1991 LEXUS SC400 engine unit repair

Actuator check.
(1) Warm up the engine.
(2) Set to the actuator check mode (See pageAC-30 ).
(3) Press the FRS switch and change it to step operation.
Press the FRS switch and check the
operation of the air mix damper and the condition
of the blower.
Proceed to next circuit inspection shown on
matrix chart (See page AC-36).
Check air mix servomotor.
Remove heater unit.
Connect positive
lead to terminal 4 and negative
 lead to terminal 5.
The lever turns smoothly to cool side.
Connect negative  lead to terminal 4 and positive

lead to terminal 5.
The lever turns smoothly to hot side.
Replace air mix servomotor assembly.
Check for open and short in harness and connector between air conditioner
control assembly and air mix servomotor assembly (See page IN-27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and replace air conditioner control
assembly.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
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Shift Lock ECU
Tilt and Power
Telescopic ECU
Airbag ECU
Cruise Control ECU Engine ECUABS and Traction ECU
(w/ Traction System) or
ABS ECU
(w/o Traction System)
Theft Deterrent and
Door Lock ECU
(w/ Traction System)
Traction ECU
Remote Control Mirror ECU A/C Control Amplifier
PPS ECU
Engine Cooling Fan ECU
Component to be aligned
Section of repair manual
for relevant model year
Front Wheels Suspension and Axle (SA) section
Rear Wheels Suspension and Axle (SA) section
Propeller Shaft Propeller Shaft (PR) section
2. BRAKE SYSTEM
The brake system is one of the most important safety components. Always \
follow the directions and
notes given in section BR of the repair manual for the relevant model ye\
ar when handling brake sys-
tem parts.
NOTICE: When repairing the brake master cylinder or TRAC system, bleed t\
he air out of the TRAC
system.
3. DRIVE TRAIN AND CHASSIS
The drive train and chassis are components that can have great effects on the running performance
and vibration resistance of the vehicle. After installing components in \
the sections listed in the table
below, perform alignments to ensure correct mounting angles and dimensions. P\
articularly accurate
repair of the body must also be done to ensure correct alignment.
HINT: Correct procedures and special tools are required for alignment. Alway\
s follow the directionsgiven in the repair manual for the relevant model year during alignment \
and section DI of this manual.
4. ECU (ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT)
Locations of ECUs
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The ECU contains a built±in self±diagnosis system by which
troubles with the engine signal network are detected and a
ºCHECKº engine warning light on the instrument panel lights up.
By analyzing various signals as shown in the later table (See page
TR±14) the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) detects system malfunc-
tions relating to the sensors or actuators.
In the normal mode, the self±diagnosis system monitors 22 (USA
specification vehicles with TRAC control) or 21 (USA (except for
California) and Canadian specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) items, indicated by code No. as shown in TR±14. A ºCHECKº
engine warning light informs the driver that a malfunction has been
detected. The light goes off automatically when the malfunction
has been repaired. But the diagnostic code(s) remains stored in
the ECU memory (except for code Nos. 16 and 53). The ECU
stores the code(s) until it is cleared by removing the EFI fuse with
the ignition switch off.
The diagnostic code can be read by the number of blinks of the
ºCHECKº engine warning light when TE1 and E1 terminals on the
TDCL or check connector are connected. When 2 or more codes
are indicated, the lowest number (code) will appear first.
In the test mode, 15 (USA specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) or 14 (USA (except for California) and Canadian specification
vehicles with TRAC control) items, indicated by code No. as
shown in TR±14 are monitored. If a malfunction is detected in any
one of the systems indicated by code Nos. 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26,
27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47, 71 and 78 (USA specification vehicles)
or 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47 and 78 (USA
(except for California) and Canadian specification vehicles) the
ECU lights the ºCHECKº engine warning light to warn the techni-
cian that malfunction has been detected. In this case, TE2 and E1
terminals on the TDCL should be connected as shown later. (See
page TR±12 ).
In the test mode, even if the malfunction is corrected, the malfunc-
tion code is stored in the ECU memory even when the ignition
switch is off (except code Nos. 43 and 51). This also applies in the
normal mode. The diagnostic mode (normal or test) and the output
of the ºCHECKº engine warning light can be selected by connect-
ing the TE1, TE2 and E1 terminals on the check connector or
TDCL, as shown later.
A test mode function has been added to the functions of the self±
diagnosis system of the normal mode for the purpose of detecting
malfunctions such as poor contact, which are difficult to detect in
the normal mode. This function fills up the selfdiagnosis system.
The test mode can be implemented by the technician following the
appropriate procedures of check terminal connection and opera-
tion described later. (See page TR±12)
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9. CHECK PRESSURE READING WITH STEERING WHEELTURNED TO FULL LOCK
Be sure the pressure gauge valve is fully opened and the en-
gine idling.
Minimum pressure:
7,355 kPa (75 kgf/cm
2, 1,067 psi)
NOTICE:
w Do not maintain lock position for more than 10 seconds.
w Do not let the fluid temperature become too high.
If pressure is low, the gear housing has an internal leak and
must be repaired or replaced.
10. MEASURE STEERING EFFORT
(a) Center the steering wheel and run the engine at idle.
(b) Using a spring scale, measure the steering effort in both directions.
Maximum steering effort:
40 N (4.1 kgf, 9.0 lbf)
If steering effort is excessive, repair the power steering unit.
HINT: Be sure to consider the tire type, pressure and contact
surface before making your diagnosis.
(c) Disconnect the solenoid connector.
(d) Using a spring scale, measure the steering effort in both directions.
(Reference)
Maximum steering effort:
76 N (7.7 kgf, 17.0 lbf)
If steering effort is not heavier than (b), check solenoid.
HINT: Be sure to consider the tire type, pressure and contact
surface before making your diagnosis.
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The ECU contains a built±in self±diagnosis system by which
troubles with the engine signal network are detected and a
ºCHECKº engine warning light on the instrument panel lights up.
By analyzing various signals as shown in the later table (See page
TR±14) the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) detects system malfunc-
tions relating to the sensors or actuators.
In the normal mode, the self±diagnosis system monitors 22 (USA
specification vehicles with TRAC control) or 21 (USA (except for
California) and Canadian specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) items, indicated by code No. as shown in TR±14. A ºCHECKº
engine warning light informs the driver that a malfunction has been
detected. The light goes off automatically when the malfunction
has been repaired. But the diagnostic code(s) remains stored in
the ECU memory (except for code Nos. 16 and 53). The ECU
stores the code(s) until it is cleared by removing the EFI fuse with
the ignition switch off.
The diagnostic code can be read by the number of blinks of the
ºCHECKº engine warning light when TE1 and E1 terminals on the
TDCL or check connector are connected. When 2 or more codes
are indicated, the lowest number (code) will appear first.
In the test mode, 15 (USA specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) or 14 (USA (except for California) and Canadian specification
vehicles with TRAC control) items, indicated by code No. as
shown in TR±14 are monitored. If a malfunction is detected in any
one of the systems indicated by code Nos. 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26,
27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47, 71 and 78 (USA specification vehicles)
or 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47 and 78 (USA
(except for California) and Canadian specification vehicles) the
ECU lights the ºCHECKº engine warning light to warn the techni-
cian that malfunction has been detected. In this case, TE2 and E1
terminals on the TDCL should be connected as shown later. (See
page TR±12 ).
In the test mode, even if the malfunction is corrected, the malfunc-
tion code is stored in the ECU memory even when the ignition
switch is off (except code Nos. 43 and 51). This also applies in the
normal mode. The diagnostic mode (normal or test) and the output
of the ºCHECKº engine warning light can be selected by connect-
ing the TE1, TE2 and E1 terminals on the check connector or
TDCL, as shown later.
A test mode function has been added to the functions of the self±
diagnosis system of the normal mode for the purpose of detecting
malfunctions such as poor contact, which are difficult to detect in
the normal mode. This function fills up the selfdiagnosis system.
The test mode can be implemented by the technician following the
appropriate procedures of check terminal connection and opera-
tion described later. (See page TR±12)
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The ECU contains a built±in self±diagnosis system by which
troubles with the engine signal network are detected and a
ºCHECKº engine warning light on the instrument panel lights up.
By analyzing various signals as shown in the later table (See page
TR±14) the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) detects system malfunc-
tions relating to the sensors or actuators.
In the normal mode, the self±diagnosis system monitors 22 (USA
specification vehicles with TRAC control) or 21 (USA (except for
California) and Canadian specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) items, indicated by code No. as shown in TR±14. A ºCHECKº
engine warning light informs the driver that a malfunction has been
detected. The light goes off automatically when the malfunction
has been repaired. But the diagnostic code(s) remains stored in
the ECU memory (except for code Nos. 16 and 53). The ECU
stores the code(s) until it is cleared by removing the EFI fuse with
the ignition switch off.
The diagnostic code can be read by the number of blinks of the
ºCHECKº engine warning light when TE1 and E1 terminals on the
TDCL or check connector are connected. When 2 or more codes
are indicated, the lowest number (code) will appear first.
In the test mode, 15 (USA specification vehicles with TRAC con-
trol) or 14 (USA (except for California) and Canadian specification
vehicles with TRAC control) items, indicated by code No. as
shown in TR±14 are monitored. If a malfunction is detected in any
one of the systems indicated by code Nos. 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26,
27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47, 71 and 78 (USA specification vehicles)
or 13, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 35, 41, 42, 47 and 78 (USA
(except for California) and Canadian specification vehicles) the
ECU lights the ºCHECKº engine warning light to warn the techni-
cian that malfunction has been detected. In this case, TE2 and E1
terminals on the TDCL should be connected as shown later. (See
page TR±12 ).
In the test mode, even if the malfunction is corrected, the malfunc-
tion code is stored in the ECU memory even when the ignition
switch is off (except code Nos. 43 and 51). This also applies in the
normal mode. The diagnostic mode (normal or test) and the output
of the ºCHECKº engine warning light can be selected by connect-
ing the TE1, TE2 and E1 terminals on the check connector or
TDCL, as shown later.
A test mode function has been added to the functions of the self±
diagnosis system of the normal mode for the purpose of detecting
malfunctions such as poor contact, which are difficult to detect in
the normal mode. This function fills up the selfdiagnosis system.
The test mode can be implemented by the technician following the
appropriate procedures of check terminal connection and opera-
tion described later. (See page TR±12)
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