ignition switch LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual

Trouble Area
ºCHECKº
Engine Warning
Light *

Memory* See PageTrouble Area
Normal
ModeTest
Mode
MemorySee Page
w Open or short in air flow meter circuit.
w Air flow meter
w ECU
ONN.A.TR±88
wECUONONTR±92
wOpen or short in throttle position sensor circuit.
wThrottle position sensorONONTR±94Throttle osition sensor
w ECU
wNo. 1 speed sensor
w Combination meter
w Open or short in No. 1 speed sensor circuit.
w ECU
ONONTR±98
wOpen or short in starter signal circuit.
w Open or short in ignition switch or main relay circuit.
w ECU
N.A.OFFXTR±100
wOpen or short in sub±throttle position sensor circuit.
wSub±throttle position sensorOFFONTR±94Sub throttle osition sensor
wECU
wOpen or short in No. 1 knock sensor circuit.wOen or short in No. 1 knock sensor circuit.
w No. 1 knock sensor (looseness)
ONN.A.No. 1 knock sensor (looseness)
wECU

w ECUONN.A.XTR±102
w Open or short in No. 2 knock sensor circuit.w Oen or short in No. 2 knock sensor circuit.
w No. 2 knock sensor (looseness)
ONN.A. No. 2 knock sensor (looseness)
w ECU

*1, 2: See page TR±20.
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ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Diagnostic Code ChartTR±19
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FAIL±SAFE CHART
If any of the following codes is recorded, the ECU enters fail±
safe mode.
Code No.Fail±Safe OperationFail±Safe Deactivation Conditions
14Fuel cut1 IGF1 detected in consecutive 8 ignitions.
15Fuel cut1 IGF2 detected in consecutive 8 ignitions.
16Torque control prohibited.Returned to normal condition.
22THW is fixed at 805C (176 5F).Returned to normal condition.
24THA is fixed at 20 5C (68 5F).Returned to normal condition.
31
Ignition timing controlled between 10 5 ~ 30 5
BTDC,
Injection time controlled between 3 msec. ~ 30 m
sec., in relation to:
w Engine rpm
w Throttle angle
w ISC step value
KS input 15 times/sec. or more.
35Atmospheric pressure is fixed at 760 mmHg.Returned to normal condition.
The following 1 or 2 must be repeated at least 2
times consecutively.
41VTA1 is fixed at 051 When IDL is ON41VTA1 is fixed at 051 When IDL is ON
0.25 V
VTA1
0.95 V
2 When IDL is OFF2 When IDL is OFF
0.25 V
VTA1
4.9 V
The following 1 or 2 must be repeated at least 2
times consecutively.
47Value of VTA1 is used1 When IDL2 is ON47Value of VTA1 is used.1 When IDL2 is ON
0.25 V
VTA2
0.95 V
2 When IDL2 is OFF2 When IDL2 is OFF
0.25 V
VTA2
4.9 V
52Max. timeing retardation.IG switch OFF.
53Max. timeing retardation.Returned to normal condition.
55Max. timeing retardation.IG switch OFF.
Back±Up Function
If there is trouble with the program in the ECU and the ignition signals\
(IGT) are not output, the ECU controls
fuel injection and ignition timing at predetermined levels as a back±up f\
unction to make it possible to continue
to operate the vehicle.
Furthermore, the injection duration is calculated from the satrting sign\
al (STA) and the throttle position signal
(IDL). Also, the ignition timing is fixed at the initial ignition timing, 5 5 BTDC, without relation to the engine speed.
HINT: If the engine is controlled by the back±up function, the CHECK ENGIN\
E light lights up to warn the driver
of the malfunction but the diagnostic code is not output. TR±22
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ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Fail±Safe Chart
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CHECK FOR MOMENTARY
INTERRUPTION
As described in the preceding paragraph, abnormality detection
ability in the test mode is increased compared to that in the normal
mode, so that when momentary interruptions or momentary shorts
occur in the ECU signal circuits (G1, G2, NE, THW, THA, VTA1,
VTA2) shown in the table below, the appropriate diagnostic code
is output.
Accordingly, when the diagnostic codes shown in the table below
(13, 22, 24, 41, 47) are output during the diagnostic code check,
and inspection of the appropriate circuits reveals no abnormality,
perform the check for momentary interruption as described below.
By performing the check for momentary interruption, the place
where momentary interruptions or momentary shorts are occur-
ring due to poor contacts can be isolated.
CLEAR DIAGNOSTIC CODES
See page TR±13.
SET TEST MODE
1. With the ignition switch off, using SST, connect the terminals
TE2 and E1 of the TDCL.
SST 09843±18020
2. Start the engine and check to see the ºCHECKº engine warning light to go off.
PERFORM A SIMULATION TEST
Using the symptom simulation (See page IN±20), apply vibration
to and pull lightly on the wire harness, connector or terminals in the
circuit indicated by the malfunction code.
In this test, if the ºCHECKº engine warning light lights up, it in\
di-
cates that the place where the wire harness, connector or termi-
nals being pulled or vibrated has faulty contact. Check that point
for loose connections, dirt on the terminals, poor fit or other prob-
lems and repair as necessary.
HINT: After cancelling out the diagnostic code in memory and set
the test mode, if the ºCHECKº engine warning light does not go off
after the engine is started, check thoroughly for faulty contact,
etc., then try the check again. If the ºCHECKº engine warning light
still does not go off, check and replace ECU.
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OKNG
OKNG
5Check idle speed.
C
OK
P(1) Warm up engine at normal operating temperature.
(2) Switched off all accessories.
(3) Switched off air conditioner.
(4) Shift transmission into ªNº range.
(5) Connect tachometer test probe to terminal IG
of
check connector, and set the tachometer to the
4±cylinder range.
Check idle speed.
Idle speed: 650 ~ 750 rpm
Caution:

NEVER allow tachometer test probe to touch
ground as it could result in damage to igniter
and/or coil.

As some tachometers are not compatible with
this ignition system, we recommended that you
confirm compatibility of your unit before use.
Proceed to matrix chart of problem symptoms on page
TR±35 .
6Check ignition timing.
C
OK
P(1) Warm up engine at normal operating temperture.
(2) Shift transmission into ªNº range.
(3) Keep the engine speed at idle.
(4) Using SST, connect terminals TE1 and E1 of check
connector.
SST 09843±18020
(5) Using a timing light. connect the tester to No. 6 high±tension cord.
Check ignition timing.
Ignition Timing: 8±12  BTDC at idle
Proceed to page IG±28 and continue to troubleshoot.
Proceed to matix chart of problem symptoms on
page TR±35 .
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OKNG
OKNG
7Check fuel pressure.
C
P(1) Be sure that fuel is enough in tank.
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
(3) Using SST, connect terminals FP and + B of checkconnector.
SST 09843±18020
Check that pulsation damper screw rises up when termi-
nals are connected.
Caution:
Never make a mistake with the terminal connection
position as this will cause a malfunction.
Proceed to page FI±18 and continue to troubleshoot.
8Check for spark.
C
Hint
Disconnect the high±tension cord from the distributor
and, hold the end about 12.5 mm (1/2º) from the ground,
see if spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.
To prevent excessive fuel injected from the injectors dur-
ing this test, Don't crank the engine for more than 1 ± 2
seconds at a time.
Proceed to the page IG±6 and continue to troubleshoot.
Proceed to matix chart of problem systems on
page TR±35 .
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TERMINALS OF ECU
Connectors of the engine & ECT ECU are water±proof and are the
bolt type.
For water proof type connectors, in order to measure the voltage
of ECU terminals and the resistance of connected parts, connect
the inspection sub wire harness between the ECU and vehicle
wire harness, then perform the inspection. The inspection method
of inserting a tester probe from the other side of connector notice-
ably reduces the water±proof ability.
Disconnect the connector by fully loosening the bolt.
PREPARATION
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. Turn up the passenger side floor mat.
3. Remove the ECU protector.
4. Disconnect the connector from the ECU. After completely loosening the bolt, the two parts of the con-
nector can be separated.
NOTICE:
w Do not pully the wire harness when disconnecting the
connector.
w When disconnecting the connector, the ECU's backup
power source is cut off, so the malfunction codes, etc.
recorded in the ECU memory are cancelled.
w Never insert a tester probe or male terminal used for
inspection purposes into the female terminal of the
vehicle wire harness. Otherwise, the female terminal may
be widened, which can result in faulty connection.
5. Connect the Check Harness A between ECU and connector
of vehicle wire harness.
SST 09990±01000
HINT: The arrangement of the check connector terminals are
the same as those of the ECU.
See page TR±31
6. Disconnect the Check Harness A.
7. Reconnect the connector to the ECU.
(a) Match the male connector correctly with the femaleconnector, then press them together.
(b) Tighten the bolt Make sure the connector is completely connected, by
tightening the bolt until there is a clearance of less than
1 mm (0.04 in.) between bottom of the male connector
and end of the female connector.
8. Install the ECU protector and floor mat.
TR±30
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ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING Terminals of ECU
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OKNG
OKNG
OKNG
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT: If diag. code 14 is displayed, check No. 1 igniter circuit. If diag. code 15 is displayed, check No. 2 igniter circuit.
1Check for Spark.
C
OK
Hint
Disconnect the high±tension cord from the distributor,
hold its end about 12.5 mm (1/2º) from the ground, see
if spark occurs while the engine is being cranked.
Spark should be generated.
To prevent excessive fuel injected from the injectors dur-
ing the check. Don't crank the engine for more than 1±2
seconds at a time.
Go to step [4].
2Check for open and short in harness and connector in the IGF and IGT signal c\
ircuit between
engine & ECT ECU and igniter (See page IN±27)
Repair or replace harness or connector.
#Disconnect igniter sonnector and check voltage between terminals IGF1, 2 of engine & ECT
ECU connector and body ground.
C
OK
P(2) Disconnect igniter connector.
(2) Connect the Check Harness A.
(See page TR±30).
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
Measure Voltage between terminals IGF1, 2 or engine
& ECT ECU connector and body ground.
Voltage: 4 ± 6 V
Replace igniter.*1
Check and replace engine & ECT ECU.
*1: When dia. code 14 is displayed, replace the igniter with 5 wire harness. (extra wire is for tachometer). When diag.
code 15 is displayed, replace the igniter with 4 wire har-
ness.
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OKNG
OKNG
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1Disconnect the engine & ECT ECU connector, check voltage between terminals HTL1, HTR1 of
engine & ECT ECU connector and body ground.
C
OK
P(2) Connect the Check Harness A.(See page TR±30)
(2) Disconnect engine & ECT ECU connector.
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
Measure voltage beween terminals HTL1, HTR1 of en-
gine & ECT ECU connector and body ground.
Voltage: 10 ± 14 V
Go to step [3].
2Check main oxygen sensor heater.
C
OK
PDisconnect main oxygen sensor connector.
Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of main
oxygen sensor connector.
Resistance: 5.1 ± 6.3
at 20 C (68 F)
Replace main oxygen sensor.
Check and repair harness or connector between
main relay and main oxygen sensor, main oxygen
sensor and engine & ECT ECU.
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NGOK
OKNG
OKNG
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT: If diagnostic codes º22º (water temperature sensor circuit), º\
24º (intake air temperature sensor circuit)and º41º (throttle position sensor circuit) are output simultane\
ously, E2 (sensor ground) may be open.
1Check voltage between terminals THW and E2 of engine & ECT ECU connector\
.
C
OK
P(2) Connect the Check Harness A.(See page TR±30)
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
Measure voltage between terminals THW and E2 and
engine & ECT ECU connector.
Check for momentary interruption
(See Page TR±23).
2Check water temp. sensor.
C
OK
PDisconnect the water temp. sensor connector.
(See page FI±99).
Measure resistance between terminals.
Resistance is within Acceptable Zone on chart.
Replace water temp. sensor.
3
Check for open and short in harness and connector between engine & ECT ECU and\
water temp.
sensor (See page IN±27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and replace engine & ECT ECU.
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NGOK
OKNG
OKNG
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
1Check voltage between terminals THA and E2 of engine & ECT ECU connector.
C
OK
P(2) Connect the Check Harness A.(See page TR±30)
(2) Turn ignition switch on.
Measure voltage between terminals THA and
E2 and engine & ECT ECU connector.
Check for momentary Intertuption
(See page TR±23).
2Check intake air temp. sensor.
C
OK
PDisconnect the air flow meter connector.
Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of air
flow meter connector.
Resistance is within Acceptable Zone on chart.
Replace intake air temp. sensor (Replace air flow meter).
3
Check for open and short in harness and connector between engine & ECT ECU an\
d intake air
temp. sensor (See page IN±27).
Repair or replace harness or connector.
Check and replace engine & ECT ECU.
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