1991 LEXUS SC400 check engine

Trouble Area
ºCHECKº
Engine Warning
Light *

Memory* See PageTrouble Area
Normal
ModeTest
Mode
MemorySee Page
w Open or short in air flow meter circuit.
w Air flow meter
w ECU
ONN.A.TR±88
wECUONONTR±92
wOpen or short in throttle position sensor circuit.
wThrottle position sensorONONTR±94Throttle osition sensor
w ECU
wNo. 1 speed sensor
w Combination meter
w Open or short in No. 1 speed sensor circuit.
w ECU
ONONTR±98
wOpen or short in starter signal circuit.
w Open or short in ignition switch or main relay circuit.
w ECU
N.A.OFFXTR±100
wOpen or short in sub±throttle position sensor circuit.
wSub±throttle position sensorOFFONTR±94Sub throttle osition sensor
wECU
wOpen or short in No. 1 knock sensor circuit.wOen or short in No. 1 knock sensor circuit.
w No. 1 knock sensor (looseness)
ONN.A.No. 1 knock sensor (looseness)
wECU

w ECUONN.A.XTR±102
w Open or short in No. 2 knock sensor circuit.w Oen or short in No. 2 knock sensor circuit.
w No. 2 knock sensor (looseness)
ONN.A. No. 2 knock sensor (looseness)
w ECU

*1, 2: See page TR±20.
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DIAGNOSTIC CODE CHART (Cont'd)
*1: ºONº displayed in the diagnosis mode column indicates that the º\
CHECKº Engine Warning Light islighted up when a malfunction is detected. ºOFFº indicates that the ºC\
HECKº does not light up during
malfunction diagnosis, even if a malfunction is detected. ºN.A.º i\
ndicates that the item is not included
in malfunction diagnosis.
*2: ºOº in the memory column indicates that a diagnostic code is reco\
rded in the ECU memory when a mal- function occurs. ºXº indicates that a diagnostic code is not recor\
ded in the ECU memory even if a mal-
function occurs. Accordingly, output of diagnostic results in normal or test mode is performed with \
the
IG switch ON.
*3: Only for USA specification vehicles.
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Trouble Area
ºCHECKº
Engine Warning
Light*

Memory* See PageTrouble Area
Normal
ModeTest
Mode
MemorySee Page
w Open or short in EGR step motor circuit.ONNA Oen or short in EGR ste motor circuit.
w ECUONN.A.
w Open in EGR gas temp. sensor circuit.ONON
TR±108 Oen in EGR gas tem . sensor circuit.
w ECUONON
w Open or short in fuel pump ECU circuit.
w Fuel pump ECU
w Engine & ECT ECU power source circuit.
w Fuel pump
w Engine & ECT ECU
ONONTR±114
w A/C switch circuit
w Throttle position sensor IDL circuit
w Neutral start switch circuit.
w Accelerator pedal and cable
w ECU
N.A.OFFXTR±118
*4: This indicates items for which º2 trip detection logicº is used. With this logic, when a lo\
gic malfunction is
first detected, the malfunction is temporarily stored in the ECU memory. If the same case is detected again
during the second drive test, this second detection causes the ºCHECK\
º Engine Warning Light to light up.
The 2 trip repeats the same mode a 2nd time. (However, the IG switch must be turned OFF between the
1st trip and 2nd trip).
In the Test Mode, the ºCHECKº Engine Warning Light lights up the 1st trip a malfunction is detected.
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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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CHECK FOR MOMENTARY
INTERRUPTION
As described in the preceding paragraph, abnormality detection
ability in the test mode is increased compared to that in the normal
mode, so that when momentary interruptions or momentary shorts
occur in the ECU signal circuits (G1, G2, NE, THW, THA, VTA1,
VTA2) shown in the table below, the appropriate diagnostic code
is output.
Accordingly, when the diagnostic codes shown in the table below
(13, 22, 24, 41, 47) are output during the diagnostic code check,
and inspection of the appropriate circuits reveals no abnormality,
perform the check for momentary interruption as described below.
By performing the check for momentary interruption, the place
where momentary interruptions or momentary shorts are occur-
ring due to poor contacts can be isolated.
CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODES
See page TR±13.
SET TEST MODE
1. With the ignition switch off, using SST, connect the terminals
TE2 and E1 of the TDCL.
SST 09843±18020
2. Start the engine and check to see the ºCHECKº engine warning light to go off.
PERFORM A SIMULATION TEST
Using the symptom simulation (See page IN±20), apply vibration
to and pull lightly on the wire harness, connector or terminals in the
circuit indicated by the malfunction code.
In this test, if the ºCHECKº engine warning light lights up, it in\
di-
cates that the place where the wire harness, connector or termi-
nals being pulled or vibrated has faulty contact. Check that point
for loose connections, dirt on the terminals, poor fit or other prob-
lems and repair as necessary.
HINT: After cancelling out the diagnostic code in memory and set
the test mode, if the ºCHECKº engine warning light does not go off
after the engine is started, check thoroughly for faulty contact,
etc., then try the check again. If the ºCHECKº engine warning light
still does not go off, check and replace ECU.
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YESNO
NOYES
YES
NO
OKNG
BASIC INSPECTION
When the normal code is displayed in the diagnostic code check, troubleshoot\
ing should be performed in the
order for all possible circuits to be considered as the causes of the pr\
oblems.
In many cases, by carrying out the basic engine check shown in the follo\
wing flow chart, the location causing
the problem can be found quickly and ef ficiently. Therefore, use of this check is essential in engine troubleshoot-
ing.
1Is battery voltage 11 V or more when engine is stopped?
Charge or replace battery.
2Is engine cracnked?
Proceed to matrix to matrix chart of problem
symptoms on page TR±35.
3Does engine start?
Go to step [7]
4Check air filter
C
Hint
PRemove air filter
Visially check that the air cleaner element is not exces-
sively damaged or oily.
If necessary, clean element with compressed air. First
blow from inside thoroughly, then blow off outside of ele-
ment.
Repair or replace
Go to Step [5].
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OKNG
OKNG
5Check idle speed.
C
OK
P(1) Warm up engine at normal operating temperature.
(2) Switched off all accessories.
(3) Switched off air conditioner.
(4) Shift transmission into ªNº range.
(5) Connect tachometer test probe to terminal IG
of
check connector, and set the tachometer to the
4±cylinder range.
Check idle speed.
Idle speed: 650 ~ 750 rpm
Caution:

NEVER allow tachometer test probe to touch
ground as it could result in damage to igniter
and/or coil.

As some tachometers are not compatible with
this ignition system, we recommended that you
confirm compatibility of your unit before use.
Proceed to matrix chart of problem symptoms on page
TR±35 .
6Check ignition timing.
C
OK
P(1) Warm up engine at normal operating temperture.
(2) Shift transmission into ªNº range.
(3) Keep the engine speed at idle.
(4) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of check
connector.
SST 09843±18020
(5) Using a timing light. connect the tester to No. 6 high±tension cord.
Check ignition timing.
Ignition Timing: 8±12  BTDC at idle
Proceed to page IG±28 and continue to troubleshoot.
Proceed to matix chart of problem symptoms on
page TR±35 .
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OKNG
OKNG
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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