2001 TOYOTA AVALON Service Repair Manual

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NOTICE:
If the TOYOTA hand-held tester switches the ECM from the
normal mode to the check mode or vice-versa, or if the
ignition switch is turned from ON to ACC or OFF during the
check mode, the DTCs and freezed frame data will be
erased.
3. INSPECT DIAGNOSIS (Check Mode)
HINT:
TOYOTA hand-held tester only:
Compared to the normal mode, the check mode has an in-
creased sensitivity to detect malfunctions.
Furthermore, the same diagnostic items which are detected in
the normal mode can also be detected in the check mode.
Check the DTC.
(1) Initial conditions.

Battery positive voltage 11 V or more

Throttle valve fully closed

Transmission in P or N position

A/C switched OFF
(2) Turn the ignition switch OFF.
(3) Prepare the TOYOTA hand-held tester.
(4) Connect the TOYOTA hand- held tester to the
DLC3 at the lower center of the instrument panel.
(5) Turn the ignition switch ON and push the TOYOTA
hand-held tester switch ON.
(6) Switch the TOYOTA hand-held tester from the nor-
mal mode to the check mode (Check that the MIL
flashes.).
NOTICE:
If the TOYOTA hand-held tester switches the ECM from the
normal mode to the check mode or vice-versa, or if the
ignition switch is turned from ON to ACC or OFF during the
check mode, the DTC and freezed frame data will be
erased.
(7) Start the engine (The MIL goes out after the engine
start.).
(8) Simulate the conditions of the malfunction de-
scribed by the customer.
NOTICE:
Leave the ignition switch ON until you have checked the
DTC, etc.
(9) After simulating the malfunction conditions, use the
TOYOTA hand-held tester diagnosis selector to
check the DTC and freezed frame data, etc.

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HINT:
Take care not to turn the ignition switch OFF. Turning the ignition
switch OFF switches the diagnosis system from the check
mode to the normal mode, so all DTC, etc. are erased.
(10) After checking the DTC, inspect the applicable cir-
cuit.
4. FAIL-SAFE CHART
If any of the following codes is recorded, the ECM enters fail-safe mode.
DTC No.Fail-Safe OperationFail-Safe Deactivation Conditions
P0100Ignition timing fixed at 10° BTDCReturned to normal condition
P0110Intake air temp. is fixed at 20°C (68°F)Returned to normal condition
P0115Engine coolant temp. is fixed at 80°C (176°F)Returned to normal condition
P0120VTA is fixed at 0°The following condition must be repeated at least 2 times con-
secutively 0.1 V
VTA
0.95 V, SPD = 0 km/h
P0135
P0141
P0155
P1135
P1155
The heater circuit in witch an abnormality is detected is
turned offIgnition switch OFF
P0325
P0330Max. timing retardationIgnition switch OFF
P1300Fuel cutReturned to normal condition
5. CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS
TOYOTA hand-held tester only:
By putting the vehicle's ECM in the check mode, 1 trip detection logic is possible instead of 2 trip detection
logic and sensitivity to detect open circuits is increased. This makes it easier to detect intermittent problems.
(1) Clear the DTC (See step 2).
(2) Set the check mode (See step 3).
(3) Perform a simulation test (See page IN-20).
(4) Check the connector and terminal (See page IN-30).
(5) Handle the connector (See page IN-30).
6. BASIC INSPECTION
When the malfunction code is not confirmed in the DTC check, troubleshooting should be performed in order
for all possible circuits to be considered as the cause of the problems. In many cases, by carrying out the
basic engine check shown in the following flow chart, the location causing the problem can be found quickly
and efficiently. Therefore, use of this check is essential in engine troubleshooting.
1 Is battery positive voltage 11 V or more when engine is stopped?
NO Charge or replace battery.
YES
2 Is engine cranked?

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NO Proceed to page ST-18, and continue to trouble-
shoot.
YES
3 Does engine start?
NO Go to step 7.
YES
4 Check air filter.
PREPARATION:
Remove the air filter.
CHECK:
Visually check that the air filter is not dirty or excessive oily.
HINT:
If necessary, clean the air filter with compressed air. First blow
from inside thoroughly, then blow from outside of the air filter.
NG Repair or replace.
OK
5 Check idle speed.
PREPARATION:
(a) Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
(b) Switch off all the accessories.
(c) Switch off the A/C.
(d) Shift the transmission into the N position.
(e) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC3 on the vehicle.
CHECK:
Use the CURRENT DATA to check the idle speed.
OK:
Idle speed: 650 - 750 rpm
NG Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
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A00209
DLC1
TE1
E1
SST
DLC1
P12915
P12952
A02330
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6 Check ignition timing.
PREPARATION:
(a) Warm up engine to normal operating temperature.
(b) Switch off all the accessories.
(c) Switch off the A/C.
(d) Shift the transmission into the N position.
(e) Keep the engine speed at idle.
(f) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of the DLC1.
SST 09843-18020
(g) Using a timing light, connect the tester to check wire.
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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7 Check fuel pressure.
PREPARATION:
(a) Be sure that enough fuel is in the tank.
(b) Connect the TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC3.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON and push TOYOTA hand-held
tester main switch ON.
(d) Use the ACTIVE TEST mode to operate the fuel pump.
(e) If you have no TOYOTA hand-held tester, connect the
positive (+) and negative (-) leads from the battery to the
fuel pump connector (See page SF-6).
CHECK:
Check that the pulsation damper screw rises up when the fuel
pump operates.
NG Proceed to page SF-6, and continue to trouble-
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8 Check for spark.
PREPARATION:
(a) Remove the ignition coil from the spark plug.
(b) Remove the spark plug.
(c) Install the spark plug to the ignition coil.
(d) Disconnect the injector connector.
(e) Be sure to ground the screw of the spark plug securely.
CHECK:
Check if spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.
NOTICE:

Do not crash the electrode gap.

To prevent excess fuel being injected from the injec-
tors during this test, don't crank the engine for more
than 5 - 10 seconds at a time.
NG Proceed to page IG-1, and continue to trouble-
shoot.
OK
Proceed to problem symptoms table on page
DI-22.
7. ENGINE OPERATING CONDITION
NOTICE:
The values given below for ºNormal Conditionº are representative values, so a vehicle may still be
normal even if its value varies differ from those listed here. So do not decide whether a part is faulty
or not solely according to the ºNormal Conditionº here.
(a) CARB mandated signals.
TOYOTA hand-held tester displayMeasurement ItemNormal Condition*
FUEL SYS #1
Fuel System Bank 1
OPEN: Air-fuel ratio feedback stopped
CLOSED: Air-fuel ratio feedback operating
Idling after warming up: CLOSED
FUEL SYS #2
Fuel System Bank 2
OPEN: Air-fuel ratio feedback stopped
CLOSED: Air-fuel ratio feedback operating
Idling after warming up: CLOSED
CALC LOADCalculator Load: Current intake air volume as a
proportion of max. intake air volumeIdling: 13.1 - 18.7 %
Racing without load (2,500rpm): 11.7 - 17.3 %
COOLANT TEMPEngine Coolant Temp. Sensor ValueAfter warming up: 80 - 95°C (176 - 203°F)
SHORT FT #1Short-term Fuel Trim Bank 10 ± 20 %
LONG FT #1Long-term Fuel Trim Bank 10 ± 20 %

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Short-term Fuel Trim Bank 20 ± 20 %
LONG FT #2Long-term Fuel Trim Bank 20 ± 20 %
ENGINE SPDEngine SpeedIdling: 650 - 750 rpm
VEHICLE SPDVehicle SpeedVehicle stopped: 0 km/h (0 mph)
IGN ADVANCEIgnition Advance: Ignition Timing of Cylinder No.1Idling: BTDC 10 - 25.0°
INTAKE AIRIntake Air Temp. Sensor ValueEquivalent to Ambient Temp.
MAFAir Flow Rate Through Mass Air Flow Meter
Idling: 3.3 - 4.7 gm/sec.
Racing without load (2,500 rpm):
10.4 - 15.4 gm/sec.
THROTTLE POSVoltage Output of Throttle Position Sensor Calcu-
lated as a percentage: 0 V "0 %, 5 V "100 %Throttle valve fully closed: 7 - 11 %
Throttle valve fully open: 65 - 75 %
O2FT B1 S1Oxygen Sensor Fuel Trim Bank 1 Sensor 1
(Same as SHORT FT #1)0 ± 20 %
O2S B1 S2Voltage Output of Oxygen Sensor Bank 1 Sensor
2Driving 50 km/h (31 mph): 0.05 - 0.95 V
O2FT B2 S1Oxygen Sensor Fuel Trim Bank 2 Sensor 1
(Same as SHORT FT #2)0 ± 20 %
A/FS B1 S1Voltage Output of A/F Sensor Bank 1 Sensor 1Idling: 2.8 - 3.8 V
A/FS B2 S1Voltage Output of A/F Sensor Bank 2 Sensor 1Idling: 2.8 - 3.8 V
A/FFT B1 S1A/F Sensor Fuel Trim Bank 1 Sensor 1
(Same as SHORT FT #1)0 ± 20 %
A/FFT B2 S1A/F Sensor Fuel Trim Bank 2 Sensor 1
(Same as SHORT FT #1)0 ± 20 %
*: If no conditions are specifically stated for ºldlingº, it means the shift lever is at N or P position, the A/C switch
is OFF and all accessory switches are OFF.
(b) TOYOTA Enhanced Signals.
TOYOTA hand-held tester displayMeasurement ItemNormal Condition*
MISFIRE RPMEngine RPM for first misfire rangeMisfire 0: 0 rpm
MISFIRE LOADEngine load for first misfire rangeMisfire 0: 0 g/r
INJECTORFuel injection time for cylinder No.1Idling: 1.6 - 2.9 ms
IAC DUTY RATIOIntake Air Control Valve Duty Ratio
Opening ratio rotary solenoid type IAC valveIdling: 27 - 47 %
STARTER SIGStarter SignalCranking: ON
CTP SIGClosed Throttle Position SignalThrottle fully closed: ON
A/C SIGA/C Switch SignalA/C ON: ON
PNP SWPark/Neutral Position Switch SignalP or N position: ON
ELCTRCL LOAD SIGElectrical Load SignalDefogger switch ON: ON
STOP LIGHT SWStop Light Switch SignalStop light switch ON: ON
PS OIL PRESS SWPower Steering Oil Pressure Switch SignalTurn steering wheel: ON
FC IDLFuel Cut Idle: Fuel cut when throttle valve fully
closed, during decelerationFuel cut operating: ON
FC TAUFuel Cut TAU: Fuel cut during very light loadFuel cut operating: ON
CYL#1 - CYL#6Abnormal revolution variation for each cylinder0 %
IGNITIONTotal number of ignition for every 1,000 revolu-
tions0 - 3,000
INTAKE CTRL VSVIntake Air Control Valve VSV SignalVSV operating: ON
A/C CUT SIGA/C Cut SignalA/C S/W OFF: ON
FUEL PUMPFuel Pump SignalIdling: ON

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EVAP VSV SignalVSV operating: Above 30 %
VAPOR PRESS VSVVapor Pressure VSV SignalVSV operating: ON
TOTAL FT B1Total Fuel Trim Bank 1: Average value for fuel
trim system of bank 1Idling: 0.8 - 1.2
TOTAL FT B2Total Fuel Trim Bank 1: Average value for fuel
trim system of bank 2Idling: 0.8 - 1.2
*: If no conditions are specifically stated for ºldlingº, it means the shift lever is at N or P position, the A/C switch
is OFF and all accessory switches are OFF.

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PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
SymptomSuspect AreaSee page
Engine does not crank (Does not start)15.Starter
16.Starter relayST-18
ST-20
No initial combustion (Does not start)
1. ECM power source circuit
2. Fuel pump control circuit
3. ECMDI-148
DI-152
IN-30
No complete combustion (Does not start)1. Fuel pump control circuitDI-152
Engine cranks normally (Difficult to start)
1. Starter signal circuit
2. Fuel pump control circuit
3. CompressionDI-142
DI-152
EM-3
Cold engine (Difficult to start)1. Starter signal circuit
2. Fuel pump control circuitDI-142
DI-152
Hot engine (Difficult to start)1. Starter signal circuit
2. Fuel pump control circuitDI-142
DI-152
High engine idle speed (Poor idling)1. A/C signal circuit (Compressor circuit)
2. ECM power source circuitDI-824
DI-148
Low engine idle speed (Poor idling)1. A/C signal circuit (Compressor circuit)
2. Fuel pump control circuitDI-824
DI-152
Rough idling (Poor idling)1. Compression
2. Fuel pump control circuitEM-3
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Hunting (Poor idling)1. ECM power source circuit
2. Fuel pump control circuitDI-148
DI-152
Hesitation/Poor acceleration (Poor driveability)1. Fuel pump control circuit
2. A/T faultyDI-152
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Surging (Poor driveability)1. Fuel pump control circuitDI-152
Soon after starting (Engine stall)1. Fuel pump control circuitDI-152
During A/C operation (Engine stall)1. A/C signal circuit (Compressor circuit)
2. ECMDI-824
IN-30
Unable to refuel/Difficult to refuel1. ORVR systemEC-6