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(b) Clearance the DTC.
The following operation will erase the DTC and freeze
frame data. Operating an 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.).
4. ROAD TEST
NOTICE:
Perform the test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 - 80 °C (122 - 176 °F).
(a) D position test
Shift into the D position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check to see that 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up-shift takes place,and that the shift points conform
the automatic shift schedule (See page SS-24).
HINT:

O/D Gear Up-shift Prohibition Control (1. Coolant temp. is 60 °C (140 °F) or less. 2. If there is a 10
km/h (6 mph) difference between the set cruise control speed and vehicle speed.)

O/D Gear Lock-up Prohibition Control (1. Brake pedal is depressed. 2. Coolant temp. is 60 °C (140
°F) or less.)
(2) Check for shift shock and slip.
Check for shock and slip at the 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up-shifts.
(3) Check for abnormal noises and vibration.
Run at the D position lock-up or O/D gear and check for abnormal noises and vibration.
HINT:
The check for the cause of abnormal noises and vibration must be done very thoroughly as it could also be
due to loss of balance in the differential torque converter clutch, etc.
(4) Check kick-down operation.
While running in the D position, 2nd, 3rd and O/D gears, check to see that the possible kick-down
vehicle speed limits for 2 " 1, 3 " 2 and O/D " 3 kick-downs conform to those indicated in the
automatic shift schedule (See page SS-24).
(5) Check abnormal shock and slip at kick-down.
(6) Check the lock-up mechanism.

Drive in D position, O/D gear, at a steady speed (lock-up ON) of about 60 km/h (37 mph).

Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the engine speed does not change
abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine speed, there is no lock-up.
(b) 2 position test
Shift into the 2 position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check up-shift operation.
Check to see that the 1 " 2 up-shift takes place and that the shift point conforms to the automatic
shift schedule (See page SS-24).
HINT:
There is no O/D up-shift and lock-up in the 2 position.
(2) Check engine braking.
While running in the 2 position and 2nd gear, release the accelerator pedal and check the engine
braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noises during acceleration and deceleration, and for shock at up-shift and
down-shift.

A00310
A09772
Engine Coolant Temp. SensorECM
5 V
THW
E2
E1 14
18 2
1G-Y
W
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DTC P0115 Engine Coolant Temp. Circuit Malfunction
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
A thermistor built into the engine coolant temperature sensor changes the resistance value according to the
engine coolant temperature.
The structure of the sensor and connection to the ECM is the same as in the intake air temperature circuit
malfunction shown on page DI-28.
If the ECM detects the DTC P0115, it operates the fail-safe function in which the engine coolant temperature
is assumed to be 80°C (176°C).
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0115Open or short in engine coolant temp. sensor circuit

Open or short in engine coolant temp. sensor circuit

Engine coolant temp. sensor

ECM
HINT:
After confirming DTC P0115, use the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to confirm the engine
coolant temperature from the CURRENT DATA.
Temperature DisplayedMalfunction
-40°C (-40°F)Open circuit
140°C (284°F) or moreShort circuit
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:

If DTCs P0110, P0115, P0120 and P1410 are output simultaneously, E2 (sensor ground) may be open.

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 was warmed up or not, the air-fuel
ratio was lean or rich etc. at the time of the malfunction.
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A00214
ON
Engine Coolant
Temp. Sensor
ECM
5V
E2 14
18 2
1
THW
BE6653
FI7055
E5 E5
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1 Connect OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester, and read value of engine
coolant temperature.
PREPARATION:
(a) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and push the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester main switch
ON.
CHECK:
Read the temperature value on the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester.
OK:
Same as actual engine coolant temperature.
HINT:

If there is open circuit, OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester indicates -40°C (-40°F).

If there is short circuit, OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester indicates 140°C (284°F) or more.
NG -40°C (-40°F) ... Go to step 2.
140°C (284°F) or more ... Go to step 4.
OK
Check for intermittent problems
(See page DI-3).
2 Check for open in harness or ECM.
PREPARATION:
(a) Disconnect the engine coolant temp. sensor connector.
(b) Connect the sensor wire harness terminals together.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON.
CHECK:
Read the temperature value on the OBD II scan tool or TOYO-
TA hand-held tester.
OK:
Temperature value: 1405C (2845F) or more
OK Confirm good connection at sensor. If OK, re-
place engine coolant temperature sensor.
NG

A02020
ON
Engine Coolant Temp. Sensor
E2
THWECM
5 V
E2 2
114
18 E5
E5THW
A00216
ON
Engine Coolant
Temp. Sensor
ECM
5 V
E2 14
18
E5
E5THW
FI7054 BE6653
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3 Check for open in harness or ECM.
PREPARATION:
(a) Remove the glove compartment (See page SF-82).
(b) Connect between terminals THW and E2 of the ECM con-
nector.
HINT:
The engine coolant temperature sensor connector is discon-
nected. Before checking, do a visual and contact pressure
check for the ECM connector (See page IN-30).
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON.
CHECK:
Read the temperature value on the OBD II scan tool or TOYO-
TA hand-held tester.
OK:
Temperature value: 1405C (2845F) or more
OK Open in harness between terminal E2 or THW,
repair or replace harness.
NG
Confirm good connection at ECM. If OK,
check and replace ECM (See page IN-30).
4 Check for short in harness and ECM.
PREPARATION:
(a) Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor con-
nector.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON.
CHECK:
Read the temperature value on the OBD II scan tool or TOYO-
TA hand-held tester.
OK:
Temperature value: -405C (-405F)
OK Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.
NG

A02043
ON
Engine Coolant Temp. SensorECM
5 V
E2 THW
E5 Connector
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5 Check for short in harness or ECM.
PREPARATION:
(a) Remove the glove compartment (See page SF-82).
(b) Disconnect the E5 connector from the ECM.
HINT:
The engine coolant temperature sensor connector is discon-
nected.
(c) Turn the ignition switch ON.
CHECK:
Read the temperature value on the OBD II scan tool or TOYO-
TA hand-held tester.
OK:
Temperature value: -405C (-405F)
OK Repair or replace harness or connector.
NG
Check and replace ECM (See page IN-30).

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DTC P0116 Engine Coolant Temp. Circuit Range/Perfor-
mance Problem
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Refer to DTC P0115 on page DI-32.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
If THW -7°C (19.4°F), 20 min. or more after starting engine,
engine coolant temp. sensor value is 20°C (68°F) or less (2
trip detection logic)
If THW -7°C (19.4°F), and <10°C (50°F), 5 min. or more
after starting engine, engine coolant temp. sensor value is
20°C (95°F) or less (2 trip detection logic)
If THW 10°C (50°F), 2 min. or more after starting engine,
engine coolant temp. sensor value is 30°C (86°F) or less (2
trip detection logic)

Cooling systemP0116When THW
35°C (95°F) or more and less than 60°C
(140°F), and THA
- 6.7°C (19.9°F) or more, when starting
engine, conditions (a) and (b) continue: (2 trip detection logic)
(a) Vehicle speed is changing (Not stable)
(b) THW change is lower than 3°C (5.4°F) from THW since
when starting engine
Cooling system

Engine coolant temp. sensor
In case that reading value of water temp. sensor will not
change more than 1°C (1.8°F) even after repeating 6 trips
(detection logic) of adjusting speed pattern with THW more
than 60°C (140°F) when engine starts.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:

If DTCs P0115 and P0116 are output simultaneously, engine coolant temperature sensor circuit may
be open. Perform troubleshooting of DTC P0115 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 was warmed up or not, the air-fuel
ratio was lean or rich, etc. at the time of the malfunction.
1 Are there any other codes (besides DTC P0116) being output?
YES Go to relevant DTC chart (See page DI-14).
NO
2 Check thermostat (See page CO-1 1).
NG Replace thermostat.
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OK
Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.

A00477
Atmosphere
Cover
Exhaust GasPlatinum
Electrode
Solid Electrolyte
(Zirconia Element)
Platinum
Electrode
Heater
A/F Sensor Voltage
Air-Fuel Ratio
(V)
2.6 4.0
3.8
3.6
3.4
3.2
3.0
2.8
2.4
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Coating (Ceramic)
ECM Monitored
19
Housing
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DTC P0125 Insufficient Coolant Temp. for Closed Loop
Fuel Control
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
To obtain a high purification rate for the CO, HC and NOx components of the exhaust gas, a three-way cata-
lytic converter is used, but for the most efficient use of the three-way catalytic converter, the air-fuel ratio
must be precisely controlled so that it is always close to the stoichiometric air-fuel ratio.
The A/F sensor has the characteristic that provides output voltage* approximately proportional to the exist-
ing air-fuel ratio. The A/F sensor output voltage* is used to provide feedback for the ECM to control the air-
fuel ratio.
By the A/F sensor output, the ECM can determine the deviation amount from the stoichiometric air-fuel ratio
and control the proper injection time immediately. If the A/F sensor is malfunctioning, ECM is unable to per-
form accurate air-fuel ratio control.
The A/F sensor is equipped with a heater which heats the zirconia element. The heater is controlled by the
ECM. When the intake air volume is low (the temp. of the exhaust gas is low), current flows to the heater
to heat the sensor for accurate oxygen concentration detection.
*: The voltage value changes at the inside of the ECM only.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0125
After engine is warmed up, A/F sensor output* does not
change when conditions (a), (b), (c) and (d) continue for at
least 1.5 min:
*: Output value changes at inside of the ECM only
(a) Engine speed: 1,500 rpm or more
(b) Vehicle speed: 40 - 100 km/h (25 - 62 mph)
(c) Throttle valve is not fully closed
(d) 140 sec. or more after starting engine
Open or short in A/F sensor (bank 1, 2 sensor 1) circuit

A/F sensor (bank 1, 2 sensor 1)

Air inducation system

Fuel pressure

Injector

Gas leakage on exhaust sytem

ECM
HINT:

After confirming DTC P0125, use the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester to confirm voltage
output of the A/F sensor (bank 1, 2 sensor 1) from the CURRENT DATA.

The ECM controls the voltage of the AFR+, AFL+, AFR- and AFL- terminals of the ECM to the fixed
voltage. Therefore, it is impossible to confirm the A/F sensor output voltage without the OBDII scan
tool or TOYOTA hand-held tester.
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