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Inspection Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Toyota Sienna. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. CHECK SPEAKERS 
    1. Check the speaker installation conditions.
      1. Check that each speaker is securely installed.

      OK: Each speaker is securely installed. 

    HINT:

    The radio is equipped with a noise prevention system that blocks excessively loud noise. If such noise occurs, check that all wiring is proper and that the antenna installation part ground and noise-prevention equipment are installed.

    NOISE TYPE AND CONDITIONS

    Conditions Under Which Noise Occurs Noise Type
    Noise increases when the accelerator pedal is depressed, but stops when the engine is stopped. Generator noise
    Noise occurs during A/C or heater operation. Blower motor noise
    Noise occurs when the vehicle accelerates rapidly on an unpaved road or after the ignition switch is turned on. Fuel pump noise
    Noise occurs when the horn switch is pressed and released or when pressed and held. Horn noise
    Quiet noise occurs while the engine is running, but stops when the engine is stopped. Ignition noise
    Noise occurs synchronously with the blink of the turn signal. Flasher noise
    Noise occurs during window washer operation. Washer noise
    Noise occurs while the engine is running, and continues even after the engine is stopped. Water temperature sensor noise
    Noise occurs during wiper operation. Wiper noise
    Noise occurs when the brake pedal is depressed. Stop light switch noise
    Others Static electricity stored on the vehicle

    HINT:

    • First ensure that the noise is not coming from the outside. Failure to do so makes noise source detection difficult and may lead to a misdiagnosis.
    • Noise should be removed in descending order of loudness.
    1. NG: REINSTALL SPEAKER PROPERLY 
    2. OK: PROCEED TO NEXT CIRCUIT INSPECTION SHOWN  PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE