DESCRIPTION
The 4WD ECU assembly is connected to the combination meter assembly via the CAN communication system. If any of the following conditions are detected, the multi-information display indicates a malfunction in the dynamic torque control 4WD/AWD system.
There is a malfunction in the 4WD ECU assembly internal circuit.
A low voltage is applied to the power source for the 4WD ECU assembly.
There is a malfunction in the CAN communication system.
There is a malfunction in the brake control system.
During fail-safe function.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Note
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
PROCEDURE
CHECK FOR DTC (CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND DYNAMIC TORQUE CONTROL 4WD/AWD SYSTEM)
Check if CAN communication system DTCs are output.
Check if the dynamic torque control 4WD/AWD system DTC is output.
Tech Tips
When DTCs indicating a CAN communication system malfunction are output, repair the CAN communication system before repairing each corresponding sensor.
| Result | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| B |
|
GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION (HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING) Click here |
| C |
|
REPAIR CIRCUIT INDICATED BY OUTPUT CODE (DYNAMIC TORQUE CONTROL 4WD/AWD SYSTEM) Click here |
| A |
|
CHECK 4WD ECU ASSEMBLY
Check if the 4WD ECU assembly connector is securely connected.
| OK |
|---|
| The connector is securely connected. |
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
CONNECT CONNECTOR TO ECU CORRECTLY |
| OK |
|
INSPECT BATTERY
Check the battery voltage.
| Standard Voltage |
|---|
| 11 to 14 V |
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM Click here |
| OK |
|
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (IG1 TERMINAL)
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to 4WD ECU Assembly) |
Disconnect the F14 4WD ECU assembly connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Voltage | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
|
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (GND TERMINAL)
Turn the ignition switch off.
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to 4WD ECU Assembly) |
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
|
READ VALUE USING GTS (4WD WARNING LIGHT)
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Chassis / Four Wheel Drive / Data List.
According to the display on the GTS, read the Data List.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4WD Warning Light | AWD warning (multi-information display) | OFF or ON | OFF: Warning off ON: Warning on |
- |
| Tester Display |
|---|
| 4WD Warning Light |
Check the GTS display condition of the 4WD warning light.
| Result | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| A |
|
GO TO METER / GAUGE SYSTEM (HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING) Click here |
| B |
|
REPLACE 4WD ECU ASSEMBLY Click here |