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Section 917 (Power Door Lock - Diagnostics): Pre-Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Toyota 4Runner. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. USING HAND-HELD TESTER 
    1. Hook up the hand-held tester to the DLC3.
    2. Monitor the ECU data by following the prompts on the tester screen.

    HINT:

    Hand-held tester has a Snapshot function which records the monitored data.

    Refer to the hand-held tester operator's manual for further details.

  2. DTC CLEAR 
    1. The DTCs and freeze frame data will be erased by the hand-held tester to erase the codes.
  3. DATA LIST 

    HINT:

    According to the DATA LIST displayed by the hand-held tester, you can read the value of the switch, sensor, actuator and so on without parts removal. Reading the DATA LIST as a first step of troubleshooting is one of the methods to shorten labor time.

    1. Connect the hand-held tester to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch ON.
    3. According to the display on tester, read the DATA LIST.
    Fig 1: Body ECU Data List Table (1 Of 2)
    G02577876Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    Fig 2: Body ECU Data List Table (2 Of 2)
    G02577877Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    Fig 3: Back Door ECU Data List Table
    G02577878Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  4. ACTIVE TEST 

    HINT:

    Performing the ACTIVE TEST using the hand-held tester allows the relay, VSV, actuator and so on to operate without parts removal. Performing the ACTIVE TEST as a first step of troubleshooting is one of the methods to shorten labor time.

    It is possible to display the DATA LIST during the ACTIVE TEST.

    1. Connect the hand-held tester to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch ON.
    3. According to the display on the tester, perform the ACTIVE TEST.

      Standard (Body ECU): 

      BODY ECU ACTIVE TEST

      Item Test Details Diagnostic Note
      OPN DOR WRN LGT Turn open door warning light ON/OFF (All doors are closed) -
      DOOR LOCK Drive door lock motor at all doors LOCK/OFF -
      DOOR LOCK Drive door lock motor at all doors UNLOCK/OFF -