It will, however,
decide that the vehicle can be driven only in 1st and none of the other gears, shifting \
upwards will then
be prohibited.
Codes 46, 62, 63 and 64 are limited to short or open circuits in the electric\
al system comprised of the
solenoids, wire harnesses and connectors. The ECM is unable to detect mechanical t\
rouble (sticking,
for example) in the solenoid valves.
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SRS AIRBAG
(See page AB±2)
The LEXUS SC300 is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)\
airbag.
Failure to carry out service operations in the correct sequence could cause the airbag system to deploy,
possibly leading to a serious accident.
When removal or installation of airbag parts and the yellow wire harness\
and connector for the airbag is
necessary, refer to the precautionary notices in the AB section before performing\
the operation.
Work must be started after 20 seconds or longer from the time the ignition switch is set to the LOCK
position and the negative (±) terminal cable is disconnected from the batte\
ry.
(The airbag system is equipped with a back±up power source so that if wor\
k is started within 20 se-
conds of disconnecting the negative (±) terminal cable of the batte\
ry, the airbag may be deployed.
To avoid erasing the memory of each memory system, never use a back±up power supply from
outside the vehicle.
Before repairs, remove the airbag sensors if shocks are likely to be applied t\
o the sensors during
repaires.
The front airbag sensor set bolt has been anti±rust treated. When the\
sensor is removed, always
replace the set bolt with a new one.
If the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor or steering wheel pad ha\
ve been dropped, or if there
are cracks, dents or other defects in the case, bracket or connector, replace them with new ones.
Never use airbag parts from another vehicle. When replacing parts, repla\
ce them with new parts.
Do not expose the front airbag sensors, center airbag sensor or steering w\
heel pad directly to hot air
or flames.
The airbag system's wire harness is integrated with the cowl wire harness assembly. The wires for the
airbag wire harness are encased in a yellow corrugated tube. All the connector\
s for the system are
also a standard yellow color. If the airbag system wire harness becomes disconnected or the
connector becomes broken due to an accident, etc., repair or replace it as shown \
on page AB±20.
The steering wheel must be fitted correctly to the steering column with the\
spiral cable at the neutral
position; otherwise, cable disconnection and other troubles may result. \
Refer to page AB±14 of this
manual concerning correct steering wheel installation.
When removing the steering wheel pad or handling a new steering wheel pad, i\
t should be placed with
the pad top surface facing up. In this case, the twin±lock type connector lock lever should be in the
locked state and care should be taken to place it so the connector will not be damaged. (\
Storing the
pad with its metallic surface up may lead to a serious accident if the a\
irbag inflates for some reason.)
Grease should not be applied to the steering wheel pad and the pad should not \
be cleaned with
detergents of any kind.
Store the steering wheel pad where the ambient temperature remains below 93 C (200 F), without
high humidity and away from electrical noise.
Information labels are attached to the periphery of the airbag component\
s. Follow the notices.
When the ignition switch is at ACC or ON and the airbag warning light remains on, the cent\
er airbag
sensor assembly has detected a malfunction code. (See page AB±30).
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2. INSPECT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT(a) Disconnect the connector from the brake fluid warningswitch.
(b) Release the parking brake pedal.
(c) Connect terminals on the wire harness side of the level warning switch connector.
(d) Start the engine, check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, test the bulb or wire har-
ness.
(Parking Brake Switch)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF PARKING
BRAKE SWITCH
1. REMOVE PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
(a) Remove the driver's seat.
(See page BO±58)
(b) Disconnect the connector and remove switch.
2. INSTALL PARKING BRAKE SWITCH For installation follow the removal procedure in reverse.
INSPECTION OF PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
1. INSPECT PARKING BRAKE SWITCH
(a) Check that there is continuity between terminal andswitch body with the switch ON (switch pin released).
(b) Check that there is no continuity between terminal and switch body with the switch OFF (switch pin pushed in.)
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch or inspect
ground point.
2. INSPECT BRAKE WARNING LIGHT (a) Disconnect the connector from the parking brake switchand brake fluid warning switch.
(b) Ground terminal on the wire harness side connector.
(c) Start the engine, check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, test the bulb or inspect
wire harness.
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( Coolant Level Warning Switch)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF COOLANT
LEVEL WARNING SWITCH
1. REMOVE COOLANT LEVEL WARNING SWITCH(a) Disconnect the connector.
(b) Remove the boot.
(c) Using the notches in the head of switch, turn the switchcounterclockwise and remove it.
NOTICE: Do not remove when engine is hot.
2. INSTALL COOLANT LEVEL WARNING SWITCH For installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse.
INSPECTION OF COOLANT LEVEL WARNING
SWITCH
1. INSPECT COOLANT LEVEL WARNING SWITCH(Continuity)
(a) Remove the radiator cap and open the radiator drainclock.
NOTICE: Do not remove when engine is hot.
(b) Drain the coolant about 1 liter. (1.1 US qts, 0.9 lmp. qts)
(c) Check that there is continuity between terminals (float down).
(d) Close radiator drain cock and fill the cooling system with
coolant.
(e) Check that there is no continuity between terminals (float up).
If continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.
2. INSPECT COOLANT LEVEL WARNING LIGHT (a) Disconnect the connector from the coolant level warning
switch and ground terminal 1 on the wire harness side
connector.
(b) Start the engine, check that the warning light lights up.
If the warning light does not light up, inspect the bulb or wire
harness.
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WIRING DIAGRAM
Door Open Detection Switch Circuit
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The door open detection switch comes ON when the door is opened and goes OFF when the door is closed.
Furthermore the door open detection switch circuit has terminal +B connected inside \
the theft deterrent and door
lock ECU, battery positive voltage is applied to terminal DSWD of the wirele\
ss door lock ECU when all doors
are closed, i.e., when the door open detection switch of all doors are O\
FF.
DIAGNOSTIC CHARTDIAGNOSTIC CHART
NG OK
Check open door warning light
circuit (See page
BE±118).
Check operation of open door warning
light
Check voltage between terminal DSWD
of ECU connector and body ground. Proceed to next circuit inspec-
tion show on matrix chart (See
page
BE±454 ).
Check and repair harness and connector
between ECU and door open detection
switch.;
1
2
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OKNG
NGOK
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1Check operation of open door warning light.
Check that open door warning light comes on when each door is opened, and goes\
off when all doors
are closed.C
Check open door warning light circuit (See page
BE±118 ).
2Check voltage between terminal DSWD of ECU connector and body ground.
C
OK
P1. Remove the rear seat and RH quarter trim panel.
2. Remove the ECU.
3. Wireless door lock main switch on.
Measure voltage between terminal DSWD of ECU con-
nector and body ground, when all doors are closed.
Voltage: 10 ± 14 V
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on matrix chart
(See page BE±454).
Check and repair harness and connector between ECU and door open detecti\
on switch.
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PREPARATION
SST (SPECIAL SERVICE TOOLS)
IllustrationPart No.Part NameNote
09213±31021
Crankshaft Pulley
Puller
For removing steering wheel
RECOMMENDED TOOLS
IllustrationPart No.Part NameNote
09082±00015TOYOTA
Electrical Tester
09041±0030Torx Driver
T30
For removing and installing steering wheel pad and
power window motor
09042±00010Torx Socket
T30For removing and installing steering wheel pad and
power window motor
EQUIPMENT
Part NameNote
Voltmeter
Ammeter
Ohmmeter
Test lead
ThermometerWater temperature sender gauge, Engine oil level, Warning switch, Seat heater
SyphonBrake fluid level warning switch
Oil bathEngine oil level warning switch
Bulb (1.4 W)Coolant level warning ECU
Bulb (3.4 W)Fuel sender, gauge, Seat belt warning relay
Bulb (21 W)Turn signal flasher relay
Dry cell batteryFuel sender gauge
Heat lightSeat heater
Hexagon wrench (6 mm)Power seat
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