2001 TOYOTA PRIUS air condition

THS (TOYOTA HYBRID SYSTEM)27
THS CONTROL SYSTEM
1. General
The THS control system contains the following components:
HV (Hybrid Vehicle
Control) ECU
Controls the MG1, 2 and the engine according to the demand torque,
regenerative brake control and the SOC (state of charge) of HV battery. These
factors are determined by the shift position, the degree which the accelerator
is depressed, and vehicle speed.
ECM
ControlThe HV ECU receives engine status data (rpm, torque) from the ECM and
determines the engine demand torque.
Moreover, engine stop and fuel cut signals are sent according to the driving
conditions.
In addition, the vehicle speed signal received from the combination meter is
also sent.
BRAKE
ECU
ControlThe HV ECU receives data corresponding to the total braking force needed.
The HV ECU transmits the regeneration brake demand torque valve, as well
as the regeneration brake execution torque valve.
Inverter
(for MG1,
MG2)
ControlThe HV ECU sends the signal to the power transistor in the inverter for
switching the U, V, W, phase of the MG1, 2 in order to drive the MG1 and 2.
Moreover, if an overheating, overcurrent or fault voltage signal is received
from the inverter, it is shut down.
ConverterWhen a malfunction is in the Hybrid vehicle control system, the HV ECU
sends a signal to the converter, and the converter is stopped.
MG1, MG2Detects the position of the rotor of the MG1, 2 and controls the current flowing
to the MG1, 2.
In addition, the temperature is detected and the maximum load is controlled.
Battery ECUReceives the SOC of the HV battery and the current value.
Airbag Sensor
AssemblyReceives the airbag deployment signal.
A / C ECUReceives the engine power rise demand (when air-conditioning is turned ON)
and the engine running demand for water-temperature maintenance.
Accelerator Pedal
Position SensorReceives the value corresponding to degree at which the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
Shift Position SensorReceives the shift position signal (P, R, N, D, B).
Cruise Control SwitchReceives the cruise control switch signal.
Stop Light SwitchReceives the brake signal.
Interlock Switch
(for Inverter Cover and
Service Plug)Verifies that the cover of both the inverter and the service plug have been
installed.
Circuit Breaker SensorThe high-voltage circuit is intercepted if a vehicle collision has been detected.
DiagnosisWhen the HV ECU detects a malfunction, the HV ECU diagnosis and
memorizes the values corresponding to the failure.
Fail-SafeWhen the HV ECU detects a malfunction, the HV ECU stops or controls the
actuators and ECUs according to the data already stored in memory.

THS (TOYOTA HYBRID SYSTEM)
182TH26
Inverter
Converter
182TH17
F. L
MAINF.L DCDC12 V

Output
Auxiliary
Battery S34B20
Shielded 12 VInverter
SDC273.6 V
DC / DC Converter
Input Filter
20 V
Converter Control Circuit
HV ECU A / C ECUIG
IDH NODD 36
CONVERTER
1. General
The power source for auxiliary equipment of the
vehicle such as the lights, audio system, and the air
conditioner cooling fan, as well as the ECUs, is
based on a 12 V system. Because the THS genera-
tor outputs at 273.6 V, the converter is used to
transform the voltage from DC273.6 V to DC 12
V in order to recharge the auxiliary battery. The
converter is installed on the underside of the in-
verter.
2. Operation

The DC273.6 V input is initially converted into alternating current by the transistor bridge circuit and
transformed into a low voltage by the transformer. After this, the current is rectified, smoothed (into direct
current) and converted into DC12 V.

The voltage at the positive terminal of the auxiliary battery is monitored by the converter and is maintained
at a constant level. Consequently, the voltage of the auxiliary battery is unrelated to the engine rpm (even
if the engine is stopped) and to the auxiliary equipment (output current of converter).

THS (TOYOTA HYBRID SYSTEM)
182TH20
Cooling FanAir Intake
HV Battery Exhaust Duct No.2Exhaust Duct No.141
HV BATTERY COOLING SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
When the temperature of the HV battery rises, the battery ECU executes a command to cause the cooling fan
to operate from OFF to LO, MID and HI speeds. However, if the air conditioning is being used at that time
to cool the vehicle's interior, and if there is still some margin left in the temperature of the HV battery, the
battery ECU keeps the fan OFF or running at LO speed, thus giving priority to the air conditioning.
The air intake for the cooling fan is located above the package tray trim. If an object (such as clothing) is
placed over this area, the HV battery might not be able to cool sufficiently, which could cause the output con-
trol warning light to illuminate.
CONSTRUCTION
This system feature a cooling fan which is driven by DC motor.

Specifications 
TypeSirocco Fan
Fan Size Dia x H mm (in.)100 x 40 (4.0 x 1.6)
Motor TypeDC Motor
Lo50
Air Flow Volume m3/hMid100
Hi150
Power Consumption W60
The operation of the cooling fans is controlled by the signals that are output by the battery ECU, which
monitors the temperature of the HV battery.

CHASSIS ± BRAKES
182CH79
Port A
Pressure
Holding
Valve
To
Wheel
Cylinder
Port B
Pressure
Preduction
ValveTo
Reservoir
and Pump
From Wheel Cylinder
182CH80 182CH81
11 6
4) Self-Diagnosis
If the brake ECU detects a malfunction in the brake system, the ABS warning light and brake system
warning light will light up and alert the driver that a malfunction has occurred. The ECU will also store
the codes of malfunctions. See the 2001 Prius Repair Manual (Pub. No. RM778U) for the DTC (Diagnos-
tic Trouble Code) check method, DTC and DTC clearance.
Brake System Control
1) ABS with EBD control
a. General
The EBD control utilizes ABS, realizing the proper brake force distribution between front and rear
wheels in accordance with the driving conditions. In addition, during cornering braking, it also controls
the brake forces of right and left front wheels, helping to maintain the vehicle stability.
The distribution of the brake force is performed under electrical control of the brake ECU, which pre-
cisely controls the brake force in accordance with the vehicle's driving conditions.
b. Operation
Based on the signals received from the 4 wheel speed sensors, the brake ECU calculates each wheel
speed and deceleration, and checks wheel slipping condition. And according to the slipping condition,
the ECU controls the solenoid valves in order to adjust the fluid pressure of each wheel cylinder in the
following three modes: pressure reduction, pressure holding and pressure increase modes.
Not Activated
Normal Braking±±
ActivatedPressure Increase ModePressure Holding ModePressure Reduction Mode
Hydraulic
Circuit
Pressure
Holding Valve
(Port A)OFF
(Open)ON
(Close)ON
(Close)
Pressure
Reduction Valve
(Port B)OFF
(Close)OFF
(Close)ON
(Open)
Wheel Cylinder
PressureIncreaseHoldReduction

CHASSIS ± STEERING
182CH95
182CH76
Twist Angle
Basic Position
Cornering
Torque
[V]
Voltage
Voltage difference between
outputs 1 and 2 during
straight line driving (0)
Torque Sensor 2
Torque Sensor 1
0 ±+
Right Turn Left Turn127
ii) Steering to the right
When the driver turns the steering to the
right, the steering torque is transmitted to
the pinion shaft's input shaft, causing the
input shaft to rotate. Because the reaction
force of the ground surface acts on the rack
bar, the torsion bar that links the input shaft
and the pinion twists until a torque that
equalizes with the reaction force is gener-
ated. Thus, a relative displacement is
created between the resistor that is secured
onto the input shaft and the contact that is
secured onto the pinion shaft's output shaft.
As a result, the resistance changes, causing
the torque sensor's outputs 1 and 2 to
change as shown in the right diagram. The
EMPS ECU uses this voltage difference to
calculate the power assist torque to drive
the DC motor, thus generating a power as-
sist force in the pinion shaft via the reduc-
tion mechanism.
iii) Steering Hold Condition
The torsion bar shift to a position in which the sum of the driver's steering torque and the motor's assist
torque equalizes with the reaction force of the ground surface in order to maintain the steering holding
condition.
EMPS ECU
1) EMPS Control
The EMPS ECU receives signals from various sensors, judges the current vehicle condition, and deter-
mines the assist ampere to be applied to the DC motor accordingly.
2) Self-Diagnosis
If the EMPS ECU detects a malfunction in the EMPS system, the warning light that corresponds to the
function in which the malfunction has been detected lights up to alert the driver of the malfunction.
The EMPS ECU will also store the codes of the malfunctions. The DTCs (Diagnostic Trouble Codes)
can be accessed through the use of a hand-held tester. For details, see the 2001 Prius Repair Manual (Pub.
No. RM778U).
3) Fail-Safe
If the EMPS ECU detects a malfunction in the EMPS system, the system basically turns OFF the power
to prohibit power assist. As a result, the EMPS system operates the same way as manual steering.
However, depending on the location in which the malfunction occurred, power assist may be provided
by reducing the power assist amperage or by fixing the amount of power assist without relying on the
vehicle speed.

BODY ELECTRICAL
BODY ELECTRICAL ± BATTERY AND MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
182BE01
: BEAN : UART
: AVC-LAN : Serial Data
Link
Brake ECU
HV ECU
Air Condi-
tioning ECU
Meter ECU
ECM
Body ECU
Display ECU
Audio
ComponentsGateway
ECU
Power Window
Master SwitchDoor Con-
trol ReceiverBattery ECU
141
AUXILIARY BATTERY
DESCRIPTION
All the body electrical systems and auxiliary equipment operate using the same 12 V battery used on ordinary
gasoline engine vehicles.
However, as the battery structure is different, Prius uses an exclusive battery. See page 42 in the THS (TOYOTA
Hybrid System) section for details of the auxiliary battery structure.
MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
A multiplex communication system has been adopted for body electrical system control and to achieve
a slimmer wiring harnesses configuration.
BEAN (Body Electronics Area Network) has been adopted between the body ECU, ECM, meter ECU,
air conditioning ECU, and the gateway ECU. Furthermore, AVC-LAN (Audio Visual Communication-
Local Area Network) has been adopted between the display ECU and the audio components.
The conversion of communication signals between BEAN and AVC-LAN is performed by the gateway
ECU.
UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter), which performs unidirectional communication,
has been adopted between the body ECU and the power window master switch.
A serial data link has been adopted between the body ECU and the door control receiver. In addition, a
serial data link has been adopted between the ECM, HV ECU, brake ECU, and the battery ECU, which
pertain to the control of the hybrid system.

System Diagram 

BODY ELECTRICAL ± MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM 142
SYSTEM OPERATION
1. General
The ECUs that pertain to the body electrical system perform the functions and system controls described be-
low.
Gateway ECU
Conversion of data between AVC-LAN and BEAN
Transmission of vehicle information to the display ECU, in order for it to be displayed on multi-informa-
tion display
Body ECU
Power window system control (Front, Rear passenger only)
Door lock control system control
Wireless door lock remote control system control
Theft deferrent system control
Daytime running light system control
Illuminated entry system control
Light auto turn-off system control
Seat belt warning system control
Key reminder system control
Diagnosis
Meter ECU
Meter control
Illumination and flashing control of indicator and warning lights
Sounding control of warning buzzer
Air Conditioning ECU
Air Conditioning control
ECM
Engine control
Diagnosis
Display ECU
Transmission and reception associated with audio and visual functions

BODY ELECTRICAL ± MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM
182BE02
Display ECU
CPU
AV C - L A N
Transmis-
sion
Reception
ControlAVC-LAN
Transmis-
sion
Reception
CircuitAVC-LANGateway ECU
CPU
AVC-LAN
Transmis-
sion
Reception
CircuitCon-
version
ControlBEAN
Trans-
mission
Recep-
tion
Circuit
Audio
Components
BEAN
Body ECU Meter ECU
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2. Gateway Function (Gateway ECU)
This multiplex communication system has adopted BEAN (Body Electronics Area Network) between the
body ECU, ECM, meter ECU, air conditioning ECU, and the gateway ECU, as well as AVC-LAN between
the display ECU and the audio components. Because the data configuration differs between BEAN and AVC-
LAN, their data must be converted in order for them to exchange each other's data. The conversion of com-
munication data is performed by the gateway ECU. As a result, it has become possible for a single commu-
nication line to transmit various types of information.