TM-214
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PRECAUTIONS
General Precautions
INFOID:0000000009464175
• Turn ignition switch OFF an d disconnect the battery cable
from the negative terminal before connecting or disconnect-
ing the CVT assembly harness connector. Because battery
voltage is applied to TCM even if ignition switch is turned
OFF.
• When connecting or disconnect ing pin connectors into or
from TCM, do not damage pin terminals (bend or break).
Check that there are not any bends or breaks on TCM pin ter-
minal, when connect ing pin connectors.
• Perform TCM input/output si gnal inspection and check
whether TCM functions normally or not before replacing TCM.
Refer to TM-251, "Reference Value"
.
• Perform “DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) CONFIRMATION
PROCEDURE”.
If the repair is completed DTC should not be displayed in the
“DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE”.
• Always use the specified brand of CVT fluid. Refer to MA-11, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
• Use lint-free paper not cloth rags during work.
• Dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc. after replacing the CVT fluid.
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PRECAUTIONSTM-215
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On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of CVT and EngineINFOID:0000000009464176
The TCM and ECM have an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to
warn the driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to turn the ignition switch OFF and di sconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal
before any repair or inspection work. The open/s hort circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid
valves, etc. will cause the MIL to light up.
• Be sure to connect and lock the connectors secure ly after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
• Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.
• Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly afte r work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system, etc.
• Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction informa tion (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
Removal and Installation Proc edure for CVT Unit ConnectorINFOID:0000000009464177
REMOVAL
• Rotate bayonet ring counterclockwise. Pull out CVT unit har-
ness connector upward and remove it.
INSTALLATION
1. Align marking on CVT unit harness connector terminal with marking on bayonet ring. Insert CVT unit harness connector.
2. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise.
3. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise until marking on CVT unit har- ness connector terminal body is aligned with the slit on bayo-
net ring as shown in the figure (correctly fitting condition).
CAUTION:
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COMPONENT PARTSTM-219
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*: These components are included in control valve assembly.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : TCMINFOID:0000000009464181
• The vehicle driving status is judged based on the signals from the sensors, switches, and other control units,
and the optimal transaxle control is performed.
• For TCM control items, refer to TM-232, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range SwitchINFOID:0000000009464182
• The transmission range switch is installed to upper part of transaxle case.
• The transmission range switch detects the selector lever position.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed SensorINFOID:0000000009464183
• The primary speed sensor is installed to side cover of transaxle.
• The primary speed sensor detects primary pulley speed.
Combination meter The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
combination meter for judging the driving request from the driver.
• Paddle shift up signal
• Paddle shift down signal
• Vehicle speed signal
The TCM transmits the following signal via CAN communications to the
combination meter.
• Shift position indicator signal
Refer to MWI-6, "METER SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for de-
tailed installation location.
O/D OFF indicator lamp When the ignition switch is pushed to the ON position, the light comes on
for 2 seconds.
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) TM-243, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)"
Shift position indicator TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Shift Position Indicator"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
• ABS operation signal
Refer to BRC-8, "Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation loca-
tion.
BCM Refer to
BCS-4, "BODY CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation location.
Transmission range switch TM-219, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range Switch"
Input speed sensor TM-220, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor"
CVT unit connector —
Primary speed sensor TM-219, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed Sensor"
Output speed sensor TM-220, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor"
Control
valve CVT fluid temperature sensor*
TM-221, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : CVT Fluid Temperature Sensor"
Primary pressure sensor* TM-221, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Sensor"
Secondary pressure sensor* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure Sensor"
Primary pressure solenoid valve* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Secondary pressure solenoid valve* TM-222, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Seco ndary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Select solenoid valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Select Solenoid Valve"
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Torq
ue Converter Clutch Solenoid
Va l v e "
Line pressure solenoid valve* TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Paddle shifter TM-223, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Paddle Shifter"
No. Component Function
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TM-230
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STRUCTURE AND OPERATION
FLUID COOLER & FLUID WARMER SYSTEM : System Description
INFOID:0000000009464202
CVT FLUID COOLER SCHEMATIC
COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
CVT Oil Warmer
• The CVT oil warmer (1) is installed on the front part of transaxle
assembly.
• When engine is started while engine and CVT are cold, engine coolant temperature rises more quickly than CVT fluid tempera-
ture. CVT oil warmer is provided with two circuits for CVT and
engine coolant respectively so that warmed engine coolant warms
CVT quickly. This helps shorten CVT warming up time, improving
fuel economy.
• A cooling effect is obtained when CVT fluid temperature is high.
Heater Thermostat
• The heater thermostat (1) is insta lled on the front part of transaxle
assembly.
• The heater thermostat open and close with set temperature.
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM
SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM : System DescriptionINFOID:0000000009464203
The shift lever cannot be shifted from the “P” positi on unless the brake pedal is depressed while the ignition
switch is set to ON. The shift lock is unlocked by turn ing the shift lock solenoid ON when the ignition switch is
set to ON, the park position switch is turned ON (selec tor lever is in “P” position), and the stop lamp switch is
turned ON (brake pedal is depressed) as shown in the oper ation chart in the figure. Therefore, the shift lock
solenoid receives no ON signal and the shift lock remains locked if all of the above conditions are not fulfilled.
However, selector operation is allowed if the shift lock release button is pressed.
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STRUCTURE AND OPERATIONTM-231
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SHIFT LOCK OPERATION AT “P” POSITION
When Brake Pedal Is Not Depressed (No Selector Operation Allowed)
The shift lock solenoid (A) is turned OFF (not energized) and the
solenoid rod (B) is extended with the spring when the brake pedal is
not depressed (no selector operation allowed) with the ignition
switch ON.
The connecting lock lever (C) is located at the position shown in the
figure when the solenoid rod is extended. It prevents the movement
of the detent rod (D). For these r easons, the selector lever cannot be
shifted from the “P” position.
When Brake Pedal Is Depressed (Shift Operation Allowed)
The shift lock solenoid (A) is turned ON (energized) when the brake
pedal is depressed with the ignition switch ON. The solenoid rod (B)
is compressed by the electromagnetic force. The connecting lock
lever (C) rotates when the solenoid is activated. Therefore, the
detent rod (D) can be moved. For t hese reasons, the selector lever
can be shifted to other positions.
“P” POSITION HOLD MECHANISM (IGNITION SWITCH LOCK)
The shift lock solenoid (A) is not energized when the ignition switch
is in any position other than ON. In this condition, the shift mecha-
nism is locked and “P” position is held. The operation cannot be per-
formed from “P” position if the brake pedal is depressed with the
ignition switch ON when the operation system of shift lock solenoid is
malfunctioning. However, the lock lever (B) is forcibly rotated and the
shift lock is released when the shift lock release button (C) is
pressed from above. Then the sele ctor operation from “P” position
can be performed.
CAUTION:
Use the shift lock release button only when the selector lever canno t be operated even if the brake
pedal is depressed with the ignition switch ON.
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)TM-243
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : 1 Tr ip Detection Diagnosis and 2 Trip Detection Diagno-
sis
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NOTE:
“Start the engine and turn OFF the ignition switch after warm-up.” This is defined as 1 trip.
1 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS
When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorize s DTC. In these diagnoses, some illuminate MIL and
some do not. Refer to TM-263, "DTC Index"
.
2 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS
When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorizes DTC of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this stage. <1
trip>
If the same malfunction is detected again in next drivi ng, TCM memorizes DTC. When DTC is memorized, MIL
lights. <2 trip>
“Trip” of the “2 trip detection diagnosis” indicates the driving mode that executes self-diagnosis during driving.
×: Check possible —: Check not possible
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : DTC and DTC of 1st TripINFOID:0000000009464214
2 TRIP DETECTION DIAGNOSIS THAT ILLUMINATES MIL
• The DTC number of the 1st trip is the same as the DTC number.
• When a malfunction is detected at the 1st trip, TCM memo rizes DTC of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this
stage. If the same malfunction is not detected at t he 2nd trip (conforming to necessary driving conditions),
DTC at the 1st trip is erased from TCM. If the same malfunction is detected at the 2nd trip, TCM memorizes
DTC and MIL lights at the same time.
• The DTC of the 1st trip is specified in Service $01 of SAE J1979/ISO 15031-5. Since detection of DTC at the
1st trip does not illuminate MIL, warning for a problem is not given to a driver.
• For procedure to delete DTC and 1st trip DTC from TCM, refer to TM-245, "CONSULT Function"
.
• If DTC of the 1st trip is detected, it is necessary to check the cause according to the “Diagnosis flow”. Refer
to TM-279, "Work Flow"
.
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malf unction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000009464215
• TCM not only detects DTC, but also sends the MI L signal to ECM through CAN communication. ECM sends
the MIL signal to the combination meter through CAN communication according to the signal, and illumi-
nates MIL.
• For malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) description, refer to EC-598, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunc-
tion Indicator Lamp (MIL)".
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Counter SystemINFOID:0000000009464216
RELATION BETWEEN DTC AT 1ST TRIP/DTC/MIL AND DRIVING CONDITIONS (FOR 2 TRIP DE-
TECTION DIAGNOSIS THAT ILLUMINATES MIL)
• When initial malfunction is detected, TCM memorizes DT C of the 1st trip. MIL does not light at this stage.
• If the same malfunction is detect ed at the 2nd trip, TCM memorizes DTC and MIL lights at the same time.
• Then, MIL goes after driving the vehicle for 3 tr ips under “Driving condition B” without malfunction.
• DTC is displayed until 40 trips of “Driving condition A” are satisfied without detecting the same malfunction.
DTC is erased when 40 trips are satisfied.
Item DTC at the 1st trip DTC MIL
Display at the 1st trip Display at the
2nd trip Display at the
1st trip Display at the
2nd trip Illumination at
the 1st trip Illumination at
the 2nd trip
1 trip detection diagnosis
(Refer to TM-263, "DTC Index"
) ——
×— ×—
2 trip detection diagnosis
(Refer to TM-263, "DTC Index"
) ×
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TM-244
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)
• When the self-diagnosis result is acceptable at the 2nd
trip (conforming to driving condition B), DTC of the
1st trip is erased.
COUNTER SYSTEM LIST
DRIVING CONDITION
Driving condition A
Driving condition A is the driving condition that provides warm-up.
In specific, count-up is performed when all of the following conditions are satisfied.
• Engine speed is 400 rpm or more.
• After start of the engine, the water temperature increased by 20 °C (36 °F) or more.
• Water temperature was 70 °C (158 °F) or more.
• The ignition switch was changed from ON to OFF.
NOTE:
• If the same malfunction is detected regardless of the driving condition, reset the A counter.
• When the above is satisfied without detecting t he same malfunction, count up the A counter.
• When MIL goes off due to the malfunction and the A counter reaches 40, the DTC is erased.
Driving condition B
Driving condition B is the driving condition that performs all diagnoses once.
In specific, count-up is performed when all of the following conditions are satisfied.
• Engine speed is 400 rpm or more.
• Water temperature was 70 °C (158 °F) or more.
• In closed loop control, vehicle speed of 70 – 120 km/h (43 – 75 MPH) continued for 60 seconds or more.
• In closed loop control, vehicle speed of 30 – 60 km/h (19 – 37 MPH) continued for 10 seconds or more.
• In closed loop control, vehicle speed of 4 km/h (2 MPH) or less and idle determination ON continued for 12
seconds or more.
• After start of the engine, 22 minutes or more have passed.
• The condition that the vehicle speed is 10 km/h (6 MPH) or more continued for 10 seconds or more in total.
• The ignition switch was changed from ON to OFF.
NOTE:
• If the same malfunction is detected regardless of the driving condition, reset the B counter.
• When the above is satisfied without detecting t he same malfunction, count up the B counter.
• When the B counter reaches 3 wit hout malfunction, MIL goes off.
• When the B counter is counted once without detecting the same malfunction after TCM memorizes DTC of
the 1st trip, DTC of the 1st trip is erased.
Item Driving condition Trip
MIL (OFF) B 3
DTC (clear) A 40
DTC at 1st trip (clear) B 1
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (TCM)TM-245
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TIME CHART
CONSULT FunctionINFOID:0000000009464217
CAUTION:
After disconnecting the CONSULT vehicle interface (VI) from the data link connector, the ignition must
be cycled OFF → ON (for at least 5 seconds) → OFF. If this step is not performed, the BCM may not go
to ”sleep mode”, potentiall y causing a discharged battery and a no-start condition.
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