The ECM constantly generates 5 V power source voltage from the auxiliary battery voltage supplied to the +B, +B2 (BATT) terminal of the ECM to operate the microprocessor. The ECM also provides this power source voltage 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.
Under normal conditions, the MIL is illuminated when the power switch is turned on (IG). The MIL goes off when the power switch is turned on (READY).
For the circuit diagram of the ECM power source refer to the ECM power source circuit.
VC Output Circuit
Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
Connect the GTS to the DLC3.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
| *1 | No. 1 Engine Room Relay Block and No. 1 Junction Block Assembly |
| *2 | EFI NO. 2 Fuse |
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (EFI NO. 2 fuse) - Body ground | Power switch on (IG) | 11 to 14 V |
Check the fuse with it installed to the No. 1 engine room relay block and No. 1 junction block assembly.
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 assembly connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the throttle body assembly.
A
B
Disconnect the camshaft position sensor connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure sensor connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the canister pump module connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the GTS on.
Check the communication between the GTS and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the Techstream on.
Check the communication between the Techstream and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
A
B
Disconnect the mass air flow meter sub-assembly connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
Turn the Techstream on.
Check the communication between the Techstream and ECM.
Communication can be checked by using the Data List item Engine.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Communication is not possible | A |
| Communication is possible | B |
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
A
B
Disconnect the differential pressure sensor connector.
Turn the power switch on (IG).
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 assembly connector.
Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor connector.
Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure sensor connector.
Disconnect the canister pump module connector.
Disconnect the fuel tank pressure sensor connector.
Disconnect the ECM connectors.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| C155-134 (VCTA) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C155-114 (VCV1) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C155-89 (VCPM) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A46-56 (VCPP) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A46-54 (VPTK) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C155-108 (VCVG) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C155-82 (VCNE) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| C155-122 (VCPX) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A46-2 (+B) - 1 (EFI NO. 2 fuse) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A46-3 (+B2) - 1 (EFI NO. 2 fuse) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG