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CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor ModeEBS01KFL
Specification data are reference values.
On Board Diagnosis LogicEBS01KFM
If the cooling fan or another component in the cooling system malfunctions, engine coolant temperature will
rise.
When the engine coolant temperature reaches an abnormally high temperature condition, a malfunction is
indicated.
CAUTION:
When a malfunction is indicated, be sure to replace the coolant. Refer toCO-7, "
Changing Engine
Coolant". Also, replace the engine oil. Refer toLU-6, "Changing Engine Oil".
1. Fill radiator with coolant up to specified level with a filling speed of 2 liters per minute. Be sure to
use coolant with the proper mixture ratio. Refer toMA-16, "
Engine Coolant Mixture Ratio".
2. After refilling coolant, run engine to ensure that no water-flow noise is emitted.
Overall Function CheckEBS01KFN
Use this procedure to check the overall function of the cooling fan. During this check, a DTC might not be con-
firmed.
WARNING:
lNever remove a radiator cap and/or a reservoir tank cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure fluid escaping from the radiator and the reservoir tank.
lWrap a thick cloth around cap. Carefully remove the cap by turning it a quarter turn to allow built-
up pressure to escape. Then turn the cap all the way off.
MONITOR ITEM CONDITION SPECIFICATION
COOLING FAN
lEngine: After warming up, idle
the engine
lAir conditioner switch: OFFEngine coolant temperature: 97°C
(207°F) or lessOFF
Engine coolant temperature: Between
98°C (208°F) and 104°C(219°F)LOW
Engine coolant temperature: 105°C
(221°F) or moreHI
DTC No. Trouble diagnosis name DTC detecting condition Possible cause
P0217
0217Engine over temperature
(Overheat)
lCooling fan does not operate properly (Over-
heat).
lCooling fan system does not operate properly
(Overheat).
lEngine coolant was not added to the system
using the proper filling method.
lEngine coolant is not within the specified
range.
lHarness or connectors
(The cooling fan circuit is open or
shorted.)
lIPDM E/R
lCooling fan
lCooling fan (Crankshaft driven)
lRadiator hose
lRadiator
lRadiator cap
lReservoir tank
lReservoir tank cap
lWater pump
lThermostat
For more information, refer toEC-140,
"Main 12 Causes of Overheating".
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WITH CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go toEC-137,
"Diagnostic Procedure".
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go toEC-137,
"Diagnostic Procedure".
3. Turn ignition switch ON.
4. Perform “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CON-
SULT-II.
5. If the results are NG, go toEC-137, "
Diagnostic Procedure".
WITHOUT CONSULT-II
1. Check the coolant level in the reservoir tank and radiator.
Allow engine to cool before checking coolant level.
If the coolant level in the reservoir tank and/or radiator is below
the proper range, skip the following steps and go toEC-137,
"Diagnostic Procedure".
2. Confirm whether customer filled the coolant or not. If customer
filled the coolant, skip the following steps and go toEC-137,
"Diagnostic Procedure".
3. Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan motors operation, refer toPG-19, "
Auto Active
Te s t".
4. If NG, go toEC-137, "
Diagnostic Procedure".
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Diagnostic ProcedureEBS01KFP
1.CHECK COOLING FAN (CRANKSHAFT DRIVEN) OPERATION
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Make sure that cooling fan (crankshaft driven) operates normally.
OK or NG
OK (With CONSULT-II)>>GO TO 2.
OK (Without CONSULT-II)>>GO TO 3.
NG >> Check cooling fan (crankshaft driven). Refer toCO-19, "
Removal and Installation".
2.CHECK COOLING FAN OPERATION
With CONSULT-II
1. Start engine and let it idle.
2. Select “COOLING FAN” in “ACTIVE TEST” mode with CON-
SULT-II.
3. Make sure that cooling fan operate at each speed (LOW/HI).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check cooling fan control circuit. (Go toEC-139, "
PRO-
CEDURE A".)
3.CHECK COOLING FAN OPERATION
Without CONSULT-II
1. Perform IPDM E/R auto active test and check cooling fan motors operation, refer toPG-19, "
Auto Active
Te s t".
2. Make sure that cooling fan operate at each speed (Low/High).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Check cooling fan control circuit. (Go toEC-139, "
PROCEDURE A".)
4.CHECK COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAK
Apply pressure to the cooling system with a tester, and check if the
pressure drops. Refer toCO-7, "
CHECKING RADIATOR SYSTEM
FOR LEAKS".
lReservoir tank (1)
lSST (EG17650301): A
CAUTION:
Higher than the specified pressure may cause radiator damage.
Pressure should not drop.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the following for leak. Refer toCO-7, "
CHECK-
ING RADIATOR SYSTEM FOR LEAKS".
lHose
lRadiator
lRadiator cap
lWater pump
lReservoir tank
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5.CHECK RESERVOIR TANK CAP
Apply pressure to cap with a tester and check reservoir tank cap
relief pressure.
Refer toCO-13, "
Checking Reservoir Tank Cap".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace reservoir tank cap.
6.CHECK COMPONENT PARTS
Check the following.
lThermostat. Refer toCO-23, "THERMOSTAT AND WATER PIPING".
lEngine coolant temperature sensor. Refer toEC-107, "Component Inspection".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 7.
NG >> Replace malfunctioning component.
7.CHECK MAIN 12 CAUSES
If the cause cannot be isolated, go toEC-140, "
Main 12 Causes of Overheating".
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PROCEDURE A
1.CHECK COOLILNG FAN POWER SUPPLY CIRCUIT
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect IPDM E/R harness connectors E14.
3. Check voltage between IPDM E/R terminal 22 and ground with
CONSULT-II or tester.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> GO TO 2.
2.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART
Check the following.
l40A fusible link
lHarness for open or short between IPDM E/R and battery
>> Repair open circuit or short to ground in harness or connectors.
3.CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR CIRCUIT FOR OPEN AND SHORT
1. Disconnect cooling fan motor (1) harness connector.
–: Vehicle front
–Radiator shroud (upper) (2)
2. Check harness continuity between the following;
cooling fan motor terminal 1 and IPDM E/R terminal 20,
cooling fan motor terminal 2 and IPDM E/R terminal 24.
Refer to Wiring Diagram.
3. Also check harness for short to ground and short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to ground or short to power in harness or connectors.
4.CHECK COOLING FAN MOTER GROUND CIRCUIT FOR OPEN OR SHORT
1. Check harness continuity between cooling fan motor terminal 3 and ground.
Refer to Wiring Diagram.
2. Also check harness for short to power.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair open circuit or short to power in harness or connectors.Voltage: Battery voltage
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Continuity should exist.
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5.CHECK COOLING FAN MOTOR
Refer toEC-141, "
Component Inspection".
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 6.
NG >> Replace cooling fan motors.
6.CHECK INTERMITTENT INCIDENT
PerformEC-70, "
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR INTERMITTENT INCIDENT".
OK or NG
OK >> Replace IPDM E/R. Refer toPG-14, "IPDM E/R (INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MOD-
ULE ENGINE ROOM)".
NG >> Repair or replace harness or connector.
Main 12 Causes of OverheatingEBS01KFQ
*1: Turn the ignition switch ON.
*2: Engine running at 3,000 rpm for 10 minutes.
*3: Drive at 90 km/h (55 MPH) for 30 minutes and then let idle for 10 minutes.
*4: After 60 minutes of cool down time.
For more information, refer toCO-4, "
OVERHEATING CAUSE ANALYSIS". Engine Step Inspection item Equipment Standard Reference page
OFF 1
lBlocked radiator
lBlocked condenser
lBlocked radiator grille
lBlocked bumper
lVisual No blocking —
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lCoolant mixturelCoolant tester 50 - 50% coolant mixture SeeMA-16, "Engine
Coolant Mixture Ratio".
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lCoolant levellVisual Coolant up to MAX level
in reservoir tank and radi-
ator filler neckSeeCO-7, "LEVEL
CHECK".
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lReservoir tank caplPressure tester SeeCO-13, "Checking Reservoir Tank Cap".
ON*
25lCoolant leakslVisual No leaks SeeCO-7, "CHECKING
RADIATOR SYSTEM
FOR LEAKS".
ON*
26lThermostatlTouch the upper and
lower radiator hosesBoth hoses should be hot SeeCO-23, "THERMO-
STAT AND WATER PIP-
ING".
ON*
17lCooling fanlCONSULT-II Operating See trouble diagnosis for
DTC P0217 (EC-132
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ON*
27lCooling fan (Crankshaft
driven)lVisual OperatingSeeCO-19, "COOLING
FA N".
OFF 8
lCombustion gas leaklColor checker chemical
tester 4 Gas analyzerNegative —
ON*
39lCoolant temperature
gaugelVisual Gauge less than 3/4
when driving—
lCoolant overflow to
reservoir tanklVisual No overflow during driving
and idlingSeeCO-7, "Changing
Engine Coolant".
OFF*
410lCoolant return from
reservoir tank to radia-
torlVisual Should be initial level in
reservoir tankSeeCO-7, "LEVEL
CHECK".
OFF 11
lCylinder headlStraight gauge feeler
gauge0.1 mm (0.004 in) Maxi-
mum distortion (warping)SeeEM-92, "CYLINDER
HEAD".
12
lCylinder block and pis-
tonslVisual No scuffing on cylinder
walls or pistonSeeEM-110, "CYLIN-
DER BLOCK".