DESCRIPTION
The MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) is used to indicate the detection of vehicle malfunctions by the ECM. When the engine switch is turned on (IG), power is supplied to the MIL circuit and the ECM provides the circuit ground which illuminates the MIL.
The MIL operation can be checked visually. When the engine switch is first turned on (IG), the MIL should be illuminated and should then turn off when the engine is started. If the MIL remains illuminated or is not illuminated, conduct the following troubleshooting procedure using the GTS.
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
PROCEDURE
CHECK THAT MIL IS ILLUMINATED
Perform troubleshooting in accordance with the table below.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| MIL remains on | A |
| MIL does not illuminate | B |
CHECK WHETHER MIL TURNS OFF
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
Check if any DTCs have been stored. Note down any DTCs.
Clear DTCs (Click here).
Check if the MIL goes off.
| OK |
|---|
| MIL goes off. |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CHECK FOR SHORT IN WIRE HARNESS)
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Check that the MIL is not illuminated.
| OK |
|---|
| MIL is not illuminated. |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COMBINATION METER - ECM)
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Disconnect the combination meter connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
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CHECK THAT MIL IS ILLUMINATED
Check if the MIL is illuminated when the engine switch is turned on (IG).
| OK |
|---|
| MIL is illuminated. |
CHECK THAT ENGINE STARTS
Turn the engine switch on (IG).
Start the engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Engine starts | A |
| Engine does not start* | B |
*: The GTS cannot communicate with the ECM.
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (COMBINATION METER - ECM)
Disconnect the ECM connector.
Disconnect the combination meter connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
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REPAIR CIRCUITS INDICATED BY OUTPUT DTCSClick here
REPLACE ECMClick here
REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLYClick here
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
END
GO TO VC OUTPUT CIRCUITClick here
REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLYClick here
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR