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EC-94
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ECM
DTC No. Detected items Engine operating condition in fail-safe mode
U0113
U1003
U1024 Can communication circuit VVEL actuator
motor relay is turned off, and VVEL value is become at a minimum angle.
Engine speed will not rise more than 3,500 rpm due to the fuel cut.
P0011
P0021 Intake valve timing control The signal is not energized to the intake valve timing control solenoid valve and the valve
control does not function.
P0087 FRP control system  Engine torque is limited.
 VVEL value is maintained at a fixed angle.
P0088 Engine speed is limited.
P008A Low fuel pressure control
system Engine torque is limited.
P0090 FRP control system  Engine torque is limited.
 VVEL value is maintained at a fixed angle.
P0102
P0103 Mass air flow sensor circuit Engine speed will not rise more than 2,400 rpm due to the fuel cut.
P0117
P0118 Engine coolant tempera-
ture sensor circuit
Engine coolant temperature will be determined by ECM based on the following condition.
CONSULT-III displays the engine coolant temperature decided by ECM.
Condition Engine coolant temperature decided
(CONSULT-III display)
Just as ignition switch is turned ON
or START 40
°C (104 °F)
Approx. 4 minutes or more after
engine starting 80
°C (176 °F)
Except as shown above 40 - 80 °C (104 - 176 °F)
(Depends on the time)
When the fail-safe system for engine coolant temperature sensor is activated, the cooling
fan operates while engine is running.
P0122
P0123
P0222
P0223
P2135 Throttle position sensor The ECM controls the electric throttle control actuator in regulating the throttle opening in
order for the idle position to be within +10 degrees.
The ECM regulates the opening speed of the throttle valve to be slower than the normal
condition.
Therefore, the acceleration will be poor.
P0190 FRP sensor  Engine speed is limited.
 High pressure fuel pump is activated at maximum discharge pressure.
P0201
P0202
P0203
P0204
P0205
P0206
P0207
P0208 Injector  Engine torque is limited.
 Fuel injection shut-off of malfunction cylinder.
 Mixture ratio feedback control does not function.
 Idle engine speed is increased.
P0500 Vehicle speed sensor The cooling fan operates (Highest) while engine is running.
P0524 Engine oil pressure The signal is not energized to the intake valve timing control solenoid valve and the valve
control does not function.
Engine speed will not rise more than 2,400 rpm due to the fuel cut.
P0605 ECM (When ECM calculation function is malfunctioning:)
ECM stops the electric throttle control actuator control, throttle valve is maintained at a
fixed opening (approx. 5 degrees) by the return spring.
ECM deactivates ASCD operation.
P0607 ECM VVEL actuator motor relay is
turned off, and VVEL value is become at a minimum angle.
Engine speed will not rise more than 3,500 rpm due to the fuel cut.
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EC-136
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
1.GET INFORMATION FOR SYMPTOM
Get the detailed information from the customer about the symptom (the condition and the environment when
the incident/malfunction occurred) using t he “Diagnostic Work Sheet”. (Refer to EC-138, "
Diagnostic Work
Sheet".)
>> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK DTC
1. Check DTC.
2. Perform the following procedure if DTC is displayed.
- Record DTC and freeze frame data. (Print them out with CONSULT-III or GST.)
- Erase DTC. (Refer to “How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC” in EC-63, "
CONSULT-III Function" or
EC-60, "
On Board Diagnosis Function".)
- Study the relationship between the cause detected by DTC and the symptom described by the customer.
(Symptom Matrix Chart is useful. Refer to EC-524, "
Symptom Table".)
3. Check related service bulletins for information.
Are any symptoms described and any DTCs detected?
Symptom is described, DTC is detected>>GO TO 3.
Symptom is described, DTC is not detected>>GO TO 4.
Symptom is not described, DTC is detected>>GO TO 5.
3.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer (except MIL ON).
Also study the normal operation and fail-s afe related to the symptom. Refer to EC-529, "
Description" and EC-
93, "Fail-safe".
Diagnosis Work Sheet is useful to verify the incident.
Verify relation between the symptom and the condition when the symptom is detected.
>> GO TO 5.
4.CONFIRM THE SYMPTOM
Try to confirm the symptom described by the customer.
Also study the normal operation and fail-s afe related to the symptom. Refer to EC-529, "
Description" and EC-
93, "Fail-safe".
Diagnosis Work Sheet is useful to verify the incident.
Verify relation between the symptom and the condition when the symptom is detected.
>> GO TO 6.
5.PERFORM DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
Perform DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE for the disp layed DTC, and then check that DTC is detected
again.
If two or more DTCs are detected, refer to EC-96, "
DTC Inspection Priority Chart" and determine trouble diag-
nosis order.
NOTE:
 Freeze frame data is useful if the DTC is not detected.
 Perform Component Function Check if DTC CONFIR MATION PROCEDURE is not included on Service
Manual. This simplified check procedure is an effect ive alternative though DTC cannot be detected during
this check.
If the result of Component Function Check is NG, it is the same as the detection of DTC by DTC CONFIR-
MATION PROCEDURE.
Is DTC detected?
YES >> GO TO 10.
NO >> Check according to GI-40, "
Intermittent Incident".
6.PERFORM BASIC INSPECTION
Perform EC-139, "
Work Procedure".
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EC-138
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DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
needed, drive vehicle under the specific driving pattern. Refer to
EC-157, "SRT Set Driving Pat-
tern".
Diagnostic Work SheetINFOID:0000000006217738
DESCRIPTION
There are many operating conditions that lead to the malfunction of
engine components. A good grasp of such conditions can make trou-
bleshooting faster and more accurate.
In general, each customer feels differently about symptoms. It is
important to fully understand the symptoms or conditions for a cus-
tomer complaint.
Utilize a diagnostic worksheet like the WORKSHEET SAMPLE
below in order to organize all the information for troubleshooting.
Some conditions may cause the MIL to illuminate or blink, and DTC
to be detected. Examples:
 Vehicle ran out of fuel, which caused the engine to misfire.
 Fuel filler cap was left off or incorrectly screwed on, allowing fuel to
evaporate into the atmosphere.
WORKSHEET SAMPLE
SEF907L
MTBL0017
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BASIC INSPECTION
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006217739
1.INSPECTION START
1. Check service records for any recent repairs that ma y indicate a related malfunction, or a current need for
scheduled maintenance.
2. Open engine hood and check the following:
- Harness connectors for improper connections
- Wiring harness for improper connections, pinches and cut
- Vacuum hoses for splits, kinks and improper connections
- Hoses and ducts for leakage
- Air cleaner clogging
- Gasket
3. Check that electrical or mechanical loads are not applied.
- Headlamp switch is OFF.
- Air conditioner switch is OFF.
- Rear window defogger switch is OFF.
- Steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position, etc.
4. Start engine and warm it up until engine coolant temperature indicator points to the middle of gauge.
Check that engine stays below 1,000 rpm.
5. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 min- utes under no load.
6. Check that no DTC is displayed with CONSULT-III or GST.
Are any DTCs detected?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2.REPAIR OR REPLACE
Repair or replace components as necessary according to corresponding Diagnosis Procedure.
>> GO TO 3
3.CHECK IDLE SPEED
1. Run engine at approximately 2,000 rpm for approximately 2 minutes under no load.
SEF983U
SEF976U
SEF977U
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EC-148
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IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006217750
Idle Air Volume Learning is a function of ECM to learn
the idle air volume that keeps engine idle speed within
the specific range. It must be perfo rmed under the following conditions:
 Each time the electric throttle control actuator or ECM is replaced.
 Idle speed or ignition timing is out of the specification.
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006217751
1.PRECONDITIONING
Check that all of the following conditions are satisfied.
Learning will be cancelled if any of the follo wing conditions are missed for even a moment.
 Battery voltage: More than 12.9 V (At idle)
 Engine coolant temperature: 70 - 105 °C (158 - 221 °F)
 Selector lever position: P or N
 Electric load switch: OFF
(Air conditioner, headlamp, rear window defogger)
On vehicles equipped with daytime light systems, if the parking brake is applied before the engine is
started the headlamp will not illuminate.
 Steering wheel: Neutral (Straight-ahead position)
 Vehicle speed: Stopped
 Transmission: Warmed-up
- With CONSULT-III: Drive vehicle until “ATF TEMP 2” in “DATA MONITOR” mode of “A/T” system indicates
less than 0.9 V.
- Without CONSULT-III: Drive vehicle for 10 minutes.
Will CONSULT-III be used?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> GO TO 3.
2.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
WITH CONSULT-III
1. Perform Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning. Refer to EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
2. Perform Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning. EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
3. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
4. Select “IDLE AIR VOL LEARN” in “WORK SUPPORT” mode.
5. Touch “START” and wait 20 seconds.
Is
“CMPLT” displayed on CONSULT-III screen?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> GO TO 5.
3.PERFORM IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING
WITHOUT CONSULT-III
NOTE:
 It is better to count the ti me accurately with a clock.
 It is impossible to switch the di agnostic mode when an accelerator pedal position sensor circuit has
a malfunction.
1. Perform Accelerator Pedal Released Position Learning. Refer to EC-146, "
Work Procedure".
2. Perform Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning. EC-147, "
Work Procedure".
3. Start engine and warm it up to normal operating temperature.
4. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
5. Confirm that accelerator pedal is fully releas ed, turn ignition switch ON and wait 3 seconds.
6. Repeat the following procedure quickly 5 times within 5 seconds.
- Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
- Fully release the accelerator pedal.
7. Wait 7 seconds, fully depress the accelerator pedal for approx. 20 seconds until the MIL stops blinking
and turns ON.
8. Fully release the accelerator pedal within 3 seconds after the MIL turns ON.
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9. Start engine and let it idle.
10. Wait 20 seconds.
>> GO TO 4.
4.CHECK IDLE SPEED AND IGNITION TIMING
Rev up engine two or three times and check that idle speed and ignition timing are within the specifications.
For procedure, refer to EC-530, "
Inspection" and EC-531, "Inspection".
For specifications, refer to EC-538, "
Idle Speed" and EC-538, "Ignition Timing".
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> INSPECTION END
NO >> GO TO 5.
5.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART-I
Check the following
 Check that throttle valve is fully closed.
 Check PCV valve operation.
 Check that downstream of throttle valve is free from air leakage.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >> Repair or replace malfunctioning part.
6.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING PART-II
Engine component parts and their installation conditi on are questionable. Check and eliminate the cause of
the incident.
It is useful to perform “TROUBLE DIAG NOSIS - SPECIFICATION VALUE”. Refer to EC-161, "
Description".
If any of the following conditions occur after the engi ne has started, eliminate the cause of the incident and
perform Idle Air Volume Learning again:
 Engine stalls.
 Incorrect idle.
>> INSPECTION END
SEC897C
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EC-156
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HOW TO SET SRT CODE
HOW TO SET SRT CODE
DescriptionINFOID:0000000006265593
OUTLINE
In order to set all SRTs, the self-diagnoses as in
the “SRT ITEM” table must have been performed at least
once. Each diagnosis may require actual driving for a long period of time under various conditions.
SRT ITEM
The table below shows required self-diagnostic items to set the SRT to “CMPLT”.
*1: Though displayed on the CONSULT-III screen, “HO2S HTR” is not SRT item.
SRT SERVICE PROCEDURE
If a vehicle has failed the state emissions inspection due to one or more SRT items indicating “INCMP”, review
the flowchart diagnostic sequence, refe rring to the following flowchart.
SRT item*1
(CONSULT-III indication)Required self-diagnostic items to set the SRT to “CMPLT” Corresponding DTC No.
CATALYST Three way catalyst function P0420, P0430
EVAP SYSTEM EVAP control system purge flow monitoring P0441
EVAP control system P0456
HO2S Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1 P0130, P0133, P0150, P0153 Heated oxygen sensor 2 P0137, P0157
Heated oxygen sensor 2 P0138, P0158
Heated oxygen sensor 2 P0139, P0159
EGR/VVT SYSTEM Intake value timing control function P0011, P0021
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 Flat road
 Ambient air temperature: 20 - 30
°C (68 - 86 °F)
 Diagnosis is performed as quickly as possible under normal conditions.
Under different conditions [For example: ambient air temperature other than 20 - 30 °C (68 - 86 °F)], diagno-
sis may also be performed.
Work ProcedureINFOID:0000000006265595
1.CHECK DTC
Check DTC.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Repair malfunction(s) and erase DTC. Refer to EC-98, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK SRT STATUS
WITH CONSULT-III
Select “SRT STATUS” in “DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION” mode with CONSULT-III.
WITHOUT CONSULT-III
Perform “SRT status” mode with EC-60, "
On Board Diagnosis Function".
WITH GST
Select Service $01 with GST.
Is SRT code(s) set?
YES >> END
NO-1 >> With CONSULT-III: GO TO 3.
NO-2 >> Without CONSULT-III: GO TO 4.
3.DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE
1. Select “SRT WORK SUPPORT” in “DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION” mode with CONSULT-III.
2. For SRT(s) that is not set, perform the corre sponding “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE” according to
the “Performance Priority” in t he “SRT ITEM” table. Refer to EC-156, "
Description".
3. Check DTC.
Is any DTC detected?
YES >> Repair malfunction(s) and erase DTC. Refer to EC-98, "DTC Index".
NO >> GO TO 10.
4.PERFORM ROAD TEST
 Check the “Performance Priority” in the “SRT ITEM” table. Refer to EC-156, "
Description".
 Perform the most efficient SRT set drivi ng pattern to set the SRT properly. Refer to EC-157, "
SRT Set Driv-
ing Pattern".
In order to set all SRTs, the SRT set driving pattern must be performed at least once.
>> GO TO 5.
5.PATTERN 1
1. Check the vehicle condition;
- Engine coolant temperature is −10 to 35 °C (14 to 95 °F).
- Fuel tank temperature is more than 0 °C (32 °F).
2. Start the engine.
3. Keep engine idling until the engine coolant temperature is greater than 70 °C (158 °F)
NOTE:
ECM terminal voltage is follows;
 Engine coolant temperature
- −10 to 35 °C (14 to 95 °F): 3.0 - 4.3 V
-70 °(158 °F): Less than 1.4 V
 Fuel tank temperature: Less than 4.1 V
Refer to EC-72, "
Reference Value".
>> GO TO 6.
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