SERVICE INFORMATION FOR ELECTRICAL INCIDENT
Work flow
STEP | DESCRIPTION | |
STEP 1 | Get detailed information about the conditions and the
environment when the incident occurred.
The following are key pieces of information required to make a good analysis: |
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WHAT | Vehicle Model, Engine, Transmission/Transaxle and the System (i.e. Radio). | |
WHEN | Date, Time of Day, Weather Conditions, Frequency. | |
WHERE | Road Conditions, Altitude and Traffic Situation | |
HOW | System Symptoms, Operating Conditions (Other Components
Interaction).
Service History and if any After Market Accessories have been installed. |
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STEP 2 | Operate the system, road test if necessary.
Verify the parameter of the incident. If the problem cannot be duplicated, refer to “Incident Simulation Tests”. |
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STEP 3 | Get the proper diagnosis materials together including:
Identify where to begin diagnosis based upon your knowledge of the system operation and the customer comments. |
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STEP 4 | Inspect the system for mechanical binding, loose
connectors or wiring damage.
Determine which circuits and components are involved and diagnose using the Power Supply Routing and Harness Layouts. |
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STEP 5 | Repair or replace the incident circuit or component. | |
STEP 6 | Operate the system in all modes. Verify the system works properly under all conditions. Make sure you have not inadvertently created a new incident during your diagnosis or repair steps. |
Control units and electrical parts
PRECAUTIONS
Diagnosis system (BCM) (without intelligent key system)
COMMON ITEM
COMMON ITEM : CONSULT Function (BCM - COMMON ITEM)
APPLICATION ITEM
CONSULT performs the following functions via CAN communication with BCM.
Direct Diagnostic Mode
Description
Ecu Identification
The BCM part number is displayed.
Self Diagnostic ...
Hill Descent Control System (if so equipped)
Hill Descent Control System
WARNING
Never rely solely on the hill descent
control system to control vehicle speed
when driving on steep downhill grades.
Always drive carefully and attentively
when using the hill descent control system
and decelerate the vehi ...
Warning/indicator lights
Warning
light
Name
Anti-lock Braking
System (ABS) warning
light
Brake warning light
Charge warning
light
Low tire pressure
warning light
Low windshield
washer fluid warning
light
Master w ...