The ECM constantly generates a 5 V power source voltage from the battery voltage supplied to the +B, +B2 (BATT) terminals to operate the microprocessor. The ECM also provides this power to the sensors through the VC output circuit.
When the VC circuit has a short circuit, the microprocessor in the ECM and sensors that are supplied power through the VC circuit are deactivated because power is not supplied from the VC circuit. When the system is in this condition, it will not start.
For the circuit diagram of the ECM power source refer to the ECM power source circuit.
VC Output Circuit
Check the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
| *a | Component with harness connected
(to ECM) |
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A1-3 (+B) - Body ground | Ignition switch ON | 11 to 14 V |
| A1-4 (+B2) - Body ground | Ignition switch ON | 11 to 14 V |
If the result is not as specified, since current is not flowing to the +B and +B2 terminals of the ECM, the system may not be started.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the throttle body with motor assembly connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the throttle body with motor assembly.
A
B
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for intake camshaft of bank 1) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for intake camshaft of bank 2) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for exhaust camshaft of bank 1) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for exhaust camshaft of bank 2) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor (for high pressure side) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel pressure sensor (for high pressure side).
A
B
Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor (for low pressure side) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the fuel pressure sensor (for low pressure side).
A
B
Disconnect the mass air flow meter sub-assembly connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible (w/ Secondary Air Injection System) | A |
| Communication is not possible (w/o Secondary Air Injection System) | B |
| Communication is possible | C |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
A
B
C
Disconnect the emission control valve set (for bank 1) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the emission control valve set (for bank 2) connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the power steering oil pressure switch connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible (for Manual Transmission Models) | A |
| Communication is not possible (for Automatic Transmission Models) | B |
| Communication is possible | C |
A
B
C
Disconnect the clutch stroke sensor connector.
Turn the ignition switch to ON.
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
It can be checked using the "Engine" item of the Data List.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the throttle body with motor assembly connector.
Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for intake camshaft of bank 1) connector.
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for intake camshaft of bank 2) connector.
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for exhaust camshaft of bank 1) connector.
Disconnect the VVT sensor (for exhaust camshaft of bank 2) connector.
Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor (for high pressure side) connector.
Disconnect the fuel pressure sensor (for low pressure side) connector.
Disconnect the mass air flow meter sub-assembly connector.
Disconnect the power steering oil pressure switch connector.
Disconnect the emission control valve set (for bank 1) connector (w/ Secondary Air Injection System).
Disconnect the emission control valve set (for bank 2) connector (w/ Secondary Air Injection System).
Disconnect the clutch stroke sensor connector (for manual transmission models).
Disconnect the ECM connectors.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| E2-30 (VCTA) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A1-19 (VCPA) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A1-29 (VCP2) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| E1-26 (VCNE) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| E1-20 (VCV1) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| E1-18 (VCV2) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| E2-23 (VC) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A1-23 (VCAI) - Body ground* | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
*: w/ Secondary Air Injection System
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG