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TCS FunctionINFOID:0000000005928470
• Spinning of the drive wheels is detected by the ABS/TCS/VDC control unit using inputs from the wheel speed sensors. If wheel spin occurs, the drive wheel right and left brake fluid pressure control and engine
fuel cut are conducted while the throttle value is restricted to reduce the engine torque and decrease the
amount of wheel spin. In addition, the throttle openi ng is controlled to achieve the optimum engine torque.
• Depending on road condition, the vehicle may have a sluggi sh feel. This is normal, because optimum trac-
tion has the highest priority during TCS operation.
• TCS may be activated during sudden vehicle acceleration, wide open throttle acceleration, sudden transmis- sion shifts or when the vehicle is driven on a road with a varying surface friction coefficient.
• The SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of TCS operation.
VDC FunctionINFOID:0000000005928471
• In addition to the ABS/TCS function, the driver steering amount and brake operation amount are detected
from the steering angle sensor, and the vehicle's driving status (amount of under steering/over steering) is
determined using inputs from the yaw rate/side/decel G sensor, wheel speed sensors, etc. and this informa-
tion is used to improve vehicle stability by controlling the braking and engine torque application to the
wheels.
• The SLIP indicator lamp flashes to inform the driver of VDC operation.
• During VDC operation, the vehicle body and brake pedal may vibrate lightly and a mechanical noise may be
heard. This is normal.
• The ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on when the vehicle is
subject to strong shaking or large vibration, such as when the vehicle is on a turn table or a ship while the
engine is running or steep slope. In this case, restart the engine on a normal road and if the ABS warning
lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp turn off, there is no problem.
Wheel SensorsINFOID:0000000005928472
The front sensor units consist of a gear-shaped sensor rotor and a
sensor element. The element contains a magnet around which a coil
is wound. The front wheel sensors are installed on the front of the
wheel knuckles. As the wheel rotates, the sensor generates a
square-wave signal. The frequency increases as the wheel speed
increases.
The rear sensor units consist of wheel hubs with a series of internal
magnets and a sensor element. The rear wheel sensors are installed
on the inner side of the wheel knuckles. As the wheel rotates, the
sensor generates a square-wave signal. The frequency increases as
the wheel speed increases.
Fail-Safe FunctionINFOID:0000000005928473
ABS/EBD SYSTEM
In case of an electrical malfunction with the ABS, the ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP
indicator lamp will turn on. In case of an electrical malfunction with the EBD system, the BRAKE warning lamp,
ABS warning lamp, VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp will turn on.
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How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis
for Quick and Accurate RepairINFOID:0000000005928476
INTRODUCTION
The ABS/TCS/VDC system has an elec tronic control unit to control
major functions. The control unit accepts input signals from sensors
and controls actuator operation. It is also important to check for con-
ventional malfunctions such as air leaks in the booster or lines, lack
of brake fluid, or other malfunctions with the brake system.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a malfunction that occurs inter-
mittently rather than continuously. Mo st intermittent malfunctions are
caused by poor electrical connections or wiring. In this case, careful
checking of suspicious circuits may help prevent the replacement of
good parts.
A visual check only may not find t he cause of the malfunction, so a
road test should be performed.
Before undertaking actual checks, take just a few minutes to talk with
a customer who approaches with an ABS/TCS/VDC complaint. The
customer is a very good source of information, especially for inter-
mittent malfunctions. Through the talks with the customer, find out
what symptoms are present and under what conditions they occur.
Start your diagnosis by looking for “conventional” malfunctions first.
This is one of the best ways to troubleshoot brake malfunctions on
an ABS/TCS/VDC equipped vehicle. Al so check related Service Bul-
letins for information.
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1. ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) E33 2. Brake fluid level switch E40 3. Stop lamp switch E13
4. Front wheel sensor LH E51 Front wheel sensor RH E52 5. Yaw rate/side/decel G sensor B3
(driver seat and carpet removed for
clarity) 6. Rear wheel sensor LH B123
Rear wheel sensor RH B124
7. Parking brake switch M17 8. VDC OFF switch M349. Steering angle sensor M64 (steering
wheel removed for clarity)
10. Combination meter M24
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Basic Inspection
INFOID:0000000005928480
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL, FLUID LEAK, AND BRAKE PAD INSPECTION
1. Check fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. If fluid level is low, add fluid.
2. Check the brake piping and around the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) for leaks. If there is leaking or seeping fluid, check the following items.
• If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) connection is loose, tighten the piping to the specifiedtorque and recheck for leaks.
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• If there is damage to the connection flare nut or ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) screw, replace the damaged part and recheck for leaks.
• When there is fluid leaking or seeping from a fluid connection, use a clean cloth to wipe off the fluid and
recheck for leaks. If fluid is still seeping out, replace the damaged part. If the fluid is leaking at the ABS
actuator and electric unit (control unit), replace the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) assem-
bly.
CAUTION:
The ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) cannot be disassembl\
ed and must be replaced
as an assembly.
3. Check the brake pads for excessive wear.
POWER SYSTEM TERMINAL LOOSENESS AND BATTERY INSPECTION
Make sure the battery positive cable, negative cabl e and ground connection are not loose. In addition, make
sure the battery is sufficiently charged.
ABS WARNING LAMP, SLIP INDICATOR LAMP AND VDC OFF INDICATOR LAMP INSPECTION
1. Make sure ABS warning lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and VDC OFF indicator lamp (when VDC OFF switch
is off), turn on for approximately 2 seconds when the igni tion switch is turned ON. If they do not, check the
VDC OFF indicator lamp and then VDC OFF switch. Refer to BRC-79, "
Component Inspection". Check
CAN communications. If there are no errors with VDC OFF switch and CAN communication system,
check combination meter. Refer to DI-32, "
Component Inspection".
2. Make sure the lamps turn off approximately 2 seconds after the ignition switch is turned ON. If the lamp does not turn off, conduct self-diagnosis.
3. With the engine running, make sure VDC OFF indicator lamp turns on and off when VDC OFF switch is turned on and off. If the indicator lamp status does not correspond to switch operation, check the VDC
OFF switch system. Refer to BRC-79, "
Component Inspection".
4. Make sure ABS warning lamp, SLIP indicator lamp and VDC OFF indicator lamp turn off approximately 2 seconds after the engine is started. If ABS warning la mp, SLIP indicator lamp or VDC OFF indicator lamp
have not turned off 10 seconds after the engine has been started, conduct self-diagnosis of the ABS actu-
ator and electric unit (control unit).
5. After conducting the self-diagnosis, be sure to erase the error memory. Refer to BRC-60, "
CONSULT-III
Function (ABS)".
Warning Lamp and Indicator TimingINFOID:0000000005928481
×: ON –: OFF
Control Unit Input/Out put Signal StandardINFOID:0000000005928482
REFERENCE VALUE FROM CONSULT-III
CAUTION:
The display shows the control unit calculation data, so a normal value might be displayed even in the
event the output circuit (harness) is open or short circuited.
Condition ABS
warning lamp VDC OFF
indicator lamp SLIP
indicator lamp Remarks
When the ignition switch is OFF ––– –
After the ignition switch is turned
ON
For approx. 2 seconds ×××
–
Ignition switch ON
Approx. 2 seconds later ––– –
When the VDC OFF switch turns
ON (VDC function OFF). –
×––
ABS/TCS/VDC malfunction ×××
–
×× –When the ABS/TCS/VDC control
unit is malfunctioning (power sup-
ply or ground malfunction).
When the VDC is malfunctioning. –×× –
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Monitor item
Display content Data monitor
Note: Error inspection
checklist
Condition Reference value in
normal operation
FR LH SENSOR
FR RH SENSOR
RR LH SENSOR
RR RH SENSOR Wheel speedVehicle stopped
0 [km/h (mph)]
BRC-67, "
Wheel Sensor
System Inspection"Vehicle running (Note 1) Almost in accor-
dance with speed-
ometer display
(within
±10%)
FR RH IN SOL
FR RH OUT SOL
FR LH IN SOL
FR LH OUT SOL
RR RH IN SOL
RR RH OUT SOL
RR LH IN SOL
RR LH OUT SOL Solenoid valve opera-
tionActuator (solenoid) is active
(“ACTIVE TEST” with CON-
SULT-III) or actuator relay is in-
active (in fail-safe mode).
On
BRC-72, "
Solenoid and
VDC Change-Over Valve
System Inspection"When actuator (solenoid) is not
active and actuator relay is ac-
tive (ignition switch ON). Off
STOP LAMP SW Brake pedal operation Brake pedal depressed On
BRC-74, "
Stop Lamp
Switch System Inspec-
tion"Brake pedal releasedOff
MOTOR RELAY Operation status of mo-
tor and motor relayIgnition switch ON or engine
running (ABS not operated)
Off
BRC-73, "
Actuator Motor,
Motor Relay, and Circuit
Inspection"
Ignition switch ON or engine
running (ABS operated) On
ACTUATOR RLY Actuator relay opera-
tion statusVehicle stopped (Ignition
switch ON)
Off
Vehicle stopped (Engine run-
ning) On
ABS WARN LAMP ABS warning lamp ON
condition (Note 2)ABS warning lamp ON On
BRC-83, "
ABS Warning
Lamp Does Not Come On
When Ignition Switch Is
Turned On"ABS warning lamp OFF Off
OFF LAMP VDC OFF indicator
lamp status (Note 2) When VDC OFF indicator
lamp is ON
On
BRC-79, "
CAN Commu-
nication System Inspec-
tion"When VDC OFF indicator
lamp is OFF Off
OFF SW VDC OFF switch
ON/OFF status VDC OFF switch ON
(When VDC OFF indicator
lamp is ON)
On
BRC-79, "
Component In-
spection"VDC OFF switch OFF
(When VDC OFF indicator
lamp is OFF) Off
SLIP LAMP SLIP indicator lamp
status (Note 2)When SLIP indicator lamp is
ON
On
BRC-79, "
CAN Commu-
nication System Inspec-
tion"When SLIP indicator lamp is
OFF Off
BATTERY VOLT Battery voltage sup-
plied to ABS actuator
and electric unit (con-
trol unit)Ignition switch ON
10 to 16VBRC-75, "
ABS/TCS/VDC
Control Unit Power and
Ground Systems Inspec-
tion"
GEAR
Manual mode gear po-
sition determined by
TCMIgnition switch ON 1
2
3
4
5—
YAW RATE SEN Yaw rate detected by
yaw rate/side G sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 d/sBRC-70, "
Yaw Rate/Side/
Decel G Sensor System
Inspection"Vehicle turning –75 to 75 d/s
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ACCEL POS SIG Open/close condition
of throttle valve (linked
with accelerator pedal)Accelerator pedal not de-
pressed (ignition switch is ON)
0%
BRC-79, "
CAN Commu-
nication System Inspec-
tion"Depress accelerator pedal (ig-
nition switch is ON) 0 to 100%
SIDE G-SENSOR Transverse G detected
by side G-sensorVehicle stopped
Approx. 0 m/s
2
BRC-70, "Yaw Rate/Side/
Decel G Sensor System
Inspection"
Vehicle turning rightnegative value (m/
s2)
Vehicle turning left positive value (m/
s
2)
STR ANGLE SIG Steering angle detect-
ed by steering angle
sensorStraight-ahead
Approx. 0°BRC-69, "
Steering Angle
Sensor System Inspec-
tion"Steering wheel turned –720 to 720 °
PRESS SENSOR Brake fluid pressure
detected by pressure
sensorWith ignition switch ON and
brake pedal released
Approx. 0 bar
BRC-77, "
Pressure Sen-
sor System Inspection"With ignition switch ON and
brake pedal depressed –40 to 300 bar
EBD SIGNAL EBD operation EBD is active
On
—
EBD is inactive Off
ABS SIGNAL ABS operationABS is active
On
—
ABS is inactive Off
TCS SIGNAL TCS operationTCS is active
On
—
TCS is inactive Off
VDC SIGNAL VDC operationVDC is active
On
—
VDC is inactive Off
EBD FAIL SIG EBD fail-safe signal In EBD fail safe mode On
—
EBD is normal Off
ABS FAIL SIG ABS fail-safe signal In ABS fail safe mode
On
—
ABS is normal Off
TCS FAIL SIG TCS fail-safe signal In TCS fail safe mode
On
—
TCS is normal Off
VDC FAIL SIG VDC fail-safe signal In VDC fail safe mode On
—
VDC is normal Off
CRANKING SIG Crank operation Crank is active
On
—
Crank is inactive Off
FLUID LEV SW Status of brake fluid
level switchWhen brake fluid level switch
ON
On
BRC-76, "
Brake Fluid
Level Switch System In-
spection"When brake fluid level switch
OFF Off
PARK BRAKE SW Status of parking brake
switchParking brake switch is active On
BRC-79, "
Component In-
spection"Parking brake switch is inactive Off
Monitor item Display content
Data monitor
Note: Error inspection
checklist
Condition Reference value in
normal operation
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Note 1. If wheel sensor 2 for each wheel is indicated, check ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) power
supply voltage in addition to wheel sensor circuit check.
Note 2. If multiple malfunctions are detected including CAN communication line [U1000], perform diagnosis for
CAN communication line first.
DATA MONITOR
Display Item List
USV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1147] Front side VDC switch-over solenoid valve (cut valve) is open or
shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power supply or
ground.
BRC-72, "
Solenoid and
VDC Change-Over Valve
System Inspection"
USV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1148]Rear side VDC switch-over solenoid valve (cut valve) is open or
shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power supply or
ground.
HSV LINE [FL-RR]
[C1149] Front side VDC switch-over solenoid valve (suction valve) is open
or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power supply or
ground.
HSV LINE [FR-RL]
[C1150] Rear side VDC switch-over solenoid valve (suction valve) is open
or shorted, or control line is open or shorted to power supply or
ground.
EMERGENCY BRAKE
[C1153] When ABS actuator and el
ectric unit (control unit) is malfunction-
ing. (Pressure increase is too much or too little) BRC-68, "
ABS/TCS/VDC
Control Unit Inspection"
PNP POS SIG
[C1154]Transmission range switch signal or communication line between
the ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) and TCM is open
or shorted. BRC-78, "Transmission
Range Switch System In-
spection"
BR FLUID LEVEL LOW
[C1155]
Brake fluid level drops or circuit between ABS actuator and elec-
tric unit (control unit) and brake fluid level switch is open or
shorted. BRC-76, "Brake Fluid
Level Switch System In-
spection"
ST ANG SEN COM CIR
[C1156]
CAN communication line or steering angle sensor has generated
an error. BRC-79, "
CAN Commu-
nication System Inspec-
tion"
(Note 2)
VARIANT CODING
[C1170] In case where VARIANT CODING is different. BRC-68, "
ABS/TCS/VDC
Control Unit Inspection"
CAN COMM CIRCUIT
[U1000]• CAN communication line is open or shorted.
• ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) internal malfunction
• Battery voltage for ECM is suddenly interrupted for approxi-
mately 0.5 seconds or more. BRC-79, "
CAN Commu-
nication System Inspec-
tion"
(Note 2)
Self-diagnostic item
Malfunction detecting condition Check system
Item
(Unit) Data monitor item selection
Remarks
ECU INPUT
SIGNALS MAIN
SIGNALS SELECTION
FROM MENU
FR LH SENSOR
(km/h, mph) ××× Wheel speed (km/h, mph) calculated by front LH
wheel sensor signal is displayed.
FR RH SENSOR
(km/h, mph) ××× Wheel speed (km/h, mph) calculated by front RH
wheel sensor signal is displayed.
RR LH SENSOR
(km/h, mph) ×××
Wheel speed (km/h, mph) calculated by rear LH
wheel sensor signal is displayed.
RR RH SENSOR
(km/h, mph) ××× Wheel speed (km/h, mph) calculated by rear RH
wheel sensor signal is displayed.
FR RH IN SOL
(On/Off) —
×× Front RH IN ABS solenoid (On/Off) status is dis-
played.
FR RH OUT SOL
(On/Off) —
×× Front RH OUT ABS solenoid (On/Off) status is
displayed.
FR LH IN SOL
(On/Off) —
×× Front LH IN ABS solenoid (On/Off) status is dis-
played.
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