2001 TOYOTA SEQUOIA check engine

B17411
E2 VC
E8ECM Connector
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3 Check voltage between terminals VC and E2 of ECM connector.
PREPARATION:
(a) Disconnect the T14 throttle control motor and sensor con-
nector.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON.
CHECK:
Measure the voltage between the specified terminals of the E8
ECM connector.
OK:
Standard:
Tester ConnectionSpecified Condition
VC (E8±23) ± E2 (E8±28)4.5 to 5.5 V
NG Replace ECM (See page SF±80).
OK
4 Replace throttle body (See page SF±42).
Go
5 Check if DTC output recur.
PREPARATION:
(a) Clear the DTC (See page DI±43).
(b) Start the engine.
(c) Run the engine at idle for 15 seconds or more.
CHECK:
Read the DTC.
RESULT:
Display (DTC Output)Proceed to
ºP0120, P0122, P0123, P0220, P0222, P0223 and/or P2135º are output
againA
No DTC outputB
B System is OK.
A

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DTC P0121 Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch ºAº
Circuit Range/Performance Problem
HINT:
This is the purpose of the ºthrottle position sensorº.
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
Refer to DTC P0120 on page DI±127.
DTC No.DTC Detecting ConditionTrouble Area
P0121
Condition (a) continues for 2.0 sec.:
(a) Difference between VTA1 and VTA2 deviates from the
threshold
Throttle control motor and sensor
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The ECM uses throttle position sensor to monitor the throttle valve opening angle.
This sensor includes two signals, VTA1 and VTA2. VTA1 is used to detect the throttle opening angle and
VTA2 is used to detect malfunctions in VTA1. There are several checks that the ECM performs confirm prop-
er operation of the throttle position sensor and VTA1.
There is a specific voltage difference expected between VTA1 and VTA2 for each throttle opening angle.
If the voltage output difference of the VTA1 and VTA2 deviates from the normal operating range, the ECM
interprets this as a malfunction of the throttle position sensor. The ECM will turn on the MIL and a DTC is
set.
FAIL SAFE
If the ETCS (Electronic Throttle Control System) has a malfunction, the ECM cuts off current to the throttle
control motor. The throttle control valve returns to a predetermined opening angle (approximately 16°) by
the force of the return spring. The ECM then adjusts the engine output by controlling the fuel infection (inter-
mittent fuel±cut) and ignition timing in accordance with the accelerator pedal opening angle to enable the
vehicle to continue at a minimum speed.
If the accelerator pedal is depressed firmly and slowly, the vehicle can be driven slowly.
If a ºpassº condition is detected and then the ignition switch is turned OFF, the fail±safe operation will stop
and the system will return to normal condition.
MONITOR STRATEGY
Related DTCsP0121Throttle position sensor rationality
Required sensors/componentsThrottle position sensor
Frequency of operationContinuous
Duration2 sec.
MIL operationImmediate
Sequence of operationNone
TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
ItSpecificationItemMinimumMaximum
The monitor will run whenever this DTC is
not presentSee page DI±18
VTA2 voltage±4.6 V
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TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS
ItSpecificationItemMinimumMaximum
The monitor will run whenever this DTC is
not presentSee page DI±18
Fuel cutOFF
EngineRunning
TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS
Detection CriteriaThreshold
Time until ºengine coolant temperatureº detection temperature reaches feedback start temperature
When the temperature at the time of engine starting is
±8.34°C (17°F) or moreEngine coolant temperature is less than ºclosed±loop enable temperatureº
when 2 min. or more after engine start
When the temperature at the time of engine starting is
±19.45 to ±8.34°C (±3 to 17°F)Engine coolant temperature is less than ºclosed±loop enable temperatureº
when 5 min. or more after engine start
When the temperature at the time of engine starting is
±19.45°C (±3°F) or lessEngine coolant temperature is less than ºclosed±loop enable temperatureº
when 20 min. or more after engine start
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:

If DTC P0115, P0116, P0117, P0118 and P0125 are output simultaneously, engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor circuit may be open or short. Perform the troubleshooting of DTC P0115, P0117 or P0118
first.

Read freeze frame data using the hand-held tester. Freeze frame data records the engine conditions
when a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the
vehicle was running or stopped, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air±fuel ratio was lean or
rich, as well as other data from the time when a malfunction occurred.
1 Are there any other codes (besides DTC P0125) being output?
PREPARATION:
(a) Connect the hand±held tester to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and push the hand±held tester main switch ON.
(c) When using hand±held tester, enter the following menu: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC
INFO / CURRENT CODES.
CHECK:
Read the DTCs using the hand±held tester.
RESULT:
Display (DTC output)Proceed to
P0125A
ºP0125º and other DTCsB
HINT:
If any other codes besides ºP0125º are output, perform the troubleshooting for those DTCs first.
B Go to relevant DTC chart (See page DI±58).
A

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2 Inspect thermostat (See page CO±12).
CHECK:
Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.
OK:
Valve opening temperature is 80 to 84C (176 to 183F)
HINT:
Also check that the valve is completely closed under opening temperature as above.
NG Replace thermostat (See page CO±11).
OK
3 Check cooling system.
CHECK:
Check that there is detect in the cooling system which causes overcool, such as abnormal radiator fan opera-
tion, modified cooling system and so on.
NG Repair or replace cooling system.
OK
Replace engine coolant temperature sensor.

A20488A21045
Threshold
(75C (167F))Estimated ECT
5 sec.
Indicated coolant temp. reading
DTC set (after 2 driving cycle) ECT
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DTC P0128 Coolant Thermostat (Coolant Temperature
Below Thermostat Regulating Temperature)
HINT:
This is the purpose of ºthermostatº malfunction detection.
CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
If the engine coolant temperature does not reach 75°C (167°F) despite sufficient warm±up time has
elapsed.
DTC No.DTC Detection conditionTrouble Area
P0128
Condition (a), (b) and (c) are met:
(a) Cold start
(b) After sufficient warm±up time has elapsed
(c) Engine coolant temperature greater than 75°C (167°F)
Thermostat

Cooling system

Engine coolant temperature sensor

ECM
MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The ECM estimates the coolant temperature based on starting temperature, engine loads, and engine
speeds. The ECM then compares the estimated temperature with the actual ECT (Engine Coolant Tempera-
ture). When the estimated coolant temperature reaches 75C (167F), the ECM checks the actual ECT. If
the actual ECT is less than 75C (167F), the ECM will interpret this as a fault in the thermostat or engine
cooling system and set a DTC.
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MONITOR RESULT
Refer to page DI±26 for detailed information.
The test value and test limit information are described as shown in the following table. Check the monitor
result and test values after performing the monitor drive pattern (refer to ºConfirmation Monitorº).

MID (Monitor Identification Data) is assigned to each emissions±related component.

TID (Test Identification Data) is assigned to each test value.

Scaling is used to calculate the test value indicated on generic OBD ll scan tools.
Thermostat
MIDTIDScalingDescription of Test ValueMinimum Test LimitMaximum Test Limit
$E1$E8Multiply by 0.1
(°C)ECT sensor output when estimated
ECT reached to malfunction criteriaMalfunction criterionMaximum test limit
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:
Read freeze frame data using the hand-held tester. Freeze frame data records the engine conditions when
a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, freeze frame data can help determine if the vehicle was
running or stopped, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air±fuel ratio was lean or rich, as well as other
data from the time when a malfunction occurred.
1 Are there any other codes (besides DTC P0128) being output?
PREPARATION:
(a) Connect the hand±held tester to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch ON and push the hand±held tester main switch ON.
(c) When using hand±held tester, enter the following menu: DIAGNOSIS / ENHANCED OBD II / DTC
INFO / CURRENT CODES.
CHECK:
Read the DTC using the hand±held tester.
RESULT:
Display (DTC Output)Proceed to
P0128A
P0128 and other DTCsB
HINT:
If any other codes besides P0128 are output, perform the troubleshooting for those DTCs first.
B Go to relevant DTC chart (See page DI-58).
A

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2 Check cooling system.
CHECK:
(a) Check for defects in the cooling system that might cause the system to be too cold, such as abnormal
radiator fan operation or a modified cooling system.
(b) Check the valve opening temperature of the thermostat.
OK:
Valve opening temperature is 80 to 84C (176 to 183F)
HINT:
Also check that the valve is completely closed under opening temperature as above.
NG Repair or replace cooling system.
OK
3 Check thermostat (See page CO±12).
CHECK:
Check the valve lift.
OK:
Valve lift: 10 mm (0.39 in.) or more at 95°C (203°F)
NG Replace thermostat.
OK
Replace ECM (See page SF±80).

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2005 SEQUOIA (RM1146U) Heated oxygen sensor impedance
348.1 MW or more
Heated oxygen sensor output voltage (Extremely high):
Duration of following condition10 sec. or more
Heated oxygen sensor voltageMore than 1.2 V
COMPONENT OPERATING RANGE
ParameterStandard Value
Heated oxygen sensor voltageVaries between 0.1 to 0.9 V
MONITOR RESULT
Refer to page DI±24 for detailed information.
The test value and test limit information are described as shown in the following table. Check the monitor
result and test values after performing the monitor drive pattern (refer to ºConfirmation Monitorº).

MID (Monitor Identification Data) is assigned to each emissions±related component.

TID (Test Identification Data) is assigned to each test value.
HO2S bank 1 sensor 2
MIDTIDScalingDescription of Test ValueMinimum Test LimitMaximum Test Limit
$02$07Multiply by 0.001
(V)Minimum sensor voltageMinimum test limitMaximum test limit
$02$08Multiply by 0.001
(V)Maximum sensor voltageMinimum test limitMaximum test limit
$02$8FMultiply by 0.001
(g)Maximum oxygen storage capacity0Maximum test limit
HO2S bank 2 sensor 2
MIDTIDScalingDescription of Test ValueMinimum Test LimitMaximum Test Limit
$06$07Multiply by 0.001
(V)Minimum sensor voltageMinimum test limitMaximum test limit
$06$08Multiply by 0.001
(V)Maximum sensor voltageMinimum test limitMaximum test limit
$06$8FMultiply by 0.001
(g)Maximum oxygen storage capacity0Maximum test limit
WIRING DIAGRAM
Refer to DTC P2195 on page DI±383.