check engine light TOYOTA CAMRY V20 1986 Service Information

Checking of Refrigeration System with Manifold Gauge
This is a method in which the trouble is located by using a manifold gauge. Read the manifold gauge
pressure when the following conditions are established:
(a) Temperature at the air inlet is 30 ± 35
°C (86 ± 95°F)
(b) Engine running at 1,500 rpm
(e) Blower fan speed switch set at high speed
(d) Temperature control lever set at cool side
HINT: It should be noted that the gauge indications may vary slightly due to ambient temperature condi±
tions.
NORMALLY FUNCTIONING
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
Gauge reading:
Low pressure side
1.5 ± 2.0 kg/cm
2
(21 ± 28 psi, 147 ± 196 kPa)
High pressure side
14.5 ± 15.0 kg /cm
2
(206 ± 213 psi, 1,422±1,471 kPa
Each pointer of manifold gauge
point to position A
Expansion valve improperly mounted, heat
sensing tube defective (opens too wide)
Does not coo! (cools from time to time in
some cases) Refrigerant overcharge or insufficient
cooling of condenserMoisture present in refrigeration system
Periodically cools and then fails to cool
Air present in refrigeration systemPoor circulation of refrigerant
Refrigerant does not circulateDoes not cool sufficiently
Does not cool sufficiently
Insufficient compressionInsufficient refrigerantPosition of Pointers
Insufficient cooling Insufficient cooling
Insufficient cooling
Low is D
High is OBetween A and B
Does not coolCondition Trouble
± AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMTroubleshootingAC±18

Diagnosis System (A140E)
DESCRIPTION
1. A self±diagnosis function is built into the electrical control system.
Warning is indicated by the overdrive OFF indicator.
HINT: Warning and diagnostic codes can be read only when
the overdrive switch is ON. If OFF, the overdrive OFF
indicator is lit continuously and will not blink.
(a) If a malfunction occurs within the speed sensors (No.
1 or 2) or solenoids (No. 1 or 2), the overdrive OFF
light will blink to. warn the driver. .
However, there will be no warning of a malfunction with
lock±up solenoid.
(b) The diagnostic code can be read by the number of blinks of
the overdrive OFF indicator when terminals
Tt and E1 are short±circuited. (See page AT±17)
tc) The throttle position sensor or brake signal are not indi-
cated, but inspection can be made by checking the voltage at
terminal Tt of the check connector (diagnosis).
(d) The signals to each gear can be checked by measuring the
voltage at terminal Tt of the check connector while driving.
2. The diagnostic (malfunction) code is retained in memory by the
CPU and due to back±up voltage, is not canceled out when the
engine is turned off. Consequently, after repair, it is necessary
to turn the ignition switch off and remove the fuse EFI (15A) or
disconnect the ECT computer connector to cancel out the diag-
nostic (malfunction)
code. (See page AT±18)
HINT:
wLow battery voltage will cause faulty operation of the diag-
nosis system. Therefore, always check the battery first.
w Use a voltmeter and ohmmeter that have an impedance
of at least 10 k 11 IV.
CHECK O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. The O/D OFF light will come on when the O/D switch is
placed at OFF.
3. When the O/D switch is set to ON, the O/D OFF light
should go out.
If the O/D OFF light flashes when the O/D switch is set
to ON, the electronic control system is faulty.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Diagnosis System) (A140E)AT±16

wIn the event of a malfunction, the fight will blink once every
0.5 seconds. The number of blinks will equal the first num-
ber and, after 1.5 seconds pause, the second number of the
two digit diagnostic code. If there are two or more codes,
there will be a 2.5 seconds pause between each.
HINT: In the event of several trouble codes occurring
simultaneously, indication will begin from the smaller
value and continue to the larger.
4. REMOVE SST
SST 09843±18020
READ DIAGNOSTIC CODE
1. TURN IGNITION SWITCH AND O/D SWITCH TO ON
Do not start the engine.
HINT: Warning and diagnostic codes can be read only
when the overdrive switch is ON. If OFF, the overdrive OFF
light will light continuously and will not blink.
2. SHORT ECT TERMINAL CIRCUIT OF CHECK
CONNECTOR
Using a SST, short terminals Tt and E1 of the check
connector.
SST 09843±18020
(Diagnostic Code Indication)
wIf the system is operating normally, the light will
blink once every 0.25 seconds. 3. READ DIAGNOSTIC CODE
Read the diagnostic code as indicated by the number
of times the O/D OFF indicator flashes.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Diagnosis System) (A140E)AT±17

5. INSPECT AND ADJUST SHIFT CABLE
When shifting the shift lever from the N position to oth-
er positions, check that the lever can be shifted
smoothly and accurately to each position and that the
position indicator correctly indicates the position.
If the indicator is not aligned with the correct position,
carry out the following adjustment procedures.
(a) Loosen the swivel nut on manual shift lever.
(b) Push the manual lever fully toward the right side of the
vehicle.
(c) Return the lever two notches to NEUTRAL position.
(d) Set the shift lever to N.
(e) While holding the lever lightly toward the R range
side, tighten the swivel nut.
6. ADJUST NEUTRAL START SWITCH
If the engine will start with the shift selector in any
range other than N or P range, adjustment is required.
(a) Loosen the neutral start switch bolts and set the shift
selector to the N range.
(b) Align the groove and neutral basic line.
(c) Hold in position and tighten the bolts.
Torque: 55 kg±cm (48 in.±Ib, 5.4 N±m)
7. INSPECT IDLE SPEED (N RANGE)
Idle speed: 700 rpm 4. INSPECT AND ADJUST THROTTLE CABLE
(a) Depress the accelerator pedal all the way and check that the
throttle valve opens fully.
HINT: If the valve does not open fully, adjust the accelerator
link.
(b) Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
(c) Loosen the adjustment nuts.
(d) Adjust the outer cable so that the distance between the end
of the boot and stopper on the cable is the standard.
Standard boot and cable stopper distance:
0± 1 mm 10±0.04 in.)
(e) Tighten the adjusting nuts.
(f ) Recheck the adjustments.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Preliminary Check) (A144L and A140E)AT±22

3. INSPECT EACH UP±SHIFT POSITION
(a) Warm up the engine.
Coolant temperature: 176
°F (80°C)
(b) Turn the O/D switch to ºONº.
(c) Place the pattern select switch in ºNormalº and the shift
lever into the D range.
(d) During a road test (above 10 km/h or 6 mph) check that
voltage at the ECT terminal is as indicated below for
each up±shift position.
If the voltage rises from 0V to 7V in the sequence
shown, the control system is okay.
The chart on the left shows the voltmeter reading and
corresponding gears. .
HINT: Determine the gear position by a light shock or
change in engine rpm when shifting. The lock±up clutch
will turn ON only infrequently during normal 2nd and 3rd
gear operation. To trigger this action, press the acceler-
ator pedal to 50% or more of its stroke. At less than
50%, the voltage may change in the sequence 2V ± 4V
± 6V ± 7V. 2. INSPECT BRAKE SIGNAL
(a) Depress the accelerator pedal until the ECT terminal
indicates 8V.
(b) Depress the brake pedal and check the voltage read-
ing from the ECT terminal.
(c) Brake pedal depressed . . . . . . . . . . 0V
Brake pedal released . . . . . . . . . . . . 8V
If not as indicated, there is a malfunction in either the
stop light switch or circuit.
INSPECTION OF Tt TERMINAL VOLTAGE
1. INSPECT THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL
(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON. Do not start the engine.
(b) Connect a voltmeter to terminals Tt and E1.
(c) While slowly depressing the accelerator pedal,
check that ECT terminal voltage rises in sequence.
if the voltage does not change in proportion to the
throttle opening angle, there is a malfunction in the
throttle position sensor or circuit.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Electronic Control System) (A140E)AT±31

(e) Turn the O/D switch ON.
(d) Select the normal pattern.
(e) Drive .at around 50 km/h (31 mph) to where 7, 5 or 3
volts appears on the voltmeter (this is the lock±up
range) .
(f) Depress the accelerator pedal and read the tachometer.
If there is a big jump in engine rpm there is not lock±
up. 8. INSPECT PATTERN SELECTION SWITCH
Inspect that there is continuity between 5 and each ter-
minal. .
HINT: As there are diodes inside, be careful of the test-
er probe polarity.
10. INSPECT LOCK±UP MECHANISM
(a) Warm up the coolant and ATF.
(b) Connect a voltmeter to the check connector terminals
Tt and E1.
11. INSPECT BRAKE SIGNAL
Check that the brake light comes on when the brake
pedal is depressed. 9. INSPECT O/D SWITCH
Inspect that there is continuity between terminals 1 and 3.
S/W positionTerminal
Terminal Pattern
NORM
PWR
OFF
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Electronic Control System) (A140E)AT±35

2. 2 RANGE TEST
Shift into the 2 range and, while driving with the accel-
erator pedal held constantly at the full throttle valve
opening position, push in one of the pattern selectors
and check on the following points.
(a) Check to see that the 1 ±2 up±shift takes place and
that the shift point conforms to it shown on the auto-
matic shift schedule. (See page AT±49)
(b) White running in the 2 range and 2nd gear, re-
lease the accelerator pedal and check the en-
gine braking effect.
EVALUATION
If there is no engine braking effect:
wSecond coast brake is defective (d) While running in the D range, 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 kickdowns conform to those indicated on the
automatic shift schedule. (See page AT±49)
(e) Check for abnormal shock and slip at kick±down.
(f) Check for the lock±up mechanism:
(1) Drive in D range ± O/D gear, at a steady speed
(lock±up ON) of about 75 km/h (47 mph).
(2) Lightly depress the. accelerator pedal and check
that the engine rpm does not change abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine rpm, there is no
lock±up.
(e) Check for abnormal noise at acceleration and
deceleration, and for shock at up±shift and
downshift.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Mechanical System Tests) (A140L and
A140E)AT±44

2. 2 RANGE TEST
Shift into the .2 range and, while driving with the accel-
erator pedal held constantly at the full throttle valve
opening position, check on the following points.
(a) Check to see that the 1 ± 2 up±shift takes place and
that the shift point conforms to it shown on the auto-
matic shift schedule. (See page AT±49) (f) Check for the lock±up mechanism.
(1) Drive in D range, O/D gear, at a steady speed
(lock±up ON) of about 70 km/h (43 mph).
(2) Lightly depress the accelerator pedal and check
that the engine rpm does. not change abruptly.
If there is a big jump in engine rpm, there is no
lock±up.
(b) While running in the 2 range and 2nd gear, re-
lease the accelerator pedal and check the en-
gine braking effect.
EVALUATION
If there is no engine braking effect:
Second coast brake is defective (d) While running in the D range, 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 kickdowns conform to those indicated
on the automatic shift schedule. (See page
AT±49)
(e) Check for abnormal shock and slip at kick±down.
(c) Check for abnormal noise at acceleration and de-
celeration, and for shock at up±shift and down-
shift.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Mechanical System Tests) (A140L and
A140E)AT±47

Diagnosis System
DESCRIPTION
1. A self±diagnosis function is. built into the electrical control
system. Warning is indicated by the overdrive OFF indicator.
HINT: Warning and diagnostic codes can be read only when
the overdrive switch is ON. If OFF, the overdrive OFF
indicator is lit continuously and will not blink.
(a) If a malfunction occurs within the speed sensors or sole-
noids, the overdrive OFF light will blink to warn the driver.
However, there will be no warning of a malfunction with
lock±up solenoid.
W The diagnostic code can be read by the number of
blinks of the overdrive OFF indicator when terminals
Tt and E1 are short±circuited. (See page AT± 191)
(c) The throttle position sensor or brake signal are not indicated,
but inspection can be made by checking the voltage at ter-
minal Tt of the check connector.
(d) The signals to each gear can be checked by measuring the
voltage at terminal Tt of the check connector while driving.
2. The diagnostic (malfunction) code is retained in memory by the
ECU and due to back±up voltage, is not canceled out when the
engine is turned off. Consequently, after repair, it is necessary
to turn the ignition switch off and remove the fuse EFI (15A)
(A540E) or DOME (20A)
(A540H) or disconnect the Engine and ECT ECU (A540E)
or ECT ECU (A540H) connector to cancel out the diagnostic
(malfunction) code. (See page AT±192)
HINT:
wLow battery voltage will cause faulty operation of the diag-
nosis system. Therefore, always check the battery first.
wUse a voltmeter and ohmmeter that have an impedance of
at least 10 k
/V.
CHECK O/D OFF INDICATOR LIGHT
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.
2. The O/D OFF light will come on when the O/D switch
placed at OFF.
3. When the O/D switch is set to ON, the O/D OFF light should go
out.
If the O/D OFF light flashes when the O/D switch is set to
ON, the electronic control system is faulty.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Diagnosis System) (A540E and A540H)AT±190

wn the event of a malfunction, the light will blink once
every 0.5 seconds. The number of blinks will equal
the first number and, after 1.5 seconds pause, the
second number of the two digit diagnostic code. If
there are two or more codes, there will be a 2.5 sec-
onds pause between each.
HINT: In the event of several trouble codes occurring
simultaneously, indication will begin from the smaller
value and continue to the larger.
4. REMOVE SST
SST 09843±18020
READ DIAGNOSTIC CODE
1. TURN IGNITION SWITCH AND O/D SWITCH TO ON
Do not start the engine.
HINT: Warning and diagnostic codes can be read only
when the overdrive switch is ON. If OFF, the overdrive OFF
light will light continuously and will not blink.
2. SHORT Tt TERMINAL CIRCUIT OF CHECK
CONNECTOR
Using SST, short terminals Tt and E1 of the check connector.
SST 09843±18020
3. READ DIAGNOSTIC CODE
Read the diagnostic code as indicated by the number of
times the O/D OFF light flashes.
(Diagnostic Code Indication)
wIf the system is operating normally, the light will blink
once every 0.25 seconds.
± AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLETroubleshooting (Diagnosis System) (A540E and A540H)AT±191