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Section 548 (Power Door Lock Control System - Diagnostics): Pre-Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Highlander. 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 OBD II scan tool or 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 method to shorten the labor time.

    1. Connect the OBD II scan tool or hand-held tester to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch ON.
    3. According to the display on tester, read the "DATA LIST".

      Standard (Body ECU):

      STANDARD (BODY ECU)

      Item Measurement Item/Display (Range) Normal Condition
      KEY SW Key unlock warning SW signal/ON or OFF ON: Key is IG key cylinder OFF: Key is not in IG key cylinder