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EC-30
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[VK56VD]
COMPONENT PARTS
Knock Sensor
INFOID:0000000006217683
The knock sensor is attached to t he cylinder block. It senses engine
knocking using a piezoelectric element. A knocking vibration from
the cylinder block is sensed as vibrational pressure. This pressure is
converted into a voltage signal and sent to the ECM.
Low Fuel Pressure SensorINFOID:0000000006217684
The low fuel pressure sensor is installed to low fuel pressure piping
and measures the low fuel pressu re. The sensor transmits voltage
signal to the ECM. As the pressure increases, the voltage rises.
Low Pressure Fuel PumpINFOID:0000000006217685
The low pressure fuel pump is integrated with a fuel pressure regula-
tor and a fuel filter. This pump is build into the fuel tank.
ECM controls the low pressure fuel pump via FPCM.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000006217686
The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is located on the combination
meter.
The MIL will illuminate when the ignition switch is turned ON without
the engine running. This is a bulb check.
When the engine is started, the MIL should turn off. If the MIL
remains illuminated, the on board diagnostic system has detected an
engine system malfunction.
For details, refer to EC-51, "
Diagnosis Description".
JSBIA0284ZZ
JSBIA0292ZZ
JPBIA3235ZZ
SEF217U
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EC-60
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[VK56VD]
DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM (ECM)
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malf unction Indicator Lamp (MIL)
INFOID:0000000006217727
DESCRIPTION
The MIL is located on the instrument panel.
1. The MIL will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON with-
out the engine running. This is a bulb check.
If the MIL does not light up, refer to EC-515, "
Component Func-
tion Check".
2. When the engine is started, the MIL should go off. If the MIL remains on, the on board diagnostic system has
detected an engine system malfunction.
On Board Diagn osis FunctionINFOID:0000000006217728
ON BOARD DIAGNOSIS ITEM
The on board diagnostic system has the following functions.
BLUB CHECK MODE
Description
This function allows damage inspection in the MIL bulb (blown, open circuit, etc.).
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. The MIL on the instrument panel should stay ON.
If it remains OFF, check MIL circuit. Refer to EC-515, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
SRT STATUS MODE
Description
This function allows to read if ECM has completed t he self-diagnoses of major emission control systems and
components. For SRT, refer to EC-58, "
DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Syst em Readiness Test (SRT) Code".
Operation Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch ON and wait 20 seconds.
2. SRT status is indicated as shown blow.
 ECM continues to illuminate MIL if all SRT codes are set.
SEF217U
Diagnostic test mode Function
Bulb check MIL can be checked.
SRT status ECM can read if SRT codes are set.
Malfunction warning If ECM detects a malfunction, it illuminates or blinks MIL to inform the driver that a malfunction has been detected.
Self-diagnostic results DTCs or 1st trip DTCs stored in ECM can be read.
Accelerator pedal released po-
sition learning ECM can learn the accelerator pedal released position. Refer to
EC-146, "
Description".
Throttle valve closed position
learning ECM can learn the throttle valve closed position. Refer to
EC-147, "
Description".
Idle air volume learning ECM can learn the idle air volume. Refer to EC-148, "
Description".
VVEL control sh aft position
sensor adjustment The initial position of the VVEL control shaft position sensor can be adjusted. Refer to
EC-150, "
De-
scription".
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EXL-4
HAZARD SWITCH ...........................................133
Exploded View ..................................................... ..133
AFS SWITCH ...................................................134
Exploded View ..................................................... ..134
Removal and Installation .......................................134
AFS CONTROL UNIT ......................................135
Exploded View ..................................................... ..135
Removal and Installation .......................................135
HEIGHT SENSOR ............................................136
Exploded View ..................................................... ..136
Removal and Installation .......................................136
REAR COMBINATION LAMP .........................138
Exploded View ..................................................... ..138
Removal and Installation .......................................138
HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP .......................140
Exploded View ..................................................... .140
Removal and Installation .......................................140
BACK-UP LAMP ............................................ ..141
Exploded View ..................................................... .141
Removal and Installation .......................................141
Replacement .........................................................142
LICENSE PLATE LAMP ...................................143
Exploded View ..................................................... .143
Removal and Installation .......................................143
Replacement .........................................................143
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ........ .................................................
145
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
145
Bulb Specifications ............................................... .145
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COMPONENT PARTSEXL-7
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION > [XENON TYPE]
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*1: With headlamp aiming control system (manual) models
*2: With AFS system models
EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM : Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000006213888
1. Combination meter 2. BCM
Refer to BCS-4, "
BODY CONTROL
SYSTEM : Compon ent Parts Loca-
tion"
3. Optical sensor
4. IPDM E/R Refer to PCS-4, "
Component Parts
Location"
5. ECM
Refer to EC-16, "
Component Parts
Location"
6. Parking lamp
7. Front turn signal lamp 8. Front fog lamp 9. Headlamp
10. Front side marker lamp 11. Combination switch 12. Headlamp aiming switch*
1
13. Front door switch (driver side) 14.
Steering angle sensor*2
Refer to BRC-10, "Component Parts
Location"
15. License plate lamp
16. Tail lamp 17. Rear turn signal lamp 18. Rear side marker lamp
19. Hazard switch 20. Side turn signal lamp 21. Headlamp swivel actuator
22. Headlamp aiming motor 23. AFS switch*
224.Rear height sensor*2
25.AFS control unit*226.Front height sensor*2
A. Front combination lamp (back) B. View with instrument driver lower
panel (LH)C. Rear suspension member (RH)
D. View with instrument lower cover E. Front suspension arm (RH)
Part Description
BCM Controls the exterior lighting system.
ECM*
1Transmits engine speed signal to AFS control unit. (via CAN communication)
TCM*
1Transmits Shift position signal to AFS control unit. (via CAN communication)
IPDM E/R Controls the integrated relay, and supplies voltage to the load according to the request
from BCM (via CAN communication).
AFS control unit*
1AFS control unit judges the vehicle condition from each signal. AFS control unit con-
trols AFS function and the headlamp aiming.
Combination meter  Outputs the vehicle speed signal (8-pulse) to AFS control unit.
 Blinks the turn signal indicator lamp and outputs the turn signal operating sound with
integrated buzzer according to the request from BCM (via CAN communication).
 Turns the tail lamp indicator lamp and high beam indicator lamp ON according to the
request from BCM (via CAN communication).
 Turns the AFS OFF indicator lamp ON/OFF /blinking according to the request from
AFS control unit (via CAN communication).
Headlamp assembly Xenon bulb Refer to
EXL-8, "
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : Xenon Headlamp".
HID control unit Refer to EXL-9, "
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : HID control unit".
High beam solenoid Refer to EXL-9, "
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : High Beam Solenoid".
Aiming motor Refer to EXL-9, "
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : Aiming Motor".
Swivel actuator*
1Refer to EXL-9, "FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : Swivel Actuator".
Height sensor*
1
 The height sensor is installed to the front suspension member and rear suspension member.
 The height sensor detects the suspension arm displacement as the vehicle height change.
 The height sensor transmits the height sensor signal to AFS control unit.
NOTE:
The sensor angle of the unloaded vehicle position is the reference value.
Optical sensor Optical sensor converts the outside brightness (lux) to voltage and transmits the opti-
cal sensor signal to BCM.
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EXL-8
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[XENON TYPE]
COMPONENT PARTS
*1: With AFS system models
*
2: With headlamp aiming control system (manual) models
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP
FRONT COMBINATION LAMP : Xenon HeadlampINFOID:0000000006213889
OUTLINE
 The lamp light source is by the arch discharge by
applying high voltage into the xenon gas-filled bulb instead
of the halogen bulb filament.
 Sight becomes more natural and brighter because the amount of light are gained adequately and the color of
light is sunshine-like white.
 The xenon bulb drops the amount of light, repeats blinking, and illuminates in red if the bulb reaches the ser-
vice life.
ILLUMINATION PRINCIPLE
1. Discharging starts in high voltage pulse between bulb elec- trodes.
2. Xenon gas is activated by curr ent between electrodes. Pale light
is emitted.
3. The luminous tube (bulb) temperature elevates. Evaporated halide is activated by discharge. The color of light changes into
white.
NOTE:
 Brightness and the color of light may change slightly immediately after the headlamp turned ON until the xenon bulb becomes sta-
ble. This is not malfunction.
 Illumination time lag may occur between right and left. This is not
malfunction.
PRECAUTIONS FOR TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Representative malfunction examples are; "Light does not turn ON", "Light blinks", and "Brightness is inade-
quate." The cause often be the xenon bulb. Such malf unctions, however, are occurred occasionally by HID
control unit malfunction or lamp case malfunction. S pecify the malfunctioning part with diagnosis procedure.
WARNING:
 Never touch the harness, HID control unit, the inside and metal part of lamp when turning the head-
lamp ON or operating the lighting switch.
 Never work with wet hands.
CAUTION:
 Never perform HID control unit circuit diagnosis with a circuit tester or an equivalent.
 Temporarily install the headlamps on the vehicle. Co nnect the battery to the connector (vehicle side)
when checking ON/OFF status.
 Disconnect the battery negative terminal before di sconnecting the lamp socket connector or the har-
ness connector.
 Check for fusing of the fusible link(s), open around connector, short, disconnection if the symptom
is caused by electric error.
NOTE:
 Turn the switch OFF once before turni ng ON, if the ON/OFF is inoperative.
 The xenon bulb drops the amount of light, repeats blinking, and illuminates in red if the bulb reaches the ser-
vice life.
Steering angle sensor*1Transmits steering angle sensor signal to AFS control unit. (via CAN communication)
Combination switch
(Lighting & turn signal switch) Refer to
BCS-7, "
COMBINATION SWITCH READING SYSTEM : System Descrip-
tion".
Door switch Inputs the door switch signal to BCM.
AFS switch*
1 Inputs the AFS switch signal to AFS control unit.
 AFS switch is integrated in triple switch.
Headlamp aiming switch*
2Outputs the aiming motor drive signal to aiming motor.
Hazard switch Inputs the hazard switch signal to BCM. Part Description
JPLIA0421GB
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EXL-16
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[XENON TYPE]
SYSTEM
- Swivels the headlamp to the vehicle-center side until it hits the stopper.
- Returns the swivel angle from the stopper. Completes t
he initialization with regarding the returned position
as the swivel angle 0 ° (straight-forward position).
Swivel Operation
 AFS control unit transmits the drive signal to the sw ivel actuator when activation conditions are satisfied.
And swivels the headlamp.
- The swivel starts after steering approximately 20 ° or more from straight-forward position.
NOTE:
The steering angle differs between right turn and left turn.
- The swivel angle becomes the maximum angle toward t he driving direction if the steering angle is approxi-
mately 90 ° or more depending on the vehicle speed. The swivel angle is maintained by shutting off the drive
signal.
- The swivel starts, and returns to the swivel angle 0 ° (straight-forward position) when the steering is returned
to the straight-forward position.
 AFS control unit returns the swivel angle to the strai ght-forward position, and stops the swivel regardless of
the steering angle if the operation condition is not satisfied while the swivel angle is 0°.
AFS OFF Indicator Lamp
 AFS control unit transmits AFS OFF indicator lamp signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
 Combination meter turns AFS OFF indicator lamp ON /OFF/blinking according to AFS OFF indicator lamp
signal.
- AFS OFF indicator lamp is turned ON for 1 second for the AFS OFF indicator lamp bulb check when the igni-
tion switch is turned ON. AFS OFF indicator lamp is turned OFF within 1 second when the engine starts.
- AFS OFF indicator lamp turns ON when AFS is switched to “OFF” by operating AFS switch.
- AFS OFF indicator lamp blinks (1 second each) if AFS control unit detects a specific DTC.
NOTE:
Combination meter blinks AFS OFF indicator lamp (approximately 1 second each) if AFS OFF indicator
lamp signal is not received from AFS control unit.
HEADLAMP AUTO AIMING
Headlamp Auto Aiming Control Description
 AFS control unit controls the headl amp light axis height appropriately according to the vehicle height.
 AFS control unit detects the vehicle condition necessa ry for headlamp auto aiming control with the following
signals.
- Height sensor signals (front and rear)
- Vehicle speed signal (received from combination meter via CAN communication)
- Low beam status signal (received from IPDM E/R via CAN communication)
- Engine speed signal (received from ECM via CAN communication)
 When the operation conditions are satisfied, AFS cont rol unit transmits the aiming motor drive signal for
adjusting the headlamp axis height.
Headlamp auto aiming operation condition- Headlamp ON
- While the engine running
- Vehicle speed (Control mode is switched according to the driving condition.)
Headlamp Auto Aiming Operation
 AFS control unit calculates the vehicle pitch angle fr om the front and rear height sensor signal. AFS control
unit judges the angle for adjusting the axis gap from the preset position.
 AFS control unit controls the headlamp axis by c hanging the aiming motor drive signal output according to
the front and rear vehicle height when detecting the follo wing vehicle condition. Output is maintained if other
condition than following is detected.
- Engine starts.
- Headlamp is turned ON.
- Vehicle posture becomes stable after changing the v ehicle posture change is detected with the headlamp
ON and the vehicle stopped.
- Vehicle speed is maintained with the headlamp ON and the vehicle driven.
CAUTION:
Adjusted axis position may differ from the preset position although the headlamp auto aiming acti-
vates properly if the suspension is replaced or worn.
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EXL-18
< SYSTEM DESCRIPTION >[XENON TYPE]
SYSTEM
HEADLAMP AIMING CONTROL (MA NUAL) : System Description
INFOID:0000000006216751
The headlamp levelizer adjusts the headlamp light axis upward and downward with the aiming motor inte-
grated in the front combination lamp.
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING LAMP SYSTEM
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING LAMP SYSTEM : System Diagram
INFOID:0000000006213901
TURN SIGNAL AND HAZARD WARNING LA MP SYSTEM : System Description
INFOID:0000000006213902
OUTLINE
Turn signal and the hazard warning lamp is controlled by combination switch reading function, flasher control
function and auto hazard function of BCM.
TURN SIGNAL LAMP OPERATION
 BCM detects the combination switch conditi on by the combination switch reading function.
 BCM supplies voltage to the right (left) turn signal la mp circuit when the ignition switch is turned ON and the
turn signal switch is in the right (left) position. BCM blinks the turn signal lamp.
HAZARD WARNING LAMP OPERATION
BCM supplies voltage to both turn signal lamp circuit when the hazard switch is turned ON. BCM blinks the
hazard warning lamp.
TURN SIGNAL INDICATOR LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL SOUND OPERATION
 BCM transmits the turn indicator signal to the comb ination meter via CAN communication while the turn sig-
nal lamp and the hazard warning lamp operating.
 Combination meter outputs the turn signal sound with the integrated buzzer while blinking the turn signal
indicator lamp according to the turn indicator signal.
HIGH FLASHER OPERATION
 BCM detects the turn signal lamp ci rcuit status from the current value.
 BCM increases the turn signal lamp blinking speed if the bulb or harness open is detected with the turn sig-
nal lamp operating.
NOTE:
The blinking speed is normal while operating the hazard warning lamp.
PARKING, LICENSE PLATE, SIDE MARKER AND TAIL LAMP SYSTEM
PARKING, LICENSE PLATE, SIDE MARKER AND TAIL LAMP SYSTEM : System Di-
JPLIA0180GB
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EXL-90
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >[XENON TYPE]
XENON HEADLAMP
XENON HEADLAMP
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006213959
1.CHECK XENON BULB
Install the normal bulb to the applicable headlamp. Turn the lighting switch ON.
Is the headlamp turned ON?
YES >> Replace xenon bulb.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK HID CONTROL UNIT
Install the normal HID control unit to the applicable headlamp. Turn the lighting switch ON
Is the headlamp turned ON?
YES >> Replace HID control unit.
NO >> Xenon headlamp is normal. Check headlamp control system.
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EXL-94
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >[XENON TYPE]
FRONT FOG LAMP CIRCUIT
FRONT FOG LAMP CIRCUIT
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000006213962
1.CHECK FRONT FOG LAMP OPERATION
CONSULT-III ACTIVE TEST
1. Select “EXTERNAL LAMPS” of IPDM E/R active test item.
2. With operating the test items, check that the front fog lamp is turned ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Front fog lamp circuit is normal.
NO >> Refer to EXL-94, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006213963
1.CHECK FRONT FOG LAMP FUSE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check that the following fuse is not fusing.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK FRONT FOG LAMP SHORT CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect front fog lamp connector.
2. Check continuity between IP DM E/R harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace fuse. (Replace IPDM E/R if the fuse is fusing again.)
NO >> Repair or replace harness. And then replace the fuse.
3.CHECK FRONT FOG LAMP BULB
Check the applicable lamp bulb.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace bulb.
4.CHECK FRONT FOG LAMP OUTPUT VOLTAGE
CONSULT-III ACTIVE TEST
1. Disconnect front fog lamp connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON.
3. Select “EXTERNAL LAMPS” of IPDM E/R active test item.
4. With operating the test items, check vo ltage between IPDM E/R harness connector and ground.
Fog : Front fog lamp ON
Off : Front fog lamp OFF
Unit Location Fuse No. Capacity
Front fog lamp IPDM E/R #50 15 A
IPDM E/R
GroundContinuity
Connector Terminal
RH E1219
Not existed
LH 20
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EXL-96
< DTC/CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS >[XENON TYPE]
PARKING LAMP CIRCUIT
PARKING LAMP CIRCUIT
Component Function CheckINFOID:0000000006213964
1.CHECK PARKING LAMP OPERATION
CONSULT-III ACTIVE TEST
1. Select “EXTERNAL LAMPS” of IPDM E/R active test item.
2. With operating the test items, check that the parking lamp is turned ON.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Parking lamp circuit is normal.
NO >> Refer to EXL-96, "
Diagnosis Procedure".
Diagnosis ProcedureINFOID:0000000006213965
1.CHECK PARKING LAMP FUSE
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Check that the following fuses are not fusing.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >> GO TO 2.
2.CHECK PARKING LAMP SHORT CIRCUIT
1. Disconnect the following connectors.
- IPDM E/R
- Front combination lamp
- Rear combination lamp
- License plate lamp
2. Check continuity between IP DM E/R harness connector and ground.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> Replace fuse. (Replace IPDM E/R if fusing is found again.)
NO >> Repair or replace harness. And then replace the fuse.
3.CHECK PARKING LAMP BULB
Check applicable lamp bulb.
Is the inspection result normal?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >> Replace bulb.
4.CHECK PARKING LAMP OUTPUT VOLTAGE
CONSULT-III ACTIVE TEST
1. Disconnect front combination lamp connector.
2. Turn ignition switch ON. TAIL : Parking lamp ON
Off : Parking lamp OFF
Unit Location Fuse No. Capacity
Parking lamp IPDM E/R #46
10 A
#47
IPDM E/R
GroundContinuity
Connector Terminal
RH E1437
Not existed
LH 43
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