DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)EC-601
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The length of time the 1,000th-digit numeral flashes on
and off is 1.2 seconds consisting of an ON (0.6-sec-
onds) - OFF (0.6-seconds) cycle.
The 100th-digit numeral and lower digit numerals consis t of a 0.3-seconds ON and 0.3-seconds OFF cycle.
A change from one digit numeral to another occurs at an inte rval of 1.0-second OFF. In other words, the later
numeral appears on the display 1.3 seconds after the former numeral has disappeared.
A change from one trouble code to another occurs at an interval of 1.8-seconds OFF.
In this way, all the detected malfunctions are classi fied by their DTC numbers. The DTC 0000 refers to no mal-
function. Refer to EC-630, "DTC Index"
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How to Erase Self-diagnostic Results
By performing this procedure, ECM memory is erased and the following diagnostic information is erased as
well.
• Diagnostic trouble codes
• 1st trip diagnostic trouble codes
• Freeze frame data
• 1st trip freeze frame data
• System readiness test (SRT) codes
• Test values
NOTE:
Also, if a battery terminal is disconnected, ECM memory is erased and the diagnostic information as listed
above is erased. (The amount of time required for eras ing may vary from a few seconds to several hours.)
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Set ECM in “self-diagnostic results” mode.
6. The diagnostic information has been erased from the backup memory in the ECM. Fully depress the accelerator pedal and keep it depressed for more than 10 seconds.
7. Fully release the accelerator pedal, and confirm the DTC 0000 is displayed.
CONSULT FunctionINFOID:0000000009462541
FUNCTION
*: The following emission-related diagnostic information is cleared when the ECM memory is erased.
• Diagnostic trouble codes
• 1st trip diagnostic trouble codes
• Freeze frame data
• 1st trip freeze frame data
• System readiness test (SRT) codes
• Test values
SELF DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE
Self Diagnostic Item
Regarding items of DTC and 1st trip DTC, refer to EC-630, "DTC Index".
How to Read DTC and 1st Trip DTC
Diagnostic test mode Function
Self Diagnostic Result Self-diagnostic results such as 1st trip DTC, DTCs and 1st trip freeze frame data or freeze frame data
can be read and erased quickly.
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Data Monitor Input/Output data in the ECM can be read.
Work support This mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more accurately by following the in-
dications on the CONSULT unit.
Active Test Diagnostic Test Mode in which CONSULT drives some actuators apart from the ECMs and also shifts
some parameters in a specified range.
ECU Identification ECM part number can be read.
DTC Work Support The status of system monitoring tests and the self-diagnosis status/results can be confirmed.
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EC-602
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
DTCs and 1st trip DTCs related to the malf
unction are displayed in “self-diag results”.
• When ECM detects a 1st trip DTC, 1t” is displayed for “TIME”.
• When ECM has detected a current DTC, “0” is displayed for “TIME”.
• If “TIME” is neither “0” nor “1t”, the DTC occurred in the past and ECM shows the number of times the vehi-
cle has been driven since the last detection of the DTC.
How to Erase DTC and 1st Trip DTC
NOTE:
• If the ignition switch stays ON after repair work, be su re to turn ignition switch OFF once. Wait at least 10
seconds and then turn it ON (engine stopped) again.
• If the DTC is not for A/T related items (see EC-630, "DTC Index"
), skip step 1.
1. Select “ENGINE” with CONSULT.
2. Select “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
3. Touch “ERASE”. (DTC in ECM will be erased.)
Freeze Frame Data and 1st Trip Freeze Frame Data
*: The items are the same as those of 1st trip freeze frame data.
DATA MONITOR MODE
NOTE:
• The following table includes information (items) inapplicable to this vehicle. For information (items) applica- ble to this vehicle, refer to CONSULT display items.
• For reference values of the following items, refer to EC-613, "Reference Value"
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Monitored Item
Freeze frame data item* Description
DIAG TROUBLE CODE
[PXXXX] The engine control co
mponent part/control system has a trouble code that is displayed as PXXXX. (Refer
to EC-630, "DTC Index"
.)
FUEL SYS-B1 • “Fuel injection system status” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. • One of the following mode is displayed.Mode2: Open loop due to detected system malfunction
Mode3: Open loop due to driving conditions (power enrichment, deceleration enleanment)
Mode4: Closed loop - using oxygen sensor(s) as feedback for fuel control
Mode5: Open loop - has not yet satisfied condition to go to closed loop
FUEL SYS-B2
COMBUST CONDITION These items are displayed but are not applicable to this model.
CAL/LD VALUE [%] The calculated load value at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
COOLANT TEMP [ °C] or
[ ° F] The engine coolant temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
L-FUEL TRM-B1 [%] • “Long-term fuel trim” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. • The long-term fuel trim indicates much more gradual feedback compensation to the base fuel schedule than short-term fuel trim.
L-FUEL TRM-B2 [%]
S-FUEL TRM-B1 [%] • “Short-term fuel trim” at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed. • The short-term fuel trim indicates dynamic or instantaneous feedback compensation to the base fuel schedule.
S-FUEL TRM-B2 [%]
ENGINE SPEED [rpm] The engine sp eed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
VEHICL SPEED
[km/h] or [mph] The vehicle speed at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
INT MANI PRES [kPa] These items are displayed but are not applicable to this model.
ABSOL TH·P/S [%] The throttle valve opening angle at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
B/FUEL SCHDL [msec] The base fuel schedule at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
INT/A TEMP SE [ °C] or
[ ° F] The intake air temperature at the moment a malfunction is detected is displayed.
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
EVAP SYS PRES VThe signal voltage of EVAP control
system pressure sensor is dis-
played.
FUEL LEVEL SE V ×The signal voltage of the fuel level
sensor is displayed.
START SIGNAL On/Off Indicates start signal status [On/Off]
computed by the ECM according to
the signals of engine speed and bat-
tery voltage. After starting the engine, [Off] is dis-
played regardless of the starter sig-
nal.
CLSD THL POS On/Off ××Indicates idle position [On/Off] com-
puted by ECM according to the ac-
celerator pedal position sensor
signal.
AIR COND SIG On/Off ××Indicates [On/Off] condition of the air
conditioner switch as determined by
the air conditioner signal.
PW/ST SIGNAL On/Off ××[On/Off] condition of the power
steering system (determined by the
signal voltage of the power steering
pressure sensor) is indicated.
LOAD SIGNAL On/Off ××Indicates [On/Off] condition from the
electrical load signal.
• On: Rear window defogger switch
is ON and/or lighting switch is in
2nd position.
• Off: Both rear window defogger
switch and lighting switch are
OFF.
IGNITION SW On/Off ××Indicates [On/Off] condition from ig-
nition switch signal.
HEATER FAN SW On/Off ×Indicates [On/Off] condition from the
heater fan switch signal.
BRAKE SW On/Off Indicates [On/Off] condition from the
stop lamp switch signal.
INJ PULSE-B1 msec Indicates the actual fuel injection
pulse width compensated by ECM
according to the input signals. When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain computed value is indicated.
INJ PULSE-B2
IGN TIMING BTDC ×Indicates the ignition timing comput-
ed by ECM according to the input
signals. When the engine is stopped, a cer-
tain value is indicated.
CAL/LD VALUE % “Calculated load value” indicates the
value of the current air flow divided
by peak air flow.
MASS AIRFLOW g/s Indicates the mass air flow comput-
ed by ECM according to the signal
voltage of the mass air flow sensor.
PURG VOL C/V % • Indicates the EVAP canister purge
volume control solenoid valve
control value computed by the
ECM according to the input sig-
nals.
• The opening becomes larger as the value increases.
Monitored item Unit
Monitor Item Selec-
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Description Remarks
ECU IN-
PUT SIG- NALS MAIN-
SIG-
NALS
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
*: This function is not necessary in the usual service procedure.
ACTIVE TEST MODE
Test Item
WORK ITEM CONDITION USAGE
IDLE AIR VOL LEARN The idle air volume that keeps the engine within the specified range is memorized in ecm. When learning the idle air volume
EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE Close the EVAP canister vent control valve in order to make
EVAP system close under the following conditions.
• Ignition switch ON
• Engine not running
• Ambient temperature is above 0 °C (32 °F).
• No vacuum and no high pressure in EVAP system
• Fuel tank temperature is more than 0 °C (32 °F).
• Within 10 minutes after starting “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE”
• When trying to execute “EVAP SYSTEM CLOSE” under
the condition except above, CONSULT will discontinue it
and display appropriate instruction.
NOTE:
When starting engine, CONSULT may display “BAT-
TERY VOLTAGE IS LOW. CHARGE BATTERY”, even in
using charged battery. When detecting EVAP vapor leak-
age in the EVAP system
FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE Fuel pu mp will stop by touching “START” during idling.
crank a few times after engine stalls. When releasing fuel pressure from
fuel line
SELF-LEARNING CONT The coefficient of self-learning control mixture ratio returns to the original coefficient. When clearing mixture ratio self-
learning value
TARGET IGN TIM ADJ* Idle condition When adjusting target ignition tim- ing
TARGET IDLE RPM ADJ* Idle condition When setting target idle speed
VIN REGISTRATION In this mode, VIN is registered in ECM When registering VIN in ECM
CLSD THL POS LEARN Ignition on and engine stopped. When learning the throttle valve
closed position
SAVING DATA FOR REPLC CPU In this mode, save data that is in ECM. When ECM replaced.
WRITING DATA FOR REPLC CPU In this mode, write data stored by “SAVING DATA FOR RE-
PLC CPU” in work support mode to ECM. When ECM replaced.
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
FUEL INJEC-
TION • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change the amount of fuel injec- tion using CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Fuel injector
• Air fuel ratio (A/F) sensor 1
ENG COOLANT
TEMP • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change the engine coolant tem- perature using CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Engine coolant temperature sen-
sor
• Fuel injector
PURG VOL
CONT/V • Engine: After warming up, run en-
gine at 1,500 rpm.
• Change the EVAP canister purge volume control solenoid valve
opening percent using CON-
SULT. Engine speed changes according to
the opening percent. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
FUEL/T TEMP
SEN • Change the fuel tank temperature using CONSULT.
ALTERNATOR
DUTY •Engine: Idle
• Change duty ratio using CON-
SULT. Battery voltage changes.
• Harness and connectors
• IPDM E/R
•Alternator
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*: Leaving cooling fan OFF with CONSULT while engine is running may cause the engine to overheat.
DTC WORK SUPPORT MODE
Test Item
FUEL PUMP RE-
LAY • Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)
• Turn the fuel pump relay “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and
listen to operating sound. Fuel pump relay makes the operat-
ing sound. • Harness and connectors
• Fuel pump relay
VIAS S/V-1 • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and listen
to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes the operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
ENGINE
MOUNTING • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn electronic controlled engine mount “IDLE” and “TRVL” with
CONSULT. Electronic controlled engine mount
makes the operating sound. • Harness and connectors
• Electronic controlled engine mount
VIAS S/V-2 • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” using CONSULT and listen
to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes the operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
IGNITION TIM-
ING • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Timing light: Set
• Retard the ignition timing using
CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. Perform Idle Air Volume Learning.
POWER BAL-
ANCE • Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine.
• A/C switch OFF
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Cut off each injector signal one at a time using CONSULT. Engine runs rough or stops. • Harness and connectors
• Compression
• Fuel injector
• Power transistor
•Spark plug
• Ignition coil
VENT CON-
TROL/V • Ignition switch: ON (Engine
stopped)
• Turn solenoid valve “ON” and “OFF” with the CONSULT and lis-
ten to operating sound. Solenoid valve makes an operating
sound. • Harness and connectors
• Solenoid valve
V/T ASSIGN AN-
GLE • Engine: Return to the original
non-standard condition
• Change intake valve timing using
CONSULT. If malfunctioning symptom disap-
pears, see CHECK ITEM. • Harness and connectors
• Intake valve timing control sole- noid valve
COOLING FAN* • Ignition switch: ON
• Turn the cooling fan “HI”, “MID”, “LOW” and “OFF” using CON-
SULT. Cooling fan moves and stops.
• Harness and connectors
• Cooling fan motor
•IPDM E/R
TEST ITEM CONDITION JUDGMENT CHECK ITEM (REMEDY)
Test mode Test item Corresponding DTC No. Reference page
A/F SEN1 A/F SEN1(B1) P1276 P0130
EC-753
A/F SEN1(B2) P1286 P0150EC-753
EVAPORATIVE SYSTEMPURG FLOW P0441 P0441
EC-828PURG VOL CN/V P1444 P0443EC-833
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DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
SRT & P-DTC MODE
SRT STATUS Mode
• For items whose SRT codes are set, “CMPLT” is
displayed on the CONSULT screen; for items whose SRT
codes are not set, “INCMP” is displayed.
• “SRT STATUS” provides the presence or absenc e of permanent DTCs stored in ECM memory.
PERMANENT DTC STATUS Mode
How to display permanent DTC status
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF and wait at least 10 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON.
5. Select “PERMANENT DTC ST ATUS” in “DTC & SRT CONFIRMATION” mode with CONSULT.
NOTE:
Permanent DTCs stored in ECM memory are display ed on the CONSULT screen to show if a driving pat-
tern required for erasing permanent DTCs is complete (CMPLT) or incomplete (INCMP).
CAUTION:
Since the “PERMANENT DTC STATUS” screen displ ays the previous trip information, repeat the
following twice to update the in formation: “Ignition switch OFF” , “Wait for more than 10 seconds”
and “Ignition switch ON”.
NOTE:
This mode is not used in regions that permanent DTCs are not regulated by law.
SRT WORK SUPPORT Mode
This mode enables a technician to drive a vehicle to set the SRT while monitoring the SRT status.
PERMANENT DTC WORK SUPPORT Mode
This mode enables a technician to drive a vehicle to comp lete the driving pattern that is required for erasing
permanent DTC.
NOTE:
This mode is not used in regions that permanent DTCs are not regulated by law.
HO2S2HO2S2(B1) P1146 P0138
EC-768
HO2S2(B1) P1147 P0137EC-763
HO2S2(B1) P0139 P0139EC-775
HO2S2(B2) P1166 P0158EC-768
HO2S2(B2) P1167 P0157EC-763
HO2S2(B2) P0159 P0159EC-775
Test mode Test item Corresponding DTC No. Reference page
JSBIA0062GB
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Reference ValueINFOID:0000000009462542
VALUES ON THE DIAGNOSIS TOOL
NOTE:
• The following table includes information (items) inapplicable to this vehicle. For information (items) applica- ble to this vehicle, refer to CONSULT display items.
• Numerical values in the following table are reference values.
• These values are input/output values that ECM receiv es/transmits and may differ from actual operations.
Example: The ignition timing shown by the timing light may differ from the ignition timing displayed on the
data monitor.
This occurs because the timing light shows a value calculated by ECM according to signals received from
the camshaft position sensor and other sensors related to ignition timing.
• For outlines of following items, refer to EC-601, "CONSULT Function"
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Monitor Item Condition Values/Status
ENG SPEED Run engine and compare CONSULT value with the tachometer indication.Almost the same speed as
the tachometer indication.
MAS A/F SE-B1 See EC-701, "Description"
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B/FUEL SCHDL See EC-701, "Description"
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A/F ALPHA-B1 See EC-701, "Description"
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A/F ALPHA-B2 See EC-701, "Description"
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COOLAN TEMP/S Engine: After warming up More than 70 °C (158 °F)
A/F SEN1 (B1) Engine: After warming up Maintaining engine speed at 2,000 rpm Fluctuates around 2.2 V
A/F SEN1 (B2) Engine: After warming up Maintaining engine speed at 2,000 rpm Fluctuates around 2.2 V
HO2S2 (B1) Revving engine from idle to 3,000 rpm quickly after the following conditions are
met.
• Engine: After warming up
• After keeping engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute and at idle for 1 minute under no load 0 - 0.3 V
←→ Approx. 0.6 -
1.0 V
HO2S2 (B2) Revving engine from idle to 3,000 rpm quickly after the following conditions are
met.
• Engine: After warming up
• After keeping engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute and at
idle for 1 minute under no load 0 - 0.3 V
←→ Approx. 0.6 -
1.0 V
HO2S2 MNTR(B1) Revving engine from idle to 3,000 rpm quickly after the following conditions are
met.
• Engine: After warming up
• After keeping engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute and at idle for 1 minute under no load LEAN
←→ RICH
HO2S2 MNTR(B2) Revving engine from idle to 3,000 rpm quickly after the following conditions are
met.
• Engine: After warming up
• After keeping engine speed between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm for 1 minute and at idle for 1 minute under no load LEAN
←→ RICH
VHCL SPEED SE Turn drive wheels and compare CONSULT value with the speedometer indica-
tion. Almost the same speed as
speedometer indication
BATTERY VOLT Ignition switch: ON (Engine stopped) 11 - 14 V
ACCEL SEN 1 Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped) Accelerator pedal: Fully released 0.5 - 1.0 V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed 4.2 - 4.8 V
ACCEL SEN 2*
1Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped) Accelerator pedal: Fully released 0.5 - 1.0 V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed 4.2 - 4.8 V
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TP SEN 1-B1• Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped)
• Selector lever: D position Accelerator pedal: Fully re
leased More than 0.36 V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Less than 4.75 V
TP SEN 2-B1*
1• Ignition switch: ON (Engine stopped)
• Selector lever: D position Accelerator pedal: Fully re
leased More than 0.36 V
Accelerator pedal: Fully depressed Less than 4.75 V
FUEL T/TMP SE Ignition switch: ON Indicates fuel tank tempera-
ture
EVAP SYS PRES Ignition switch: ON Approx. 1.8 - 4.8 V
FUEL LEVEL SE Ignition switch: ON Depending on fuel level of
fuel tank
START SIGNAL Ignition switch: ON → START → ON Off → On → Off
CLSD THL POS Ignition switch: ON
(Engine stopped) Accelerator pedal:
Fully released On
Accelerator pedal: Slightly depressed Off
AIR COND SIG Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine Air conditioner switch: OFF Off
Air conditioner switch: ON
(Compressor operates.) On
PW/ST SIGNAL Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine Steering wheel: Not being turned Off
Steering wheel: Being turned On
LOAD SIGNAL Ignition switch: ON Rear window defogger switch: ON
and/or
Lighting switch: 2nd position On
Rear window defogger switch and lighting
switch: OFF Off
IGNITION SW Ignition switch: ON → OFF → ON On → Off → On
HEATER FAN SW Engine: After warming up, idle the
engine Heater fan switch: ON On
Heater fan switch: OFF Off
BRAKE SW Ignition switch: ON Brake pedal: Fully released Off
Brake pedal: Slightly depressed On
INJ PULSE-B1 • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle 2.0 - 3.0 msec
2,000 rpm 1.9 - 2.9 msec
INJ PULSE-B2 • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle 2.0 - 3.0 msec
2,000 rpm 1.9 - 2.9 msec
IGN TIMING • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle 7 - 17
°BTDC
2,000 rpm 25 - 45 °BTDC
CAL/LD VALUE • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle 5 - 35%
2,500 rpm 5 - 35%
MASS AIRFLOW • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle 2.0 - 6.0 g/s
2,500 rpm 7.0 - 20.0 g/s
PURG VOL C/V • Engine: After warming up
• Selector lever: P or N position
• Air conditioner switch: OFF
•No load Idle
(Accelerator pedal: Not depressed even
slightly, after engine starting.) 0%
2,000 rpm —
Monitor Item Condition Values/Status
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