1999 TOYOTA CAMRY check engine light

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The diagnosis system operates in normal mode
during normal vehicle use. It also has a check mode
for technicians to simulate malfunction symptoms
and troubleshoot. Most DTCs use 2 trip detection
logic* to prevent erroneous detection, and ensure
thorough malfunction detection. By switching the
ECM to check mode when troubleshooting, the
technician can cause the MIL to light up for a mal-
function that is only detected once or momentarily.
(TOYOTA hand±held tester only)
(See page DI±3)

*2 trip detection logic: When a malfunction is first
detected, the malfunction is temporarily stored in
the ECM memory.(1st trip)
If the same malfunction is detected again during the second
drive test, this second detection causes the MIL to light up.(2nd
trip) (However, the IG switch must be turned OFF between the
1st trip and the 2nd trip.)

Freeze frame data:
Freeze frame data records the engine condition
when a misfire (DTCs P0300 ~ P0304) or fuel trim
malfunction (DTCs P0171, P0172) or other mal-
function (first malfunction only), is detected.
Because freeze frame data records the engine
conditions (fuel system, calculated load, engine
coolant temperature, fuel trim, engine speed, ve-
hicle speed, etc.) when the malfunction is detected,
when troubleshooting it is useful for determining
whether the vehicle was running or stopped, the en-
gine warmed up or not, the air±fuel ratio lean or rich,
etc. at the time of the malfunction.

Priorities for troubleshooting:
If troubleshooting priorities for multiple DTCs are given in the
applicable DTC chart, these should be followed.
If no instructions are given troubleshoot DTCs according to the
following priorities.
(1) DTCs other than fuel trim malfunction (DTCs
P0171, P0172), EGR (DTCs P0401, P0402), and
misfire (DTCs P0300 ~ P0304).
(2) Fuel trim malfunction (DTCs P0171, P0172), and
EGR (DTCs P0401, P0402).
(3) Misfire (DTCs P0300 ~ P0304).

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(b) Check the DLC3
The vehicle's ECM uses ISO 9141±2 for communication.
The terminal arrangement of DLC3 complies with SAE
J1962 and matches the ISO 9141±2 format.
Terminal No.Connection / Voltage or ResistanceCondition
7Bus  Line / Pulse generationDuring transmission
4Chassis Ground e Body Ground /1 W or lessAlways
5Signal Ground e Body Ground /1 W or lessAlways
16Battery Positive e Body Ground /9 ~ 14 VAlways
HINT:
If your display shows ºUNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLEº
when you have connected the cable of the OBD II scan tool or
TOYOTA hand±held tester to DLC3, turned the ignition switch
ON and operated the scan tool, there is a problem on the ve-
hicle side or tool side.

If communication is normal when the tool is connected to
another vehicle, inspect DLC3 on the original vehicle.

If communication is still not possible when the tool is con-
nected to another vehicle, the problem is probably in the
tool itself, so consult the Service Department listed in the
tool's instruction manual.
2. INSPECT DIAGNOSIS (Normal Mode)
(a) Check the MIL.
(1) The MIL comes on when the ignition switch is turned
ON and the engine is not running.
HINT:
If the MIL does not light up, troubleshoot the combination meter
(See page BE±2).
(2) When the engine started, the MIL should go off. If
the lamp remains on, the diagnosis system has de-
tected a malfunction or abnormality in the system.
(b) Check the DTC.
NOTICE:
TOYOTA hand±held tester only: When the diagnosis sys-
tem is switched from normal mode to check mode, it
erases all DTCs and freezed frame data recorded in normal
mode. So before switching modes, always check the DTCs
and freezed frame data, and note them down.
(1) Prepare the OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE
J1978) or TOYOTA hand±held tester.

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(2) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±
held tester to DLC3 under the instrument panel low-
er pad.
(3) Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the OBD II scan
tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester switch ON.
(4) Use the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held
tester to check the DTCs and freezed frame data
and note them down. (For operating instructions,
see the OBD II scan tool's instruction book.)
(5) See page DI±3 to confirm the details of the DTCs.
NOTICE:

When simulating symptoms with an OBD II scan tool
(excluding TOYOTA hand±held tester) to check the
DTCs, use normal mode. For code on the DTC chart
subject to º2 trip detection logicº, perform the follow-
ing either action.

Turn the ignition switch OFF after the symptom is
simulated the first time. Then repeat the simulation
process again. When the problem has been simulated
twice, the MIL lights up and the DTCs are recorded in
the ECM.

Check the 1st trip DTC using Mode 7 (Continuous Test
Results) for SAE J1979.
(c) Clear the DTC.
The DTCs and freezed frame data will be erased by either
action.
(1) Operating the OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE
J1978) or TOYOTA hand±held tester to erase the
codes. (See the OBD II scan tool's instruction book
for operating instructions.)
(2) Disconnecting the battery terminals or EFI fuse.
NOTICE:
If the TOYOTA hand±held tester switches the ECM from
normal mode to check mode or vice±versa, or if the ignition
switch is turned from ON to ACC or OFF during check
mode, the DTCs and freezed frame data will be erased.

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6 Check ignition timing.
PREPARATION:
(a) Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
(b) Shift the transmission into the N position.
(c) Keep the engine speed at idle.
(d) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the DLC1.
SST 09843±18020
(e) Using a timing light, connect the tester to the No.1 high±
tension cord.
CHECK:
Check the ignition timing.
OK:
Ignition timing: 10° BTDC at idle
NG Proceed to page IG±1 and continue to trouble-
shoot.
OK
Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
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DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART
HINT:
Parameters listed in the chart may not be exactly the same as your reading due to the type of instrument
or other factors.
If a malfunction code is displayed during the DTC check in check mode, check the circuit for that code listed
in the table below. For details of each code, turn to the page referred to under the ''See Page '' for the respec-
tive ''DTC No.'' in the DTC chart.
SAE Controlled:
DTC No.
(See Page)Detection ItemTrouble AreaMIL*1Memory
P0105
(DI±29)
Manifold Absolute
Pressure/Barometric
Pressure Circuit
MalfunctionOpen or short in manifold absolute pressure sensor circuit
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
ECM

P0106
(DI±33)Manifold Absolute Pressure
Circuit Range/Performance
ProblemManifold absolute pressure sensor
Vacuum line
P0110
(DI±35)Intake Air Temp. Circuit
MalfunctionOpen or short in intake air temp. sensor circuit
Intake air temp. sensor (built into mass air flow meter)
ECM

P0115
(DI±41)Engine Coolant Temp. Circuit
MalfunctionOpen or short in engine coolant temp. sensor circuit
Engine coolant temp. sensor
ECM

P0116
(DI±47)Engine Coolant Temp. Circuit
Range/Performance ProblemEngine coolant temp. sensor
Cooling system
P0120
(DI±49)Throttle/Pedal Position
Sensor/Switch ºAº Circuit
MalfunctionOpen or short in throttle position sensor circuit
Throttle position sensor
ECM

P0121
(DI±54)Throttle/Pedal Position
Sensor/Switch ºAº Circuit
Range/Performance Problem
Throttle position sensor
*2
P0125
(DI±61)
Insufficient Coolant Temp. for
Closed Loop Fuel Control
(Except California Spec.)Open or short in heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 1)
circuit
Heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 1)
ECM

*3
P0125
(DI±55)
Insufficient Coolant Temp. for
Closed Loop Fuel Control
(Only for California Spec.)Open or short in A/F sensor circuit
A/F sensor
ECM

*2
P0130
(DI±66)Heated Oxygen Sensor Circuit
Malfunction (Bank 1 Sensor 1)Heated oxygen sensor
Fuel trim malfunction
*2
P0133
(DI±71)
Heated Oxygen Sensor Circuit
Slow Response
(Bank 1 Sensor 1)Heated oxygen sensor
Fuel trim malfunction
*2
P0135
(DI±75)
Heated Oxygen Sensor Heater
Circuit Malfunction
(Bank 1 Sensor 1)Open or short in heater circuit of heated oxygen sensor
Heated oxygen sensor heater
 ECM

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DTC No.
(See Page)Detection ItemTrouble AreaMIL*1Memory
P0340
(DI±103)Camshaft Position Sensor
Circuit Malfunction
Open or short in camshaft position sensor circuit
Camshaft position sensor
Distributor
Starter
ECM

P0401
(DI±105)Exhaust Gas Recirculation
Flow Insufficient Detected
EGR valve stuck closed
Open or short in VSV circuit for EGR
Vacuum or EGR hose disconnected
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
EGR VSV open or close malfunction
ECM

P0402
(DI±113)Exhaust Gas Recirculation
Flow Excessive Detected
EGR valve stuck open
Vacuum or EGR hose is connected to wrong post
Manifold absolute pressure sensor
ECM

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P0420
(DI±116)
Catalyst System Efficiency
Below Threshold
(Except California Spec.)Three±way catalytic converter
Open or short in heated oxygen sensor circuit
Heated oxygen sensor

*3
P0420
(DI±119)
Catalyst System Efficiency
Below Threshold
(Only for California Spec.)
Three±way catalystic converter
Open short in heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 2) circuit
Heated oxygen sensor (bank 1 sensor 2)
Open or short in A/F sensor circuit
A/F sensor

P0440
(DI±122)Evaporative Emission Control
System Malfunction
Vapor pressure sensor
Fuel tank cap incorrectly installed
Fuel tank cap cracked or damaged
Vacuum hose cracked, holed, blocked, damaged or
disconnected ((1) or (2) in fig. 1)
Hose or tube cracked, holed, damaged or loose seal
((3) in fig. 1)
Fuel tank cracked, holed or damaged
Charcoal canister cracked, holed or damaged
Fuel tank over fill check valve cracked or damaged

P0441
(DI±129)Evaporative Emission Control
System Incorrect Purge Flow
Open or short in VSV circuit for vapor pressure sensor
VSV for vapor pressure sensor
Open or short in vapor pressure sensor circuit
Vapor pressure sensor
O h t i VSV i it f EVAP

P0446
(DI±129)Evaporative Emission Control
System Vent Control
Malfunction
Open or short in VSV circuit for EVAP
VSV for EVAP
Vacuum hose cracks, hole, blocked, damaged or disconnected
((1), (4), (5) holed (6) and (7) in fig. 1)
Charcoal canister cracked, holed or damaged
Fuel tank over fill check valve cracked or damaged

P0450
(DI±142)Evaporative Emission Control
System Pressure Sensor
Malfunction
Open or short in vapor pressure sensor circuit
V

P0451
(DI±142)Evaporative Emission Control
System Pressure Sensor
(Range/performance)Vapor pressure sensor
ECM

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MIL lights up
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A01666
Vehicle speed
50 ~ 65 km/h
(31 ~ 40 mph)
Idling
IG SW OFF
(1)
1 ~ 3 min.1 min.Time
(2)(3)(4)
(5)
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CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN
(1) Connect the TOYOTA hand±held tester to the DLC3.
(2) Switch the TOYOTA hand±held tester from normal mode to check mode (See page DI±3).
(3) Start the engine and warm it up with all accessory switches OFF.
(4) Drive the vehicle at 50 ~ 65 km/h (31 ~ 40 mph) for 1 ~ 3 min. to warm up the heated oxygen sensor.
(5) Let the engine idle for 1 min.
(6) Perform steps (3) to (5) three times.
HINT:
If a malfunction exists, the MIL will light up during step (6).
NOTICE:
If the conditions in this test are not strictly followed, detection of the malfunction will not be possible.
If you do not have a TOYOTA hand±held tester, turn the ignition switch OFF after performing steps
(3) to (6), then perform steps (3) to (6) again.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:
Read freeze frame data using TOYOTA hand±held tester or OBD II scan tool. Because freeze frame records
the engine conditions when the malfunction is detected, when troubleshooting it is useful for determining
whether the vehicle was running or stopped, the engine warmed up or not, the air±fuel ratio lean or rich, etc.
at the time of the malfunction.
1 Are there any other codes (besides DTC P0130) being output?
YES Go to relevant DTC chart.
NO

P20769
Vehicle Speed
60 ~ 80 km/h
(38 ~ 50 mph)
Idling
IG SW OFF
(1)(2)
Warm up
3 ~ 5 min.2 min.
3 ~ 5 min.Time (3)
(4)
(5)(6)
(7)
2 min.
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SYSTEM CHECK DRIVING PATTERN
(1) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester to the DLC3.
(2) Start and warm up the engine with all accessories switched OFF.
(3) Run the vehicle at 60 ~ 80 km/h (38 ~ 50 mph) for 3 min. or more.
(4) Idle the engine for about 2 min.
(5) Do steps (3) and (4) again.
(6) Stop at safe place and turn the ignition switch OFF.
(7) Do steps (2) to (5) again.
(8) Check the READINESS TESTS mode on the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester.
If COMPL is displayed and the MIL does not light up, the system is normal.
If INCMPL is displayed and the MIL does not light up, run the vehicle again and check it.
HINT:
INCMPL is displayed when either condition (a) or (b) exists.
(a) The system check is incomplete.
(b) There is a malfunction in the system.
If there is a malfunction in the system, the MIL will light up after steps (2) to (5) above are done.
(2 trip detection logic)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:

If DTC P0105 (Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit Malfunction), P0106 (Manifold
Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/Performance Problem) and P0401 (Exhaust
Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected) are output simultaneously, perform troubleshooting of
DTC P0105 first.

If DTC P0401 (Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient Detected) and P0402 (Exhaust Gas Recir-
culation Flow Excessive Detected) are output simultaneously, perform troubleshooting of DTC P0402
first.

Read freeze frame data using TOYOTA hand±held tester or OBD II scan tool. Because freeze frame
records the engine conditions when the malfunction is detected, when troubleshooting it is useful for
determining whether the vehicle was running or stopped, the engine warmed up or not, the air±fuel
ratio lean or rich, etc. at the time of the malfunction.