ECU LEXUS SC400 1991 Service Repair Manual

PRECAUTIONS
1. Before working on the fuel system, disconnect the cablefrom negative (±) terminal of the battery.
HINT: Any diagnostic code retained by the computer will be
erased when the battery terminal is removed. Therefore, if
necessary, read the diagnosis before removing the battery
terminal.
CAUTION: Turn the ignition switch to ºLOCKº. Discon-
nect the cable from the negative (±) terminal of the bat-
tery. Wait at least 20 seconds before proceeding with
work.
2. Do not smoke or work on open flame when working on the fuel system.
3. Keep gasoline away from rubber or leather parts.
INSPECTION PRECAUTIONS
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
1. CHECK CORRECT ENGINE TUNE±UP (See page EM±8)
2. PRECAUTIONS WHEN CONNECTING GAUGE (a) Use the battery as the power source for the timing light,tachometer, etc.
(b) Connect the test probe of a tachometer to the terminal IG
of the check connector.
3. IN EVENT OF ENGINE MISFIRE, FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN
(a) Check proper connection of battery terminals, etc.
(b) Handle high±tension cords carefully.
(c) After repair work, check that the ignition coil terminalsand all other ignition system lines are reconnected
securely.
(d) When cleaning the engine compartment, be especially careful to protect the electrical system from water.
4. PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING OXYGEN SENSOR (a) Do not allow oxygen sensor to drop or hit against anobject.
(b) Do not allow the sensor to come into contact with water.
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IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE
RADIO SYSTEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
The ECU has been designed so that it will not be affected by out-
side interference. However, if your vehicle is equipped with a CB
radio transceiver, etc. (even one with about 10 W output), it may,
at times, have an effect upon ECU operation, especially if the an-
tenna and feeder are installed nearby.
Therefore, observe the following precautions:
1. Install the antenna as far away as possible from the ECU. The ECU is located on the floor panel on the passenger side
so the antenna should be installed at the rear of the vehicle.
2. Keep the antenna feeder as far away as possible from the ECU wires±at least 20 cm (7.87 in.) ±and, especially, do not
wind them together.
3. Check that the feeder and antenna are properly adjusted.
4. Do not equip your vehicle with a powerful mobile radio
system.
5. Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU unless absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are touched, the IC
may be destroyed by static electricity.)
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
1. Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV hose,
etc. may cause the engine to run out of tune.
2. Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air
induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will cause air suction and cause the engine to run out
of tune.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
1. Before removing EFI wiring connectors, terminals, etc., firstdisconnect the power by either turning the ignition switch
OFF or disconnecting the battery terminals.
HINT: Always check the diagnosis code before disconnecting
the battery terminals.
2. When installing the battery, be especially careful not to
incorrectly connect the positive (+) and negative (±) cables.
3. Do not permit parts to receive a severe impact during removal or installation. Handle all EFI parts carefully, especially the
ECU.
4. Do not be careless during troubleshooting as there are numerous transistor circuits and even slight terminal contact
can cause further troubles.
5. Do not open the ECU cover.
6. When inspecting during rainy weather, take care to prevent entry of water. Also, when washing the engine compartment,
prevent water from getting on the EFI parts and wiring
connectors.
7. Parts should be replaced as an assembly.
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PRECAUTIONS
1. Before working on the fuel system, disconnect the cablefrom negative (±) terminal of the battery.
HINT: Any diagnostic code retained by the computer will be
erased when the battery terminal is removed. Therefore, if
necessary, read the diagnosis before removing the battery
terminal.
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the ºLOCKº position and negative (±) terminal
cable is disconnected from the battery.
2. Do not smoke or work on open flame when working on the fuel system.
3. Keep gasoline away from rubber or leather parts.
INSPECTION PRECAUTIONS
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
1. CHECK CORRECT ENGINE TUNE±UP (See page EM±8)
2. PRECAUTIONS WHEN CONNECTING GAUGE (a) Use the battery as the power source for the timing light,tachometer, etc.
(b) Connect the test probe of a tachometer to the terminal IG of the check connector.
3. IN EVENT OF ENGINE MISFIRE, FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN
(a) Check proper connection of battery terminals, etc.
(b) Handle high±tension cords carefully.
(c) After repair work, check that the ignition coil terminalsand all other ignition system lines are reconnected
securely.
(d) When cleaning the engine compartment, be especially careful to protect the electrical system from water.
4. PRECAUTIONS WHEN HANDLING OXYGEN SENSOR (a) Do not allow oxygen sensor to drop or hit against anobject.
(b) Do not allow the sensor to come into contact with water.
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IF VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH MOBILE
RADIO SYSTEM (HAM, CB, ETC.)
The ECU has been designed so that it will not be affected by out-
side interference. However, if your vehicle is equipped with a CB
radio transceiver, etc. (even one with about 10 W output), it may,
at times, have an effect upon ECU operation, especially if the an-
tenna and feeder are installed nearby.
Therefore, observe the following precautions:
1. Install the antenna as far away as possible from the ECU. The
ECU is located on the floor panel on the passenger side so
the antenna should be installed at the rear of the vehicle.
2. Keep the antenna feeder as far away as possible from the ECU wires±at least 20 cm (7.87 in.)±and, especially, do not
wind them together.
3. Check that the feeder and antenna are properly adjusted.
4. Do not equip your vehicle with a powerful mobile radio
system.
5. Do not open the cover or the case of the ECU unless absolutely necessary. (If the IC terminals are touched, the IC
may be destroyed by static electricity.)
AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM
1. Separation of the engine oil dipstick, oil filler cap, PCV hose,
etc. may cause the engine to run out of tune.
2. Disconnection, looseness or cracks in the parts of the air induction system between the throttle body and cylinder
head will cause air suction and cause the engine to run out
of tune.
ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM
1. Before removing EFI wiring connectors, terminals, etc., firstdisconnect the power by either turning the ignition switch
OFF or disconnecting the battery terminals.
HINT: Always check the diagnosis code before disconnecting
the battery terminals.
2. When installing the battery, be especially careful not to
incorrectly connect the positive (+) and negative (±) cables.
3. Do not permit parts to receive a severe impact during removal or installation. Handle all EFI parts carefully, especially the
ECU.
4. Do not be careless during troubleshooting as there are numerous transistor circuits and even slight terminal contact
can cause further troubles.
5. Do not open the ECU cover.
6. When inspecting during rainy weather, take care to prevent entry of water. Also, when washing the engine compartment,
prevent water from getting on the EFI parts and wiring
connectors.
7. Parts should be replaced as an assembly. FI±13
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8. Care is required when pulling out and inserting wiring
connectors.
(a) Release the lock and pull out the connector, pulling on the connectors.
(b) Fully insert the connector and check that it is locked.
9. When inspecting a connector with a volt/ohmmeter. (a) Carefully take out the water±proofing rubber if it is a
water±proof type connector.
(b) Insert the test probe into the connector from wiring side when checking the continuity, amperage or voltage.
(c) Do not apply unnecessary force to the terminal.
(d) After checking, install the water±proofing rubber on the connector securely.
10. Use SST for inspection or test of the injector, cold start injector or its wiring connector.
SST 09842±30055 (A) and 09842±30070 (C)
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If there is no pressure, check the following parts:
wFuses
w EFI main relay
w Fuel pump ECU
w Fuel pump
w Engine (& ECT) ECU
w Wiring connections
2. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE (a) Check the battery voltage above 12 volts.
(b) Disconnect the cable from the negative (±) terminal ofthe battery.
CAUTION: Turn the ignition switch to ºLOCKº. Discon-
nect the cable from the negative (±) terminal of the bat-
tery. Wait at least 20 seconds before proceeding with
work.
(c) Remove the union bolt holding the deliver pipe to the No. 1 fuel pipe. Remove the two gaskets.
HINT:
w Put a suitable container or shop towel under the delivery
pipe.
w Slowly loosen the union bolt.
(d) Install the No. 1 fuel pipe and SST (pressure gauge) to the delivery pipe with three new gaskets and the union
bolt.
SST 09268±45012
Torque: 42 N Vm (420 kgf Vcm, 30 ft Vlbf)
(e) Wipe off any splattered gasoline.
(f) Using SST, connect terminals +B and FP of the check
(ºDIAGNOSISº) connector.
SST 09843±18020
(g) Reconnect the cable to the negative (±) terminal of the battery.
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If there is no pressure, check the following parts:w Fuses
w EFI main relay
w Fuel pump ECU
w Fuel pump
w Engine & ECT ECU
w Wiring connections
2. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE (a) Check the battery voltage above 12 volts.
(b) Disconnect the cable from the negative (±) terminal ofthe battery.
CAUTION: Work must be started after approx. 20 se-
conds or longer from the time the ignition switch is
turned to the ºLOCKº position and negative (±) terminal
cable is disconnected from the battery.
(c) (Exc. USA Spec.) Remove the filter from the VSV (for EGR system).
(d) Remove the union bolt holding the LH deliver pipe to the
rear fuel pipe. Remove the two gaskets.
HINT:
w Put a suitable container or shop towel under the cold
start injector pipe.
w Slowly loosen the union bolt.
(e) Install the rear fuel pipe and SST (pressure gauge) to the LH delivery pipe with three new gaskets and the
union bolt.
SST 09268±45012
Torque: 39 N Vm (400 kgf Vcm, 29 ft Vlbf)
(f) Wipe off any splattered gasoline.
(g) (Exc. USA Spec.)
Reinstall the filter to the VSV.
(h) Using SST, connect terminals B and FP of the check (ºDIAGNOSISº) connector.
SST 09843±18020
(i) Reconnect the cable to the negative (±) terminal of the
battery.
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Injectors
ON±VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT INJECTOR OPERATIONCheck operation sound from each injector.
(a) With the engine running or cranking, use a stethescopeto check that there is normal operating noise in
proportion to engine rpm.
(b) If you have no stethescope, you can check the injector transmission operation with your finger.
If no sound or an unusual sound is heard, check the wiring
connector, injector or injection signal from the ECU.
2. INSPECT INJECTOR RESISTANCE (a) Disconnect the injector connector.
(b) Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance betweenthe terminals.
Resistance: 13.4±14.2
at 20 5C (68 5F)
If the resistance is not as specified, replace the injector.
(c) Reconnect the injector connector.
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DESCRIPTION
The ECU is programmed with data for optimum ignition timing under any and a\
ll operating conditions. Using
data provided by sensors which monitor various engine functions (rpm, i\
ntake air volume, engine temperature,
etc.) the microcomputer (ECU) triggers the spark at precisely the right ins\
tant.
The ECU monitors the engine condition by signals from each sensor, calculates the ignition timing and sends
an ignition signal to the igniter. High voltage from the ignition is distributed to each spark plug in th\
e appropriate
order to generate a spark between the electrodes, which ignites the air±fu\
el mixture.
IGNITERS The igniter temporarily interrupts the primary current with the ignition si\
gnal (IGT signal) from the ECU and
generates sparks at the spark plug. Also, as a fail±safe measure, when ignitio\
n occurs, an ignition confirmation
signal (IGF signal) is sent to the ECU.
IGNITION COIL
The ignition coil uses a closed core coil with the primary coil wrapped \
around the core and the secondary
coil wrapped around the primary coil. This allows the generation of a hi\
gh voltage sufficient to cause a spark
to jump across the spark plug gap.
DISTRIBUTORS
This correctly distributes high voltage to the spark plug of each cylind\
er in the specified ignition order.
ENGINE SPEED SENSOR The engine speed sensor detects the crank angle.
CAM POSITION SENSORS The RH and LH cam position sensors detect the cam angle.
IG±2
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SYSTEM CIRCUIT
OPERATION
To maintain the most appropriate ignition timing, the ECU sends a control \
signal so that the igniter sends
current to the ignition coil and the spark plugs produce a spark. IG±4
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