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Inspection Procedure

HINT:

Techstream only:

Malfunctioning areas can be identified by performing the Control the Injection Volume for A/F Sensor function provided in the Active Test. The Control the Injection Volume for A/F Sensor function can help to determine whether the Air-fuel Ratio (A/F) sensor, Heated Oxygen (HO2) sensor and other potential trouble areas are malfunctioning.

The following instructions describe how to conduct the Control the Injection Volume for A/F Sensor operation using Techstream.

  1. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
  2. Put the engine in inspection mode (See CHECK MODE PROCEDURE  ).
  3. Start the engine and turn the tester ON.
  4. Warm up the engine at an engine speed of 2,500 rpm for approximately 90 seconds.
  5. On Techstream, enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Active Test / Control the Injection Volume for A/F Sensor.
  6. Perform the Control the Injection Volume for A/F Sensor operation with the engine in an idling condition (press the RIGHT or LEFT button to change the fuel injection volume).
  7. Monitor the output voltages of the A/F and HO2 sensors (AFS B1S1 and O2S B1S2 or AFS B2S1 and O2S B2S2) displayed on the tester.

HINT:

Standard 

FUEL INJECTION VOLUME REFERENCE

Tester Display (Sensor) Injection Volume Status Voltage
AFS B1S1 or AFS B2S1 (A/F) +25% Rich Less than 3.0
AFS B1S1 or AFS B2S1 (A/F) -12.5% Lean More than 3.35
O2S B1S2 or O2S B2S2 (HO2) +25% Rich More than 0.55
O2S B1S2 or O2S B2S2 (HO2) -12.5% Lean Less than 0.4
NOTE: The Air-Fuel Ratio (A/F) sensor has an output delay of a few seconds and the Heated Oxygen (HO2) sensor has a maximum output delay of approximately 20 seconds.
A/F SENSOR OUTPUT VOLTAGE REFERENCE

Case A/F Sensor (Sensor 1) Output Voltage HO2 Sensor (Sensor 2) Output Voltage Main Suspected Trouble Area
1
G05858324Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
G05858325Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
-
2
G05858326Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
G05858327Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  • A/F sensor
  • A/F sensor heater
  • A/F sensor circuit
3
G05858328Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
G05858329Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  • HO2 sensor
  • HO2 sensor heater
  • HO2 sensor circuit
4
G05858330Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
G05858331Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
  • Fuel pressure
  • Gas leakage from exhaust system (Air-fuel ratio extremely lean or rich)

HINT:

  1. CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P2A00 AND/OR P2A03) 
    1. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    3. Turn the tester ON.
    4. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Code.
    5. Read the DTCs.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Display (DTC Output) Proceed to
      P2A00 and/or P2A03 A
      P2A00 and/or P2A03 and other DTCs B

      HINT:

      If any DTCs other than P2A00 or P2A03 are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.

    B: GO TO DTC CHART 

    A: Go to next step 

  2. READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (OUTPUT VOLTAGE OF A/F SENSOR) 
    1. Connect Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Put the engine in inspection mode (See CHECK MODE PROCEDURE  ).
    3. Start the engine.
    4. Turn the tester ON.
    5. Warm up the Air-Fuel Ratio (A/F) sensor at an engine speed of 2,500 rpm for 90 seconds.
    6. On the tester, enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / AFS B1 S1 or AFS B2 S7 and Engine Speed.
    7. Check the the A/F sensor voltage three times, when the engine is in each of the following conditions:
      1. While idling (check for at least 30 seconds)
      2. At an engine speed of approximately 2,500 rpm (without any sudden changes in engine speed)
      3. Raise the engine speed to 4,000 rpm and then quickly release the accelerator pedal so that the throttle valve is fully closed.

        Standard voltage 

        TERMINALS VOLTAGE REFERENCE

        Condition A/F Sensor Voltage Variation Reference
        (1) and (2) Changes at approximately 3.3 V Between 3.1 V and 3.5 V
        (3) Increases to 3.8 V or more This occurs during engine deceleration when fuel-cut performed

        HINT:

        For more information, see the diagrams below.

        Fig 1: A/F Sensor Normal And Malfunction Condition Chart
        G05190536Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

        HINT:

        • If the output voltage of the A/F sensor remains at approximately 3.3 V (see Malfunction Condition diagram) under any conditions, including those above, the A/F sensor may have an open circuit, (this will also happen if the A/F sensor heater has an open circuit.)
        • If the output voltage of the A/F sensor remains at either approximately 3.8 V or more, or 2.8 V or less (see Malfunction Condition diagram) under any conditions, including those above, the A/F sensor may have a short circuit.
        • The ECM (Included in HV control ECU) stops fuel injection (fuel cut) during engine deceleration. This causes a lean condition and results in a momentary increase in the A/F sensor output voltage.
        • The ECM must establish a closed throttle valve position learning value to perform fuel cut. If the battery terminal has been reconnected, the vehicle must be driven over 10 mph (16 km/h) to allow the ECM to learn the closed throttle valve position.
        • When the vehicle is driven: The output voltage of the A/F sensor may be below 2.8 V during fuel enrichment. The vehicle translates this as a sudden increase in speed with the accelerator pedal fully depressed when trying to overtake another vehicle. The A/F sensor is functioning normally.
        • The A/F sensor is a current output element; therefore, the current is converted into a voltage inside the ECM. Measuring the voltage at the connectors of the A/F sensor or ECM will show a constant voltage result.

    NG: Go to step  9

    OK: Go to next step 

  3. PERFORM CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN 
  4. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P2A00 AND/OR P2A03) 
    1. Read the DTCs using Techstream.
    2. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Code.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Display (DTC Output) Proceed to
      P2A00 and/or P2A03 A
      No output B

    B: Go to step  8

    A: Go to next step 

  5. REPLACE AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR 
  6. PERFORM CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN 
  7. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P2A00 AND/OR P2A03) 
    1. Read the DTCs using Techstream.
    2. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Code.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Display (DTC Output) Proceed to
      No output A
      P2A00 and/or P2A03 B

    B: REPLACE HV CONTROL ECU AND PERFORM CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN 

    A: Go to next step 

  8. CONFIRM WHETHER VEHICLE HAS RUN OUT OF FUEL IN PAST 

    NO: CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS 

    YES: DTC CAUSED BY RUNNING OUT OF FUEL 

  9. INSPECT AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR 
    1. Disconnect the A3 or A4 A/F sensor connector.
    2. Measure the resistance between the terminals of the A/F sensor connector.

      Standard resistance 

      TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      HA1A, HA2A (1) - +B (2) 1.8 to 3.4 Ω at 200°C (68°F)
      HA1A, HA2A (1) - A1A-, A2A- (4) 10 kΩ or higher
    3. Reconnect the A/F sensor connector.
      Fig 2: Identifying Terminals Of A3 Or A4 A/F Sensor Connectors
      G05275549Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    NG: REPLACE AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR 

    OK: Go to next step 

  10. INSPECT A/F RELAY 
    1. Remove the A/F relay from the engine room R/B.
    2. Measure A/F relay resistance.

      Standard resistance 

      TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      3 - 5 10 kΩ or higher
      3 - 5 Below 1 Ω (when battery voltage applied to terminals 1 and 2)
    3. Reinstall the A/F relay.
      Fig 3: Inspecting A/F Relay
      G04942976Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

    NG: REPLACE A/F RELAY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  11. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (A/F SENSOR - HV CONTROL ECU) 
    1. Disconnect the A3 and A4 A/F sensor connectors.
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
    3. Measure the voltage between the +B terminal of the A/F sensor connector and body ground.

      Standard voltage 

      TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      +B (2) - Body ground 9 to 14 V
    4. Turn the ignition switch off.
    5. Disconnect the H33 HV control ECU connector.
    6. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard resistance (Check for open) 

      TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      HA1A (A4-1) - HA1A (H33-4) Below 1 Ω
      A1A+ (A4-3) - A1A+ (H33-22) Below 1 Ω
      A1A- (A4-4) - A1A- (H33-30) Below 1 Ω
      HA2A (A3-1) - HA2A (H33-3) Below 1 Ω
      A2A+ (A3-3) - A2A+ (H33-23) Below 1 Ω
      A2A- (A3-4) - A2A- (H33-31) Below 1 Ω
      Fig 4: Identifying Terminals Of H33 HV Control ECU Connector
      G05275677Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard resistance (Check for short) 

      TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

      Tester Connection Specified Condition
      HA1A (A4-1) or HA1A (H33-4) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
      A1A+ (A4-3) or A1A+ (H33-22) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
      A1A- (A4-4) or A1A- (H33-30) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
      HA2A (A3-1) or HA2A (H33-3) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
      A2A+ (A3-3) or A2A+ (H33-23) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
      A2A- (A3-4) or A2A- (H33-31) - Body ground 10 kΩ or higher
    7. Reconnect the HV control ECU connector.
    8. Reconnect the A/F sensor connector.

    NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK: Go to next step 

  12. CHECK AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM 
    1. Check the air induction system for vacuum leakage.

      OK: No leakage from air induction system. 

    NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM 

    OK: Go to next step 

  13. CHECK PCV HOSE 

    OK: PCV hose is connected correctly and is not damaged. 

    NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE PCV HOSE 

    OK: Go to next step 

  14. CHECK FUEL PRESSURE 
    1. Check the fuel pressure (See ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION ).

      Standard: 

      304 to 343 kPa (3.1 to 3.5 kgf/cm 2  , 44.1 to 49.7 psi) 

    NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE FUEL SYSTEM 

    OK: Go to next step 

  15. INSPECT FUEL INJECTOR 
    1. Check the injector injection (See INSPECTION ).

      Standard: 

      13 cm 3  (0.8 cu in.) or less 

    NG: REPLACE FUEL INJECTOR ASSEMBLY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  16. REPLACE AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR 
  17. PERFORM CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN 
  18. CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P2A00 AND/OR P2A03) 
    1. Read the DTCs using Techstream.
    2. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT /Trouble Code.

      Result 

      RESULT CHART

      Display (DTC Output) Proceed to
      No output A
      P2A00 and/or P2A03 B

    B: REPLACE HV CONTROL ECU 

    A: Go to next step 

  19. CONFIRM WHETHER VEHICLE HAS RUN OUT OF FUEL IN PAST 

    NO: CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS 

    YES: DTC CAUSED BY RUNNING OUT OF FUEL