The cause of the malfunction may be the cooling system.
Check whether the grille is blocked, whether coolant is leaking, the radiator fan operating condition and whether coolant has frozen.
| Area | Inspection |
|---|---|
| Grille blockage, coolant amount, coolant hoses, radiator fan | Check for overheating due to hybrid cooling system malfunction. |
| Inverter coolant temperature sensor (built-in inverter) | Check for temperature sensor malfunction. |
| Coolant freezing check | Check freeze frame values to determine whether the hybrid coolant was frozen when the DTC was stored. |
The inverter converts the high-voltage direct current of the HV battery into alternating current for the generator (MG1) and motor (MG2). The inverter generates heat during the conversion process. Therefore, the inverter is cooled by a special cooling system consisting of the inverter water pump assembly, the cooling fan, and a radiator. This cooling system is independent of the engine cooling system. The hybrid vehicle control ECU monitors the inverter water pump assembly, cooling fan and cooling system, and detects malfunctions.
This diagnostic procedure is referenced to in the diagnostic procedure of several DTCs.
If the result of this diagnostic procedure is normal, proceed as directed in the procedure for the DTC.
Refer to the precautions before inspecting high voltage circuit.
After the ignition switch is turned off, there may be a waiting time before disconnecting the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal.
When disconnecting and reconnecting the auxiliary battery
When disconnecting and reconnecting the auxiliary battery, there is an automatic learning function that completes learning when the respective system is used.
Make sure that the front side of the radiator grille is not blocked with anything.
Ask the customer if the front side of the radiator grille was blocked with anything.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Not blocked. | A |
| Is/was blocked. | B |
If the radiator grille is blocked, the inverter coolant temperature will increase and this DTC may be stored.
A
B
Check the HV coolant level in the inverter reserve tank.
Check for HV coolant leaks.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| No leaks are found and the HV coolant level in the inverter reserve tank assembly is above the low line. | A |
| No leaks are found and the HV coolant level in the inverter reserve tank assembly is below the low line. | B |
| HV coolant leaks are evident. | C |
After repairing the HV coolant leaks and adding coolant, perform the Active Tests "Activate the Inverter Water Pump" (Hybrid Control System) and "Control the Cooling Fan" (Engine Control System) and make sure that there are no malfunctions.
If there are signs of coolant leakage around the connecting parts of a hose and the inverter with converter assembly, replace the hose with a new one.
A
B
C
Check that the cooling system hoses are not kinked or clogged.
The cooling system hoses are not kinked or clogged.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Perform the "Control the Engine Cooling Fan" Active Test.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Control the Engine Cooling Fan |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Cooling fan operate | A |
| Cooling fan does not operate | B |
| Cooling fan do not stop |
Turn the ignition switch off.
A
B
Make sure that the HV coolant level is above the low line of the inverter reserve tank.
Be sure to perform the inspection with the auxiliary battery voltage at 11 V or more.
When the auxiliary battery voltage is low, the inverter water pump assembly may not operate.
According to the display on the GTS, perform the Active Test "Activate the Inverter Water Pump" and check the value of the Data List item "Inverter Water Pump Revolution".
| Active Test Display |
|---|
| Activate the Inverter Water Pump |
| Data List Display |
|---|
| Inverter Water Pump Revolution |
| Tester Display | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Inverter Water Pump Revolution | Ignition switch ON
During Active Test |
3000 to 9500 rpm |
Perform the Active Test with the inverter coolant temperature between -15 and 65°C (5 to 149°F).
When the inverter water pump assembly is not operating, the Data List item "Inverter Water Pump Revolution" displays a value 200 rpm or less.
Turn the ignition switch off.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Turn the ignition switch to ON (READY) and wait for 1 minute with the engine stopped.
Read the Data List with the engine stopped.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Generator Inverter Temperature |
| Motor Inverter Temperature |
| Boosting Converter Temperature (Upper) |
| Boosting Converter Temperature (Lower) |
| Inverter Coolant Water Temperature |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Other than below. | A |
| "Inverter Coolant Water Temperature" value is higher than the displayed temperature of any other Data List item by 20°C (68°F) or more. | B |
The lower limit temperature that can be displayed for "Generator Inverter Temperature", "Motor Inverter Temperature", "Boosting Converter Temperature (Upper)" and "Boosting Converter Temperature (Lower)" is 0°C (32°F). The lower limit temperature for "Inverter Coolant Water Temperature" is -40°C (-40°F). The "Inverter Coolant Water Temperature" value displayed on the GTS may be lower than the others, but this is not a malfunction.
Turn the ignition switch off.
A
B
Read the Freeze Frame Data item "Ambient Temperature" using the GTS.
Check if the Freeze Frame Data item "Ambient Temperature" is below the freezing temperature of the HV coolant.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Ambient Temperature value is above freezing temperature of the HV coolant. | A |
| Ambient Temperature value is below freezing temperature of the HV coolant. | B |
HV coolant (SLLC) with a 30% concentration freezes at -15°C (5°F) and HV coolant (SLLC) with a 50% concentration freezes at -35°C (-31°F).
If the HV coolant freezes in the HV radiator or inverter water pump, the coolant temperature in the inverter with converter assembly rises because the HV coolant cannot circulate. As a result, a DTC may be stored.
A DTC is stored when the inverter water pump impeller cannot rotate due to freezing of the HV coolant.
If DTCs are output due to freezing of the LLC, the problem symptom cannot be reproduced. Check the LLC replacement history and whether the LLC was frozen based on the ambient temperature when the DTCs were stored.
Turn the ignition switch off.
A
B
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Check the connector connections and contact pressure of the relevant terminals for the inverter water pump assembly connector.
The connector is connected securely, the terminals are not deformed or corroded and there are no contact problems.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.
Disconnect the inverter water pump assembly connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A197-32 (IWP) - A190-3 (SWP) | Ignition switch off | Below 1 Ω |
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A197-32 (IWP) or A190-3 (SWP) - Body ground and other terminals | Ignition switch off | 10 kΩ or higher |
Reconnect the inverter water pump assembly connector.
Reconnect the hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Be sure to perform the inspection with the auxiliary battery voltage at 11 V or more.
When the auxiliary battery voltage is low, the inverter water pump assembly may not operate.
Remove the INV W/PMP fuse from No. 1 engine room relay block and No. 1 junction block assembly.
According to the display on the GTS, read the Data List.
| Tester Display |
|---|
| Inverter Water Pump Revolution |
| Tester Display | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Inverter Water Pump Revolution | Ignition switch ON | 200 rpm or less |
Turn the ignition switch off.
Install the INV W/PMP fuse.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| *a | Component with harness connected
(Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU) |
*b | Front view of wire harness connector
(to Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU) |
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A197-32 (IWP) - I278-1 (E1) | Ignition switch ON | 11 to 14 V |
Make sure to check for and clear DTCs after performing this inspection.
Turn the ignition switch off.
Reconnect the hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Connect an oscilloscope between the hybrid vehicle control ECU terminals specified in the table below.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Check the waveform while turning the ignition switch to ON.
| *a | Component with harness connected
(Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU) |
- | - |
| Item | Content |
|---|---|
| Terminal | A197-32 (IWP) - I278-1 (E1) |
| Equipment Setting | 5 V/DIV., 50 ms./DIV. |
| Condition | Ignition switch ON |
Waveform duty ratio is between 3% and 9%.
Turn the ignition switch off.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
| Proceed to |
|---|
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After replacing the inverter water pump assembly, add HV coolant and perform air bleeding.
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| NEXT |
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