TOYOTA CAMRY 1999 Service Repair Manual

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The diagnosis system operates in normal mode
during normal vehicle use, and also has a check
mode for technicians to simulate malfunction symp-
toms and perform troubleshooting. Most DTCs use
2 trip detection logic(*) to prevent erroneous detec-
tion. By switching the ECM to check mode when
troubleshooting, the technician can cause the MIL
to light up and for a malfunction that is only detected
once or momentarily.
(TOYOTA hand±held tester) (See page DI±438)

*2 trip detection logic:
When a logic malfunction is first detected, the mal-
function is temporarily stored in the ECM memory.
If the same malfunction is detected again during the
2nd test drive, this 2nd detection causes the MIL to
light up.
(b) Inspect the DLC3.
The vehicle's ECM uses ISO 9141±2 for communication.
The terminal arrangement of DLC3 complies with SAE
J1962 and matches the ISO 9141±2 format.
Tester connectionConditionSpecified condition
7 (Bus
Line) ± 5 (Signal ground)During communicationPulse generation
4 (Chassis Ground) ± BodyAlways1 W or less
5 (Signal Ground) ± BodyAlways1 W or less
16 (B+) ± BodyAlways9 ± 14 V
HINT:
If your display shows ºUNABLE TO CONNECT TO VEHICLEº
when you have connected the cable of OBD II scan tool or TOY-
OTA hand±held tester to DLC3, turned the ignition switch ON
and operated the scan tool, there is a problem on the vehicle
side or tool side.
(1) If communication is normal when the tool is con-
nected to another vehicle, inspect DLC3 on the orig-
inal vehicle.
(2) If communication is still not possible when the tool
is connected connected to another vehicle, the
problem is probably in the tool itself, so consult the
Service Department listed in the tool's instruction
manual.

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S05335
TOYOTA hand±held tester
DLC3
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2. INSPECT DIAGNOSIS (NORMAL MODE)
(a) Check the MIL.
(1) The MIL comes on when the ignition switch is turned
ON and the engine is not running.
HINT:
If the MIL does not light up, troubleshoot the combination meter
(See page BE±2).
(2) When the engine is started, the MIL should go off.
If the lamp remains on, the diagnosis system has
detected a malfunction or abnormality in the sys-
tem.
(b) Check the DTC.
NOTICE:
TOYOTA hand±held tester only:
When the diagnostic system is switched from normal mode
to check mode, it erases all DTCs and freeze frame data re-
corded in normal mode. So before switching modes, al-
ways check the DTCs and freeze frame data, and note them
down.
(1) Prepare an OBD II scan tool (complying with SAE
J1978) or TOYOTA hand±held tester.
(2) Connect the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±
held tester to DLC3 at the lower of the instrument
panel.
(3) Turn the ignition switch ON and turn the OBD II scan
tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester switch ON.
(4) Use the OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held
tester to check the DTCs and freeze frame data and
note them down (For operating instructions, see the
OBD II scan tool's instruction book).
(5) See page DI±449 to confirm the details of the DTCs.
NOTICE:
When simulating symptoms with an OBD II scan tool (ex-
cluding TOYOTA hand±held tester) to check the DTCs, use
normal mode. For codes on the DTCs chart subject to º2
trip detection logicº, turn the ignition switch off after the
symptoms have been simulated the 1st time. Them repeat
the simulation process again. When the program has DTCs
are recorded in the ECM.

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TOYOTA hand±held tester
DLC3
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3. INSPECT DIAGNOSIS (CHECK MODE)
HINT:
TOYOTA hand±held tester only: Compared to the normal
mode, the check mode has high sensing ability to detect mal-
functions. Furthermore, the same diagnostic items which are
detected in Normal mode can also be detected in Check mode.
(a) Check the DTC.
(1) Check the initial conditions.

Battery positive voltage 11 V or more.

Throttle valve fully closed.

Transaxle in P position.

Air conditioning switched off.
(2) Turn the ignition switch OFF.
(3) Prepare a TOYOTA hand±held tester.
(4) Connect the TOYOTA hand±held tester to DLC3 at
the lower of the instrument panel.
(5) Turn the ignition switch ON and switch the TOYOTA
hand±held tester ON.
(6) Switch the TOYOTA hand±held tester from Normal
mode to Check mode (Check that the MIL flashes).
(7) Start the engine (MIL goes out after the engine
starts).
(8) Simulate the conditions of the malfunction de-
scribed by the customer.
NOTICE:
Leave the ignition switch ON until you have checked the
DTCs, etc..
(9) After simulating the malfunction conditions, use the
TOYOTA hand±held tester diagnosis selector to
check the DTCs and freeze frame data, etc..
HINT:
Take care not to turn the ignition switch OFF, as turning it off
switches the diagnosis system from Check mode to Normal
mode, so all DTCs, etc. are erased.
(10) After checking the DTC, inspect the applicable cir-
cuit.

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(b) Clearance the DTC.
The following actions will erase the DTC and freezed
frame data. Operating an OBD II scan tool (complying
with SAE J1978) or TOYOTA hand±held tester to erase
the codes.
(See the OBD II scan tool's instruction book for operating
instructions.)
4. ROAD TEST
NOTICE:
Perform the test at normal operating ATF temperature 50 ± 80 °C (122 ± 176 °F).
(a) D POSITION TEST
Shift into the D position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and and check the following points:
(1) Check up±shift operation.
1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up±shift takes place, at the shift point shown in the automatic shift
schedule (See page SS±56).
HINT:

O/D Gear Up±shift Prohibition Control (1. Coolant temp. is 60 °C (140 °F) or less. 2. If there is a 10
km/h (6 mph) difference between the set cruise control speed and vehicle speed.)

O/D Gear Lock±up Prohibition Control (1. Brake pedal is depressed. 2. Coolant temp. is 60 °C
(140 °F) or less.)
(2) Check for shift shock and slip.
Check for shock and slip at the 1 " 2, 2 " 3 and 3 " O/D up±shifts.
(3) Check for abnormal noises and vibration.
Run at the D position lock±up or O/D gear and check for abnormal noises and vibration.
HINT:
The check for the cause of abnormal noises and vibration must be done very thoroughly as it could also be
due to loss of balance in the differential torque converter clutch, etc..
(4) Check kick±down operation.
While running in the D position, 2nd, 3rd and O/D gears, check to see that the possible kick±down
vehicle speed limits for 2 " 1, 3 " 2 and O/D " 3 kick±downs conform to those indicated on
the automatic shift schedule (See page SS±56).
(5) Check abnormal shock and slip at kick±down.
(6) Check the lock±up mechanism.

Drive in D position, O/D gear, at a steady speed (lock±up ON) of about 60 km/h (37 mph).

Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check that the engine speed does not change
abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine speed, there is no lock±up.
(b) 2 POSITION TEST
Shift into the 2 position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check up±shift operation.
Check to see that the 1 " 2 up±shift takes place and that the shift point conforms to the automatic
shift schedule (See page SS±56).
HINT:
There is no O/D up±shift and lock±up in the 2 position.
(2) Check engine braking.
While running in the 2 position and 2nd gear, release the accelerator pedal and check the engine
braking effect.
(3) Check for abnormal noises during acceleration and deceleration, and for shock at up±shift and
down±shift.

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OK if hot
Add if hot
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(c) L POSITION TEST
Shift into the 2 position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check the following points:
(1) Check no up±shift.
While running in the L position, check that there is no up±shift to 2nd gear.
(2) Check engine braking.
While running in the L position, release the accelerator pedal and check the engine braking ef-
fect.
(3) Check for abnormal noises during acceleration and deceleration.
(d) R POSITION TEST
Shift into the R position and fully depress the accelerator pedal and check for slipping.
CAUTION:
Before conducting this test ensure that the test area is free from people and obstruction.
(e) P POSITION TEST
Stop the vehicle on a grade (more than 5°) and after shifting into the P position, release the parking
brake. Then, check to see that the parking lock pawl holds the vehicle in place.
5. BASIC INSPECTION
(a) Check the fluid level.
HINT:

Drive the vehicle so that the engine and transaxle are at
normal operating temperature.
Fluid temp.: 70 ± 80 °C (158 ± 176 °F)

Only use the COOL range on the dipstick as a rough refer-
ence when the fluid is replaced or the engine does not
run.
(1) Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the park-
ing brake.
(2) With the engine idling and the brake pedal de-
pressed, shift the shift lever into all positions from P
to L position and return to P position.
(3) Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean.
(4) Push it back fully into the pipe.
(5) Pull it out and check that the fluid level is in the HOT
range.
If the level is at the low side, add new fluid.
Fluid type: ATF D±II or DEXRON®III (DEXRON®II)
NOTICE:
Do not overfill.
(b) Check the fluid condition.
If the level is at the low side, add new fluid.

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AT8562
AT3417
OK if hot
Add if hot
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(c) Replace the ATF.
(1) Remove the drain plug and drain the fluid.
(2) Reinstall the drain plug securely.
(3) With the engine OFF add new fluid through the oil
filler pipe.
Fluid type: ATF D±II or DEXRON®III (DEXRON®II)
Capacity: 3.9 liters (4.1 US qts, 3.4 Imp. qts)
(4) Start the engine and shift the shift lever into all posi-
tions from P to L position and then shift into P posi-
tion.
(5) With the engine idling, check the fluid level. Add
fluid up to the COOL level on the dipstick.
(6) Check the fluid level at the normal operating tem-
perature, 70 ± 80 °C (158 ± 176 °F), and add as
necessary.
NOTICE:
Do not overfill.
(d) Check the fluid leaks.
Check for leaks in the transaxle.
If there are leaks, it is necessary to repair or replace O±rings,
gasket, oil seals, plugs or other parts.
(e) Inspect and adjust the throttle cable.
(1) Check that the accelerator pedal is fully released.
(2) Check that the inner cable is not slack.
(3) Measure the distance between the outer cable end
and stopper on the cable.
Standard distance: 0 ± 1 mm (0 ± 0.04 in.)
If the distance is not the standard, adjust the cable by the ad-
justing nuts.

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Groove
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(f) Inspect and adjust the shift lever position.
When shifting the shift lever from the N position to other
positions, check that the lever can be shifted smoothly
and accurately to each position and that the position indi-
cator is not aligned with the correct position.
If the indicator is not aligned with the correct position, carry out
the following adjustment procedures.
(1) Loosen the nut on the shift lever.
(2) Push the control shaft fully rearward.
(3) Return the control shaft lever 2 notches to N posi-
tion.
(4) Set the shift lever to N position.
(5) While holding the shift lever lightly toward the R
position side, tighten the shift lever nut.
Torque: 13 N´m (130 kgf´cm, 9 ft´lbf)
(6) Start the engine and make sure that the vehicle
moves forward when shifting the lever from the N to
D position and reverses when shifting it to the R
position.
(g) Inspect and adjust the park/neutral position.
Check that the engine can be started with the shift lever
only in the N or P position, but not in other positions.
If it is not as stated above, carry out the following adjustment
procedures.
(1) Loosen the park/neutral position switch bolt and set
the shift lever to the N position.
(2) Align the groove and neutral basic line.
(3) Hold in position and tighten the bolt.
Torque: 5.4 N´m (55 kgf´cm, 48 in´lbf)
For continuity inspection of the park/neutral position
switch, see page DI±479.
(h) Check the idle speed.
Idle speed: 700 ± 50 rpm
(In N position and air conditioner OFF)
6. MECHANICAL SYSTEM TESTS
(a) Measure the stall speed.
The object of this test is to check the overall performance of the transaxle and engine by measuring
the stall speeds in the D and R positions.
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operating fluid temperature 50 ± 80 °C (122 ± 176 °F).

Do not continuously run this test longer than 5 seconds.

To ensure safety, conduct this test in a wide, clear level area which provides good traction.

The stall test should always be carried out in pairs. One technician should observe the condi-
tions of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is doing the test.
(1) Chock the 4 wheels.
(2) Connect an OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester to DLC3.
(3) Fully apply the parking brake.
(4) Keep your left foot pressed firmly on the brake pedal.
(5) Start the engine.

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(6) Shift into the D position. Press all the way down on the accelerator pedal with your right foot.
Quickly read the stall speed at this time.
Stall speed: 2,600 ± 150 rpm
(7) Do the same test in R position.
Stall speed: 2,600 ± 150 rpm
Evaluation:
ProblemPossible cause
(a) Stall speed low in D and R positions

Engine output may be insufficient

Stator one±way clutch is operating properly
HINT: If more than 600 rpm below the specified value, the torque
converter could be faulty.
(b) Stall speed high in D position

Line pressure too low

Forward clutch slipping

No.2 one±way clutch not operating properly

O/D clutch slipping
(c) Stall speed high in R position

Line pressure too low

Direct clutch slipping

1st and reverse brake slipping

O/D clutch slipping
(d) Stall speed high in D and R positions

Line pressure too low

Improper fluid level

O/D one±way clutch not operating properly
(b) Measure the time lag.
When the shift lever is shifted while the engine is idling, there will be a certain time lapse or lag before
the shock can be felt. This is used for checking the condition of the O/D direct clutch, forward clutch,
and 1st and reverse brake.
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operating fluid temperature 50 ± 80 °C (122 ± 176 °F).

Be sure to allow 1 minute interval between tests.

Take 3 measurements and take the average value.
(1) Connect an OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester to DLC3.
(2) Fully apply the parking brake.
(3) Start the engine and check idle speed.
Idle speed: 700 ± 50 rpm (In N position and air conditioner OFF)
(4) Shift the shift lever from N to D position. Using a stop watch, measure the time from when the
lever is shifted until the shock is felt.
In the same manner, measure the time lag for N " R.
Time lag:
N " D Less than 1.2 seconds
N " R Less than 1.5 seconds
Evaluation (If N " D time or N " R time lag is longer than specified):
ProblemPossible cause
N " D time lag is longer

Line pressure too low

Forward clutch worn

O/D one±way clutch not operating
N " R time lag is longer

Line pressure too low

Direct clutch worn

1st and reverse brake worn

O/D one±way clutch not operating properly

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7. HYDRAULIC TEST
Measure the line pressure
NOTICE:

Do the test at normal operation fluid temperature 50 ± 80 °C (122 ± 176 °F).

The line pressure test should always be carried out in pairs. One technician should observe
the conditions of wheels or wheel stoppers outside the vehicle while the other is doing the test.

Be careful to prevent SST's hose from interfering with the exhaust pipe.
(1) Warm up the ATF.
(2) Remove the test plug on the transaxle case front left side and connect SST.
(See page AX±21 for the location to connect SST)
SST 09992±00095 (09992±00231, 09992±00271)
(3) Fully apply the parking brake and chock the 4 wheels.
(4) Connect an OBD II scan tool or TOYOTA hand±held tester to DLC3.
(5) Start the engine and check idling speed.
(6) Keep your left foot pressed firmly on the brake pedal and shift into D position.
(7) Measure the line pressure when the engine is idling.
(8) Depress the accelerator pedal all the way down. Quickly read the highest line pressure when
engine speed reaches stall speed.
(9) In the same manner, do the test in R position.
Specified line pressure:
ConditionD position kPa (kgf/cm2, psi)R position kPa (kgf/cm2, psi)
Idling401 ± 461 (4.1 ± 4.7, 58 ± 66)804 ± 882 (8.2 ± 9.0, 117 ± 128)
Stall1,138 ± 1,236 (11.6 ± 12.6, 165 ± 179)1,716 ± 1,854 (17.5 ± 18.9, 249 ± 269)
If the measured pressure is not up to specified value, recheck the throttle cable adjustment and retest.
Evaluation
ProblemPossible cause
If the measured values at all position are higher

Throttle cable out of adjustment

Throttle valve defective

Regulator valve defective
If the measured values at all position are lower

Throttle cable out of adjustment

Throttle valve defective

Regulator valve defective

Oil pump defective

O/D direct clutch defective
If pressure is low in the D position only
D position circuit fluid leakage

Forward clutch defective
If pressure is low in the R position only

R position circuit fluid leakage

Direct clutch defective

1st and reverse brake defective

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8. MANUAL SHIFTING TEST
HINT:
With this test, it can be determined whether the trouble is within
the electrical circuit or is a mechanical problem in the transaxle.
(a) Disconnect the solenoid wire.
(b) Inspect the manual driving operation.
Check that the shift and gear positions correspond with
the table below.
While driving, shift through the L, 2 and D positions.
Check that the gear change corresponds to the shift posi-
tion.
Shift PositionGear Position
DO/D
2O/D
L1st
RReverse
PPawl Lock
HINT:
If the L, 2 and D position gear positions are difficult to positions
are difficult to distinguish, do the following read test.
If any abnormality is found in the above test, the problem is in
the transaxle itself.
(c) Connect the solenoid wire.
(d) Cancel out the DTC (See page DI±438).