REAR AXLE – Troubleshooting
Code No. 41: TPS systemProbable cause
This code is output when the input from the throttle position sensor falls short of
0.2 V.Defective TPS
Defective harness or connector
Defective AYC-ECU
OK
Replace AYC-ECU.
NG
Check and repair the harness between
AYC-ECU and TPS.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
NO
Measure at B-95 AYC-ECU connector.
Connector connected.
Ignition switch: ON
Voltage across 18 and body ground
Fully open the throttle valve.
OK:4.5 – 5.0 VNGCheck the following connector:
B-95
Is the MPI diagnosis code No. 14 out-
put?YESRefer to GROUP 13 TROUBLE-
SHOOTING.
NG
Repair
Code No. 51: Longitudinal acceleration sensor systemProbable cause
Code No. 56: Lateral acceleration sensor system
This code is output when the output from the acceleration sensor becomes 0.5 V
or less or 4.5 V or more.Defective longitudinal acceleration sensor
Defective lateral acceleration sensor
Defective harness or connector
Defective AYC-ECU
NG
Replace the acceleration sensor.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
OK
Check and repair the harness between
acceleration sensor and ignition
switch.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
NG
Check and repair the harness between
acceleration sensor and AYC-ECU.
NGReplace AYC-ECU.
OK
Check the following connectors:
D-20, D-32
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
NG: 4.5 V or more
Check the acceleration sensor. (Refer
to P.27-54.)NG
Replace
NG: 0.5 V or less
Check at D-20, D-32 acceleration sen-
sor connector.
Disconnect the connector and
measure at the harness side.
Ignition switch: ON
Voltage across 1 and body ground
OK:Battery voltageNGCheck the following connectors:
D-20, D-32, B-49, B-75, B-76NG
Check and repair the harness between
acceleration sensor and AYC-ECU.
NG
Measure at D-20, D-32 acceleration
sensor connector.
Connector connected.
Ignition switch: ON
Voltage across 2 and body ground
OK:0.5 – 4.5 VOKCheck the following connectors:
D-20, D-32NG
Repair
Measure at B-95 AYC-ECU connector.
Connector connected.
Ignition switch: ON
Voltage across 1/3 and body
ground
OK:0.5 – 4.5 VOKCheck the following connector:
B-95NG
Repair
REAR AXLE – Troubleshooting
Code No. 52: Longitudinal acceleration sensor systemProbable cause
This code is output when the longitudinal acceleration exceeds a predetermined value
while the vehicle is running with both ABS and brakes being inactive.Defective longitudinal acceleration sensor
Defective harness or connector
Defective AYC-ECU
NG
Check and repair the harness between
longitudinal acceleration sensor and
AYC-ECU.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
NG
Replace AYC-ECU.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
OK
Check the following connector:
B-95NG
Repair
OK
Measure at B-95 AYC-ECU connector.
Connector connected
Ignition switch: ON
Voltage across 3 and body ground
OK:2.4 V to 2.6 V (where vehicle
in horizontal position)NGCheck the following connectors:
B-95, B-52, D-20
Check the acceleration sensor.
(Refer to P.27-52.)NG
Replace
NG
Repair
Code No. 61: Stop lamp switch systemProbable cause
This code is output under either of the following conditions:
Stop lamp switch remains ON for 15 min. or more.
There is an open-circuit in the harness between AYC-ECU and stop lamp switch.Defective stop lamp switch
Defective harness or connector
Defective AYC-ECU
NG
Replace AYC-ECU.
OK
Check the trouble symptom.
OK
Check the following connector:
B-95NG
Repair
OK
Measure at the B-95 AYC-ECU con-
nector.
Disconnect the connector and
measure at the harness side.
Voltage across 11 and body ground
Brake pedal not depressed.
OK:1 V or lessNGCheck and repair the harness between
AYC-ECU and stop lamp switch.
Check the stop lamp switch.NG
Replace
REAR AXLE – Troubleshooting
7. CHECK AT AYC-ECU TERMINALS
7-1 TERMINAL VOLTAGE LISTING
(1) The voltage is to be measured across each terminal and ground terminal.
(2) Fig. below shows the arrangement of the terminals.
Terminal
No.Check itemCheck requirementNormally
1Lateral acceleration sensorIgnition switch: ON2.4 – 2.6 V
(horizontal position)
2Longitudinal acceleration
sensor ground
Lateral acceleration sensor
groundAt all times0 V
3Longitudinal acceleration
sensorIgnition switch: ON2.4 – 2.6 V
(horizontal position)
4Steer sensor (ST-2)Engine: Idle speed
Turn steering wheel slowly.0 V ↔ approx. 3 V
flashing
5Steer sensor (ST-1)Engine: Idle speed
Turn steering wheel slowly.0 V ↔ approx. 3 V
flashing
6*1FR wheel speedVehicle stationary1 V or less
Forward vehicle slowly.0 – 5 V
7*1FL wheel speedVehicle stationary1 V or less
Forward vehicle slowly.0 – 5 V
8*1RR wheel speedVehicle stationary1 V or less
Forward vehicle slowly.0 – 5 V
9*1FL wheel speedVehicle stationary1 V or less
Forward vehicle slowly.0 – 5 V
10Diagnosis selection inputBattery voltage
11Stop lamp switchIgnition switch:
ON
Stop lamp switch: ONBattery voltage
ON
Stop lamp switch: OFF1 V or less
12*1ABS monitorWhen ABS monitor is activatedBattery voltage
When ABS monitor is deactivated1 V or less
17Steer sensor (ST-N)Engine:
Idle speed
Steering wheel: Neutral position0.5 V or less
Idle speed
Steering wheel: Turned 90 from
neutral position2.5 – 3.5 V
REAR AXLE – Troubleshooting
7-2 LISTING OF RESISTANCE AND CONTINUITY ACROSS CONNECTOR TERMINALS ON
HARNESS SIDE
(1) Measure the resistance and check for continuity with the ignition switch in the “OFF” position and
AYC-ECU connector disconnected.
(2) Measure the resistance and check for continuity across terminals listed below.
(3) Fig. below shows the arrangement of terminals.
Terminal No.Signal nameNormally
2 – body groundLongitudinal acceleration sensor ground, lateral acceleration sensor groundConducting
26 – body groundECU groundConducting
35 – body groundAYC motor relayConducting
37 – body groundDirectional control valve (right)15.4 – 16.4 Ω
38 – body groundProportioning valve3.4 – 4.0 Ω
45 – body groundDirectional control valve (left)15.4 – 16.4 Ω
46 – body groundECU groundConducting
6 – 19*2Speed sensor (front, RH)1.4 – 1.8 Ω
7 – 20*2Speed sensor (front, LH)1.4 – 1.8 Ω
8 – 21*2Speed sensor (rear, RH)1.4 – 1.8 Ω
9 – 22*2Speed sensor (rear, LH)1.4 – 1.8 Ω
NOTE
*2: Indicates the vehicles without ABS.
REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service
7. SPEED SENSOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE
MEASUREMENT
(1) Lift up the vehicle and release the parking brake.
(2) Disconnect the AYC-ECU harness connector and take
measurements on the harness side connector.
Caution
Insert the probe from the harness side with the double
lock of the connector unlocked. Inserting it to the
terminal side could result in poor contact.
(3) Turn the wheel to be tested at about 1/2 to one
revolution/sec. and check for the output voltage using
a circuit tester (AC mV range) or oscilloscope.
Terminal nos.
Front LHFront RHRear LHRear RH
7698
20192221
Output voltage:
When circuit tester is used: 70 mV or more
When oscilloscope is used: 200 mVp-p or more
(4) If the output voltage is lower than the above value, it
is probably attributable to the following faults. Check or
replace the speed sensor as necessary.
Excessive clearance between the pole piece and rotor
of the speed sensor
Defective speed sensor
Waveform Check Using Oscilloscope
Check the harness and connector of the speed sensor for
connection. Then, use an oscilloscope to check for output
voltage waveform of each speed sensor as follows.
Start the engine and monitor the sensor by turning the wheel;
for a driving wheel, let it turn by shifting into the 1st gear
and for a driven wheel turn it manually at a constant speed.
NOTE
(1) Waveform may be observed by actually running the
vehicle.
(2) The output voltage is low when the wheel speed remains
low and builds up as the wheel speed increases.
AYC-ECU connector harness side
When turned manually
At idle (5 to 6 km/h)
1st gear
REAR AXLE – On-vehicle Service
Waveform Observation Points
SymptomProbable causeAction
Waveform amplitude is too small, or no
waveform.Defective speed sensorReplace sensor.
Waveform amplitude varies greatly. (No
problem ifthe smallest amplitude is 100
Excessive axle hub lateral and radial runoutReplace hub.
problem if the smallest amplitude is 100
mV or more)Poor AYC-ECU groundingRepair.
Noise on waveform or disturbed
waveform
Open-circuited sensorReplace sensor.
waveform
Open-circuited harnessRepair harness.
Improperly mounted speed sensorCorrect sensor installation.
Missing or collapsed rotor toothReplace rotor.
Caution
Since the speed sensor cable follows the movement of the front or rear suspension, it may be
open-circuited only when the vehicle is run on rough roads and not on ordinary road. The speed
sensor output voltage waveform should therefore be checked also by rocking the sensor harness
so that driving on rough roads may be simulated.
8. ACTION WHEN BATTERY RUNS OUT
When the engine is started using a booster cable where the
battery has completely run down and you attempt to start
the vehicle without waiting for the battery to recover a certain
charge, the engine can misfire and you just cannot start to
move it. In such cases, charge the battery sufficiently; or,
remove the AYC fusible link from the engine compartment
relay box to make AYC inactive before attempting to start
the vehicle. When the fusible link is removed, the AYC warning
lamp lights up. After the battery has been recharged, fit the
fusible link back again and start the engine to ensure that
the AYC warning lamp is off.AYC fusible link
REAR AXLE – Knuckle27-35
KNUCKLE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Pre-removal Operation
Rear Hub Assembly and Backing Plate Removal
(Refer to P.27-33.)Post-installation Operation
(1) Check Each Ball Joint Dust Cover for Cracks or
Damage by Pushing It with Finger.
(2) Rear Hub Assembly and Backing Plate Installation
(Refer to P.27-33.)
1
23 45
6
Unit: Nm {kgfm}
25 {2.6}
74 – 87
{7.5 – 8.9}
74 – 87
{7.5 – 8.9}*74 – 87
{7.5 – 8.9}
88 {9.0}*
Removal steps
1. Rear speed sensor connection
A2. Trailing arm connection
3. Lower arm connection
A4. Toe control arm connection
A5. Upper arm connection
6. KnuckleCaution
*: Indicates parts which should be temporarily
tightened, and then fully tightened with the
vehicle on the ground in the unladen condition.
REMOVAL SERVICE POINT
ATRAILING ARM / TOE CONTROL ARM / UPPER
ARM DISCONNECTION
Caution
(1) Use the special tool to loosen the nut only; do not
remove it from the ball joint.
(2) Tie the special tool with a cord not to let it fall off.
MB990635,
MB991113 or
MB991406
NutCord
Ball joint
REAR AXLE – Drive Shaft27-36
DRIVE SHAFT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Pre-removal Operation
(1) Gear Oil Draining (Refer to P.27-28.)
(2) Center Exhaust Pipe Removal
(Refer to GROUP 15.)Post-installation Operation
(1) Checking Each Ball Joint Dust Cover for Cracks
and Damages by Pressing Dust Cover with Finger
(2) Center Exhaust Pipe Installation
(Refer to GROUP 15.)
(3) Gear Oil Filling (Refer to P.27-28.)
(4) Parking Brake Lever Stroke Check and Adjustment
(Refer to GROUP 36 – On-vehicle Service.)
(5) Wheel Alignment Check and Adjustment
(Refer to GROUP 34 – On-vehicle Service.)
1
2 3
4
56 7
89 10 11
Unit: Nm {kgfm}
25 {2.6}
74 – 87 {7.5 – 8.9}
74 – 87
{7.5 – 8.9}*88 {9.0}* 49 – 59 {5.0 – 6.0}
196 – 255 {20.0 – 26.0}
Removal steps
1. Caliper assembly
(Refer to P.27-33.)
2. Brake disc
3. Shoe & lining assembly (Refer to
GROUP 36 – Parking Brake.)
4. Clip
5. Parking brake cable connection
AB6. Drive shaft nut
7. Rear speed sensor coupling
8. Trailing arm coupling
9. Lower arm coupling
10. Toe control arm coupling
BA11. Drive shaftCaution
(1) With the part marked with *, first temporarily
tighten it, then ground the vehicle and tighten
it to specification in unloaded condition.
(2) When removing the drive shaft from, and
reinstalling it to, a vehicle with AYC, use care
not to damage the rotor mounted on the BJ outer
race.