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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM BL-57
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Panic Alarm Operation
When key switch is OFF (when ignition key is not inserted in key cylinder), BCM turns on and off horn and
headlamp intermittently with input of PANIC ALARM signal from key fob.
The alarm automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when BCM receives any signal from key fob.
Panic alarm operation mode can be changed using “PANIC ALARM SET” mode in “WORK SUPPORT”.
Refer to BL-65, "
Work Support" .
For detailed description, refer to BL-180, "
VEHICLE SECURITY (THEFT WARNING) SYSTEM" .
Keyless Power Window Down (Open) Operation
When key fob unlock switch is turned ON with ignition switch OFF, and key fob unlock switch is detected to be
on continuously for 3 seconds, the driver's door and passenger's door power windows are simultaneously
opened.
Power window is operated to open and the operation continues as long as the key fob unlock switch is
pressed.
Keyless power window down operation mode can be changed using “PW DOWN SET” mode in “WORK SUP-
PORT”. Refer to BL-65, "
Work Support"
Room Lamp and Ignition Key Ring Illumination Operation
When the following conditions come:

condition of interior lamp switch is DOOR position;

door switch OFF (when all the doors are closed);
Remote keyless entry system turns on interior lamp (for 30 seconds) with input of UNLOCK signal from key
fob. For detailed description, refer to LT- 1 5 2 , "
INTERIOR ROOM LAMP" .
CAN Communication System DescriptionNIS001MJ
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only.
CAN Communication UnitNIS001MK
Refer to LAN-49, "CAN System Specification Chart" .

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CONSULT-II Function (BCM)NIS001MP
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown following.
*: Refer to LAN-49, "CAN System Specification Chart" .
CONSULT-II INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEMS
Data Monitor
Active Test
BCM diagnosis position Inspection items and diagnosis mode Description
BCM C/U* Self-diagnosis results Carries out the self-diagnosis.
DATA MONITOR Displays the input data to BCM on real-time basis.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR Displays CAN communication system diagnosis, disabled
transmission status, and communication status of each unit
communicated with BCM.
MULTI REMOTE
ENT DATA MONITOR
Displays the input remote keyless entry system data to BCM
on real–time basis.
ACTIVE TEST Gives a drive to a load to check the operation.
WORK SUPPORT Changes the setting for each function.
Monitored Item Description
IGN ON SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ignition switch in ON position.
KEY ON SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of key switch.
ACC ON SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of ignition switch in ACC position.
KEYLESS LOCK Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of lock signal from key fob.
KEYLWSS UNLOCK Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of unlock signal from key fob.
KEYLESS PANIC Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of panic signal from key fob.
KEYLESS TRUNK This is displayed even when it is not equipped.
DOOR SW-DR Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch driver side.
DOOR SW-AS Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of door switch passenger side.
DOOR SW-RR Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of front door switch RH.
DOOR SW-RL Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of door switch LH.
BACK DOOR SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of back door switch.
TRUNK OPN MNTR This is displayed even when it is not equipped.
CDL LOCK SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of lock signal from door lock and unlock switch.
CDL UNLOCK SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of unlock signal from door lock and unlock switch.
RKE LCK-UNLOCK Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of simultaneous signal of lock and unlock from key fob.
RKE KEEP UNLK Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of unlock continuousness signal from key fob.
KEY CYL LK-SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of lock signal from door key cylinder switch.
KEY CYL UN-SW Indicates [ON/OFF] condition of unlock signal from door key cylinder switch.
Test Item Description
FLASHER This test is able to check right hazard reminder operation. The right hazard lamp turns on when “ON” on CONSULT-II screen is touched.
POWER WINDOW DOWN This test is able to check power window open operation.
The front power windows activate for 10 seconds after “ON” on CONSULT-II screen is touched.
HORN This test is able to check panic alarm and horn reminder operations. The horn activate for 0.5 seconds after “ON” on CONSULT-II screen is touched.

INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM BL-89
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Driver side door request switch operation

When door request switch (driver side) is pushed (unlock), driver side door lock actuator is unlocked.
(Selective door unlock function)

When door request switch (driver side) is pushed (unlock) for the second time within 5 seconds after the
first operation, door lock actuators on passenger's and other's doors are unlocked.

Unlock mode can be changed using “WORK SUPPORT” mode in “SELECTIVE UNLOCK FUNCTION”.
Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Passenger side door request switch operation

When door request switch (passenger side) is pushed (unlock), passenger side door lock actuator is
unlocked.

When door request switch (passenger side) is pushed (unlock) for the second time with in 5 seconds after
the first operation, door lock actuators on driver's and other's doors are unlocked.

Unlock mode can be changed using “WORK SUPPORT” mode in “SELECTIVE UNLOCK FUNCTION”.
Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Back door request switch operation

When back door request switch is pushed (unlock), back door lock actuator is unlocked.

When back door request switch is pushed (unlock) for the second time with in 5 seconds after the first
operation, door lock actuators on driver's and passenger's doors are unlocked.

Unlock mode can be changed using “WORK SUPPORT” mode in “SELECTIVE UNLOCK FUNCTION”.
Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Operation Condition
Auto Door Lock Function
After the door request switch in the driver or passenger or back door is operated and the vehicle door is
unlocked, all the doors are automatically locked unless the mechanical key is inserted into the ignition knob,
the ignition knob is pressed, any door request switch is pressed, any one of the doors is opened, or an Intelli-
gent Key remote control button is operated within 30 seconds.
Key Reminder Function
The hazard lamps will flash and the Intelligent Key warning buzzer will sound several times when the door lock
is locked or unlocked by door request switch operation.
When ignition switch ON or any door is opened, key reminder function is not operate.
Intelligent Key Lock-in Prevention Function
When doors are locked using door lock and unlock switch or driver door lock knob while Intelligent key is in
vehicle and doors open, Intelligent Key unit sends door unlock request signal to BCM via CAN communication
to unlock all doors to prevent Intelligent Key from becoming locked in vehicle.
CAUTION:
The above function operates when the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. However, there are cases
that Intelligent Key cannot be detected and this function will not operate when Intelligent Key is on the
instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, or in the glove box. Also, this system sometimes does not operate
if the Intelligent Key is in the door pocket for the open door.
REMOTE CONTROL ENTRY FUNCTIONS
Door Lock Function

Operating a remote controller button on the Intelligent Key sends the Intelligent Key-ID to the Intelligent
Key unit. Intelligent Key unit conducts a verification of the received key-ID, and if the verification is
Request switch operation Operating conditions (When all the conditions below are met)
Door request switch (Driver side)

Closing all doors (door switch: OFF)

The Intelligent Key is in the antenna detection area for the door for which the door
request switch (LOCK) was operated.
Door request switch (passenger side)
Door request switch (back door)
Vehicle operation Hazard lamp Intelligent Key warning buzzer
Door unlock operation Once Once
Door lock operation Twice Twice

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accepted, a door lock or door unlock request signal is sent to BCM via CAN communication to lock/unlock
the door.

When door lock/unlock is performed using Intelligent Key remote controller button operation, operation
confirmation is conducted by making hazard lamps flash and Intelligent Key warning buzzer sound.
OPERATION CONDITION
Door lock/unlock operation is necessary for all doors close.
Map Lamp And Keyhole Illumination Function
When the following conditions come:

condition of map lamp switch is DOOR position;

door switch OFF (when all the doors are closed);
Remote control button of Intelligent Key turns on interior lamp (for 30 seconds) with input of UNLOCK signal
from Intelligent Key.
Panic Alarm Function
When key switch is OFF and ignition knob is not pushed (when mechanical key is not inserted in ignition
knob), BCM turns ON and OFF horn and headlamp intermittently with input of PANIC ALARM signal from
Intelligent Key. The alarm automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when Intelligent Key unit receives any
signal from Intelligent Key.
Panic alarm operation mode can be changed using “WORK SUPPORT” mode in “PANIC ALARM DELAY”.
Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Remote Control Power Window Down (Open) Operation
When Intelligent Key unlock switch is turned ON with ignition switch OFF, and Intelligent Key unlock switch is
detected to be on continuously for 3 seconds, the driver's door and passenger's door power windows are
simultaneously opened.
Power window is operated to open and the operation continues as long as the Intelligent Key unlock switch is
pressed.
Remote control power window down operation mode can be changed using “P/W DOWN DELAY” mode in
“WORK SUPPORT”. Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Key Reminder Function
As an operation verification function, when doors are locked or unlocked using Intelligent Key remote control-
ler button operation, hazard lamps flash and horn sounds.
ENGINE STARTUP FUNCTION
Operation Description

When ignition knob is pressed, Intelligent Key unit sends request signal from inside key antenna, key-ID
verification is conducted with Intelligent Key using two-way communication, and if verification is success-
ful, an ignition rotation prohibition latch release signal is sent to steering lock unit. Steering lock unit
releases ignition knob rotation prohibition latch. (Ignition knob can now be turned.)

When it becomes possible to rotate the ignition knob, “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter lights up
green to notify driver that ignition knob can be turned.
NOTE:
When it becomes impossible to rotate the ignition knob, “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter lights
up red.

When key-ID verification is successful and ignition knob switch is in the ON state, Intelligent Key unit uses
CAN communication to send engine start permission signal to BCM.

When BCM receives engine start permission signal, it uses CAN communication to sent starter request
signal to IPDM E/R so that the engine will start when ignition knob is rotated to START position.
Operation Range
Engine can be started when Intelligent Key is in the vehicle. However, sometimes engine might not start when
Intelligent Key is on instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, or in glove box.
Vehicle operation Hazard lamp Horn
Door unlocking operation Once —
Door locking operation Twice Once

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CHANGE SETTINGS FUNCTION
The settings for each function can be changed with the CONSULT-II or Intelligent Key operation.
Changing Settings With the Intelligent Key
Intelligent Key remote controller button and door request switch operations change the engine startup function
settings (startup enabled/disabled) for each Intelligent Key independently.
Settings Change Procedure
1. With the ignition switch is in the LOCK position (ignition knob not pressed), hold down both the LOCK and UNLOCK remote control buttons on the Intelligent Key at the same time for at least 10 seconds (The yard-
stick is that the Intelligent Key LED flashes 20 times.)
2. Within 5 seconds of releasing the Intelligent Key remote controller buttons, press the driver door request switch.
3. The KEY warning lamp in combination meter lights up for 3 seconds (engine starting enabled → starting
disabled: lights up red, engine starting disabled → flashes green). This completes the settings change.
Changing Settings Using CONSULT-II
The settings for the Intelligent Key system functions can be changed using CONSULT-II (WORK SUPPORT).
Refer to BL-116, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
Changing Settings Using Display Unit
The settings of the Intelligent Key system can be changed, using CONSULT-II, display unit, Intelligent Key and
door request switch in the center of the instrument panel.
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
INTELLIGENT KEY REGISTRATION
Intelligent Key-ID registration is executed using the CONSULT-II. Up to 4 can be registered.
CAUTION:

After a new Intelligent Key-ID is registered, be sure to check the function.

When registering an additional Intelligent Key-ID, take any Intelligent Keys already registered and
Intelligent Keys for any other vehicles out of the vehicle before starting.
CONSULT-II can be used to check and delete Intelligent Key-IDs.
For future information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
STEERING LOCK UNIT REGISTRATION
Steering Lock Unit ID Registration
CAUTION:

The method for registering a steering lock unit ID depends on the status of the steering lock unit
and Intelligent Key unit (new or old unit).

After registration is completed, press ignition knob with a portable unit in the vehicle so that it can
be rotated, and confirm that it cannot be rotated even when ignition switch is pressed without a
portable unit in the vehicle.
For further information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
Setting item Description
Intelligent Key Lock Response-Sound The sound pattern of the Intelligent Key operation can be set as desired. (Setting value:
OFF, Beeper or Horn chirp)
Intelligent Key Unlock Response-Beep
Sound The beep sound when unlocking door with the Intelligent Key operation can be turned ON
or OFF.
Intelligent Key Engine Start Function This function can be performed to ON or OFF.
Intelligent Key Lock/Unlock Function The door handle request switch lock/unlock operation with the Intelligent Key can be can-
celed or activated.
Return All Settings to Default The all settings made by VEHICLE ELECTRONICS will return to default.

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CONSULT-II Functions (INTELLIGENT KEY)NIS001NG

CONSULT-II has display and inspection functions for work support, self-diagnosis, data monitor, and con-
trol unit part number by combining data reception and command transmission via communication lines
from the Intelligent Key unit.
CONSULT-II Start ProcedureNIS001NH
Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
CONSULT-II Application ItemsNIS001NI
WORK SUPPORT
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Part to be diagnosed Inspection Item, Diagnosis Mode Description
Intelligent Key WORK SUPPORT

Performs Intelligent Key-ID registration, check, and deletion.

Performs steering lock unit ID registration.

Changes settings for each function (ON/OFF).
SELF-DIAG RESULTS Intelligent Key unit performs CAN communication diagnosis.
DATA MONITOR Displays Intelligent Key unit input data in real time.
CAN DIAG SUPPORT MNTR The results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can
be read.
ACTIVE TEST Sends drive signals door lock actuator, buzzer or combination meter
to perform operation check.
ECU PART NUMBER Displays Intelligent Key unit part No.
Monitor item Description
CONFIRM KEY FOB ID The Intelligent Key ID can be confirmed.
TAKE OUT FROM WINDOW WARN The condition of Intelligent Key warning function can be changed.
LOW BATT OF KEY FOB WARN The condition of low battery warning function can be changed.
I-KEY FUNCTION The condition of Intelligent Key's function can be changed.
ANSWER BACK FUNCTION The condition of answer back function can be changed.
HORN WITH KEYLESS LOCK The condition of key reminder function can be set.
SELECTIVE UNLOCK FUNCTION The condition of selective unlock function can be changed.
HAZARD ANSWER BACK The condition of key reminder function can be set.
ANSWER BACK WITH I-KEY LOCK The condition of key reminder function (LOCK) can be changed.
ANSWER BACK WITH I-KEY UNLOCK The condition of key reminder function (UNLOCK) can be changed.
AUTO RELOCK TIMER This mode is able confirm and changed auto door lock function operation time
setting.
PANIC ALARM DELAY This mode is able to confirm and change panic alarm function operation delay
time setting.
P/W DOWN DELAY This mode is able to confirm and change remote window open function.
ENGINE START BY I-KEY This mode is able to confirm and change start function ON - OFF setting.
LOCK/UNLOCK BY I-KEY The condition of lock/unlock function can be set.
LUG ROOM ENGINE START This mode is able to confirm and change operation range.
Self-diag results Description Diagnosis procedure Reference page
CAN COMM
[U1000] Malfunction is detected in CAN communication. Check CAN communication system.
BL-124
STRG COMM1
[B2013] Malfunction is detected in communication of
Intelligent Key unit and steering lock unit. Check steering lock unit.
BL-139
STRG COMM2
[B2014] Malfunction is detected in communication of
Intelligent Key unit and steering lock unit. Check steering lock unit.
BL-139

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Terminals and Reference Value for IPDM E/RNIS001P9
CONSULT-II Function (BCM)NIS001PA
CAUTION:
CONSULT-II is used with no connection of CONSULT-II CONVERTER, malfunction might be detected in
self-diagnosis depending on control unit with carry out CAN communication.
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test modes shown.
CONSULT-II START PROCEDURE
Refer to GI-38, "CONSULT-II Start Procedure" .
CONSULT-II APPLICATION ITEM
Work Support
62 W Front door switch
driver side signal Input ON (Open)
→ OFF (Closed) 0 → Battery voltage
63 P Rear door (LH) switch sig-
nal Input ON (Open)
→ OFF (Closed) 0 → Battery voltage
Terminal Wire color Item
Signal
Input/
output Condition
Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
Terminal Wire color Item Signal
Input/
output Condition
Voltage (V)
(Approx.)
20 LG Headlamp low (RH) Output Lighting switch 2ND position
ON → OFF Battery voltage
→ 0
27 BR Headlamp high (RH) Output Lighting switch HIGH or PASS
position
ON → OFF Battery voltage
→ 0
28 SB Headlamp high (LH) Output Lighting switch HIGH or PASS
position
ON → OFF Battery voltage
→ 0
30 GY Headlamp low (LH) Output Lighting switch 2ND position
ON → OFF Battery voltage
→ 0
38 B Ground (power) — — 0
48 L CAN-H Input/
Output ——
49 R CAN-L Input/
Output ——
51 SB Horn relay control signal Output Panic alarm is operating 0
Other than above Battery voltage
56 LG Hood switch signal Input ON (Open) → OFF (closed) 0 → Battery voltage
60 B Ground (signal) — — 0
BCM diagnosis test item Check item diagnosis test mode Content
Theft alm WORK SUPPORT Change setting of each function.
DATA MONITOR Displays the input data of BCM real time. ACTIVE TEST Gives a drive signal to a load to check the operation.
Test Item Description
SECURITY ALARM SET This mode is able to confirm and change security alarm ON-OFF setting.
THEFT ALM TRG The switch which triggered vehicle security alarm is recorded. This mode is able to confirm and
erase the record of vehicle security alarm. The trigger data can be erased by touching “CLEAR”
on CONSULT-II screen.

BRAKE BOOSTER BR-15
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BRAKE BOOSTERPFP:47200
On-Vehicle ServiceNFS000M5
OPERATING CHECK
With engine stopped, change the vacuum to the atmospheric pres-
sure by depressing brake pedal several times. Then with brake
pedal fully depressed, start engine and when the vacuum pressure
reaches the standard, make sure the clearance between brake pedal
and floor panel decreases.
CAUTION:
Depressing pedal interval is approximately 5 seconds.
AIRTIGHT CHECK

Run engine at idle for approximately 1 minute, and stop it after
applying vacuum to booster. Depress brake pedal normally to
change the vacuum to the atmospheric pressure. Make sure dis-
tance between brake pedal and floor panel gradually increases.

Depress brake pedal while engine is running, and stop engine
with pedal depressed. The pedal stroke should not change after
holding pedal down for 30 seconds.
CAUTION:
Depressing brake pedal is interval is approximately at intervals
5 seconds.
ComponentsNFS000OB
BRA0037D
SBR365AA
1. Reservoir tank 2. Master cylinder 3. Gasket
4. Brake booster
Refer to GI-11, "
Components" , for the symbols in the figure.
PFIA0817E

BRC-4
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
PRECAUTIONS
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If there is a radio, antenna, or antenna lead-in wire (including wiring) near control module, VDC/TCS/ABS
function may have a malfunction or error.

If aftermarket parts (car stereo, CD player, etc.) have been installed, check for incidents such as harness
pinches, open circuits, and improper wiring.

If the following components are replaced with non-genuine components or converted, VDC OFF indicator
lamp and SLIP indicator lamp may turn on or the VDC system may not operate properly. Components
related to suspension (shock absorber, strut, spring, bushing, etc.), Tires, wheels (exclude specified size),
components related to brake (pad, rotor, caliper, etc.), components related to engine (muffler, ECM, etc.),
components related to body reinforcement (roll bar, tower bar, etc.).

Driving in the condition of breakage or excessive wear of suspension, tires or components related to the
brakes may cause VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP indicator lamp turn on, and the VDC system may
not operate properly.

When the TCS or VDC is activated by sudden acceleration or sudden turn, some noise may occur. The
noise is a result of the normal operation of the TCS and VDC.

When driving on roads which have extreme slopes (such as mountainous roads) or high banks (such as
sharp carves on a freeway), the VDC may not operate normally, or VDC OFF indicator lamp and SLIP
indicator lamp may turn on. However, this is not a malfunction, if normal operation can be resumed after
restarting engine.

Sudden turns (such as spin turns, acceleration turns), drifting, etc. When VDC function is OFF (VDC OFF
SW ON) may cause the G sensor system indicate a malfunction. However, this is not a malfunction, if nor-
mal operation can be resumed after restarting engine.

Change 4 tires at a time. Be sure to use specified-size tires that have the same brand name and pattern.
Wheel sensor errors can be detected be self-diagnosis when tires have wide abrasion variations or the
size is different from the genuine tires.

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS BRC-33
[VDC/TCS/ABS]
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For Fast and Accurate DiagnosisNFS000NH
PRECAUTIONS FOR DIAGNOSIS

Before performing diagnosis, always read precautions. Refer to BRC-11, "How to Proceed with Diagnosis"
.

If ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), steering angle sensor, steering system parts or suspension
system parts have been replaced, or if alignment has been adjusted, be sure to adjust neutral position of
steering angle sensor before driving. Refer to BRC-6, "
Adjustment of Steering Angle Sensor Neutral Posi-
tion" .

After diagnosis is finished, be sure to erase memory. Refer to BRC-25, "Self-Diagnosis" .

When checking continuity and voltage between units, be sure to check for disconnection, looseness,
bend, or collapse of connector terminals. If any malfunction is found, repair or replace connector termi-
nals.

For intermittent symptoms, possible cause is malfunction in harness, harness connector, or terminals.
Move harness, harness connector, and terminals to check for poor connections.

If a circuit tester is used for the check, be careful not to forcibly extend any connector terminal.

To use CONSULT-II to perform self-diagnosis of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit), active tests,
or work support, first stop work, then connect CONSULT-II and select “ABS”.

While self-diagnostic results of CONSULT-II shows malfunction, if CONSULT-II active test is performed,
an engine system error may be indicated. In this case, start engine to resume the normal screen.

VDC/TCS/ABS system electronically controls brake operation and engine output. The following symptoms
may be caused by normal operations:
Symptom Symptom description Result
Motor operation noise This is noise of motor inside ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
Slight noise may occur during VDC, TCS, and ABS operation.
Normal
When the vehicle speed goes over 20 km/h (12.5 MPH), motor and valves
operating noise may be heard. It happens only once after ignition switch is
ON. This is a normal status of the system operation check.
System operation check noise When engine starts, slight “click” noise may be heard from engine room.
This is normal and is part of system operation check. Normal
VDC/TCS operation
(SLIP indicator lamp blinking) TCS may activate momentarily if wheel speed changes when driving over
location where friction coefficient varies, when up/downshifting, or when
fully depressing accelerator pedal.
Normal
Cancel the VDC/TCS
function for the inspec-
tion on a chassis dyna-
mometer.
For inspection of speedometer or other instruments, press VDC OFF
switch to turn VDC/TCS function off.
When accelerator pedal is depressed on a chassis dynamometer (fixed
front-wheel type), vehicle speed will not increase. This is not normal. It is
result of TCS being activated by stationary front wheels. Warning lamp may
also illuminate to indicate “sensor system error”. This is also normal, and is
the result of the stationary front wheels being detected. To be certain,
restart engine, and drive vehicle at 30 km/h (19 MPH) or more. Make sure
warning lamp does not illuminate.
ABS operation
(Longer stopping distance) On roads with low friction coefficients, such as snowy roads or gravel
roads, vehicles with ABS may require a longer stopping distance. There-
fore, when driving on such roads, avoid overconfidence and keep speed
sufficiently low. Normal
Insufficient feeling of acceler-
ation Depending on road conditions, driver may feel that feeling of acceleration
is insufficient. This is because traction control, which controls engine and
brakes to achieve optimal traction, has the highest priority (for safety). As a
result, there may be times when acceleration is slightly less than usual for
the same accelerator pedal operation. Normal