The engine hood courtesy switch is built into the hood lock assembly. This switch turns on when the engine hood is closed and turns off when the engine hood is opened.
Before replacing the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU), refer to Service Bulletin.
Read the Data List according to the display on the GTS.
| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hood Courtesy Switch Status | Engine hood courtesy switch | Close or Open | Close: Engine hood closed
Open: Engine hood open |
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The GTS display changes correctly in response to the engine hood courtesy switch (hood lock assembly) status.
| Tester Display |
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| Hood Courtesy Switch Status |
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
| Proceed to |
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| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Disconnect the E37 main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
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Click Location & Routing(A18,E37)Location & Routingewd_type=routing;type=c,c;code=A18,E37 Click Connector(A18)Engine Compartment>Engine Room Main Wire / Transmission Wire>Engine Hood Courtesy Switch (Hood Lock Assembly)ewd_type=component;type=c;code=A18;pinno=1,2 Click Connector(E37)Instrument Panel>Instrument Panel Wire / Radio Wiring Sub-Assy / Telephone Computer Wire>Multiplex Network Body ECUewd_type=component;type=c;code=E37;pinno=27 |
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| A18-1 (+) - E37-27 (HCTY) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A18-1 (+) or E37-27 (HCTY) - Other terminals and body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A18-2 (E) - Body ground | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG