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How to Proceed With Trouble DiagnosisEKS007DS
1. Confirm the symptom or customer complaint.
2. Perform diagnosis according to diagnosis flow. Refer to DI-17, "
Diagnosis Flow" .
3. According to the symptom chart, repair or replace the cause of the symptom.
4. Does the meter operate normally? If so, go to 5. If not, go to 2.
5. Inspection End.
Diagnosis FlowEKS007DT
1. CHECK WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATION
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Make sure warning indicators (such as malfunction indicator lamp and oil pressure low/coolant tempera-
ture high warning indicator) illuminate.
Do warning indicators illuminate?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Check ignition power supply system of combination meter. Refer to DI-18, "
Power Supply and
Ground Circuit Inspection" .
2. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS OPERATION OF COMBINATION METER
Perform combination meter self-diagnosis. Refer to DI-13, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION" .
Does self-diagnosis function operate?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> Check the following.

Combination meter power supply and ground circuit. Refer to DI-18, "Power Supply and
Ground Circuit Inspection" .
3. CHECK ODOMETER OPERATION
Check segment display status of odometer.
Is the display normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "
Combi-
nation Meter" .
4. CHECK COMBINATION METER CIRCUIT
Check indication of each meter/gauge in self-diagnosis mode.
OK or NG
OK >> Go to DI-19, "Symptom Chart" .
NG >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "
Combi-
nation Meter" .
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Power Supply and Ground Circuit InspectionEKS007DU
1. CHECK FUSES
Check for blown combination meter fuses.
Refer to DI-10, "Wiring Diagram — METER —" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> If fuse is blown, be sure to eliminate cause of malfunction before installing new fuse. Refer to PG-
4, "POWER SUPPLY ROUTING CIRCUIT" .
2. CHECK POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect combination meter connector.
2. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector
terminals and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Check the harness for open between combination meter and fuse.
3. CHECK GROUND CIRCUIT
Check continuity between combination meter harness connector ter-
minals and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Inspection End.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
Unit Power source Fuse No.
Combination meter Battery 19
Ignition switch ON or START 14
Ignition switch ACC or ON 4
Terminals Ignition switch position
(+)
(–) OFF ACC ON
ConnectorTe r m i n a l
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Ground0VBattery
voltageBattery
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8 (Y/R)Battery
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voltageBattery
voltage
24 (O/L) 0V 0VBattery
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Continuity (+)
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ConnectorTe r m i n a l
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M24 17 (B) Ground Yes
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Symptom ChartEKS007DV
Vehicle Speed Signal InspectionEKS007DW
1. CHECK ABS ACTUATOR AND ELECTRIC UNIT (CONTROL UNIT) SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Refer to BRC-29, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "Combination Meter" .
NG >> Perform the "Diagnostic Procedure" for displayed DTC. Refer to BRC-11, "
TROUBLE DIAGNO-
SIS" .
Engine Oil Pressure Signal Inspection EKS0086D
1. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 20 (Y) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> GO TO 3.
Trouble phenomenon Possible cause
Improper tachometer indication. Refer to DI-21, "
Engine Speed Signal Inspection" .
Improper water temperature gauge indication. Refer to DI-21, "
Water Temperature Signal Inspection" .
Improper speedometer or odometer. Refer to DI-19, "
Vehicle Speed Signal Inspection" .
Improper fuel gauge indication.
Refer to DI-22, "
Fuel Level Sensor Unit Inspection" .
Fuel warning lamp indication is irregular.
Improper A/T oil temperature gauge indicationRefer to AT-131, "
DTC P1710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SEN-
SOR CIRCUIT" .
Improper voltage gauge indication
Replace combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "
Combination Meter"
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More than one gauge does not give proper indication.
Improper A/T position indication. Refer to DI-41, "
A/T INDICATOR" .
Illumination control does not operate properly. Refer to LT-152, "
ILLUMINATION" .
Te r m i n a l s
Condition Voltage (V) (+)
(–)
ConnectorTe r m i n a l
(Wire color)
M24 20 (Y) GroundWhen ignition switch is in ON
position. (Engine stopped)Ye s
Engine running. (Idle speed) Yes
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2. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter connector M24 and oil pressure
sensor connector F4.
3. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 16 (B/P) and oil pressure sensor harness connec-
tor F4 terminal 3 (B/P).
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "Combi-
nation Meter" .
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
3. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR REFERENCE VOLTAGE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect oil pressure sensor connector F4.
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 22 (GR/L) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "
Combi-
nation Meter" .
4. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter connector M24.
3. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector M24 terminal 22 (GR/L) and oil pressure
sensor harness connector F4 terminal 1 (GR/L).
4. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 22 (GR/L) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.Continuity should exist.
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Voltage : Approx. 5V
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Continuity should exist.
Continuity should not exist.
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5. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR SIGNAL CIRCUIT
1. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector M24 terminal 20 (Y) and oil pressure
sensor harness connector F4 terminal 2 (Y).
2. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 20 (Y) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
6. CHECK OIL PRESSURE SENSOR GROUND CIRCUIT
Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 16 (B/P) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace oil pressure sensor.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
Water Temperature Signal Inspection EKS007DX
1. CHECK ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform ECM self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-107, "
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "Combination Meter" .
NG >> Perform "Diagnostic procedure" for displayed DTC. Refer to EC-71, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" .
Engine Speed Signal Inspection EKS007DY
1. CHECK ECM SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform ECM self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-107, "
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" .
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "Combination Meter" .
NG >> Perform "Diagnostic procedure" for displayed DTC. Refer to EC-71, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS" . Continuity should exist.
Continuity should not exist.
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Continuity should not exist.
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Fuel Level Sensor Unit InspectionEKS007DZ
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT
The following symptoms do not indicate a malfunction.

Depending on vehicle position or driving circumstance, the fuel in the tank shifts and the indication may
fluctuate.

If the vehicle is fueled with the ignition switch ON, the indication will update slowly.

If the vehicle is tilted when the ignition switch is turned ON, fuel in the tank may flow to one direction
resulting in a change of reading.
LOW-FUEL WARNING LAMP
Depending on vehicle posture or driving circumstances, the fuel level in the tank varies, and the warning lamp
ON timing may be changed.
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Perform the combination meter self-diagnosis. Refer to DI-13, "
SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "
Combination Meter" .
2. CHECK HARNESS CONNECTOR
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Check combination meter and fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump terminals (meter-side, and harness-
side) for poor connection.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace terminals or connectors.
3. CHECK HARNESS CONNECTOR OUTPUT SIGNAL
1. Disconnect fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Check voltage between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 15 (Y/L) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
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4. CHECK HARNESS FOR OPEN OR SHORT CIRCUIT
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect combination meter connector M24.
3. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 15 (Y/L) and fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
harness connector C5 terminal 2 (Y/L).
4. Check continuity between fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
harness connector C5 terminal 2 (Y/L) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
5. CHECK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR CIRCUIT
1. Check continuity between combination meter harness connector
M24 terminal 16 (B/P) and fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
harness connector C5 terminal 5 (B/P).
2. Check continuity between fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump
harness connector C5 terminal 5 (B/P) and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Repair harness or connector.
6. CHECK FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT
Check the fuel level sensor unit. Refer to DI-25, "
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT CHECK" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace the fuel level sensor unit. Refer to FL-5, "
Removal and Installation" .
7. CHECK INSTALLATION CONDITION
Check fuel level sensor unit installation, and determine whether the float arm interferes or binds with any of the
internal components in the fuel tank.
OK or NG
OK >> Replace the combination meter. Refer to IP-13, "Combination Meter" .
NG >> Install the fuel level sensor unit properly.Continuity should exist.
Continuity should not exist.
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Continuity should exist.
Continuity should not exist.
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Fuel Gauge Fluctuates, Indicates Wrong Value, or VariesEKS007E0
1. CHECK FUEL GAUGE FLUCTUATION
Test drive vehicle to see if gauge fluctuates only during driving or just before or just after stopping.
Does the indication value vary only during driving or just before or just after stopping?
YES >> The fluctuation may be caused by fuel level change in the fuel tank. Condition is normal.
NO >> Ask the customer about the situation when the symptom occurs in detail, Refer to DI-22, "
Fuel
Level Sensor Unit Inspection" .
Fuel Gauge Does Not Move to Full-positionEKS007E1
1. CHECK POINTER MOVEMENT TO FULL-POSITION
Does it take a long time for the pointer to move to full-position?
YES or NO
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2. CHECK IGNITION SWITCH POSITION
Was the vehicle fueled with the ignition switch ON?
YES or NO
YES >> Be sure to fuel the vehicle with the ignition switch OFF. Otherwise, it will take a long time for the
pointer to move to full-position because of the characteristic of the fuel gauge.
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. OBSERVE VEHICLE POSITION
Is the vehicle parked on an incline?
YES or NO
YES >> Check the fuel level indication with vehicle on a level surface.
NO >> GO TO 4.
4. CHECK POINTER MOVEMENT TO EMPTY-POSITION
During driving, does the fuel gauge move gradually toward empty-position?
YES or NO
YES >> Check the fuel level sensor unit. Refer to DI-25, "FUEL LEVEL SENSOR UNIT CHECK" .
NO >> Check fuel level sensor unit installation, and determine whether the float arm interferes or binds
with any of the internal components in the fuel tank.