Toyota Avalon (XX50): Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Bank 1 or Single Sensor No Signal (P034031). Camshaft Position Sensor "B" Bank 1 Circuit Short to Ground (P036511,P036515). Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Circuit Current B

Toyota Avalon (XX50) 2019-2022 Service & Repair Manual / Engine / A25a-fxs Engine Control / Sfi System / Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Bank 1 or Single Sensor No Signal (P034031). Camshaft Position Sensor "B" Bank 1 Circuit Short to Ground (P036511,P036515). Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Circuit Current B

Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Bank 1 or Single Sensor No Signal (P034031)

DESCRIPTION

Refer to DTC P034011.

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DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

MIL

Memory

Note

P034031

Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Bank 1 or Single Sensor No Signal

No camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) signal for 5 seconds at an engine speed of 600 rpm or higher (1 trip detection logic).

  • Open or short in camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) circuit
  • Camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft)
  • Intake camshaft
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0340

Reference: Inspection using an oscilloscope.

Click here

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

If no pulse signal is transmitted by the camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) despite the camshaft rotating, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction of the sensor.

MONITOR STRATEGY

Related DTCs

P0340: Camshaft position sensor verify pulse input

Required Sensors/Components (Main)

Camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft)

Required Sensors/Components (Related)

Crankshaft position sensor

Frequency of Operation

Continuous

Duration

5 seconds

MIL Operation

Immediate

Sequence of Operation

None

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

All of the following conditions are met

-

Auxiliary battery voltage

8 V or higher

Power switch

On (IG)

Camshaft position sensor voltage

0.3 to 4.7 V

Engine speed

600 rpm or higher

Camshaft position sensor range check fail (P0342, P0343)

Not detected

Hybrid control module judge

Engine running

Lost communication with hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly (U0293)

Not detected

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

Camshaft position sensor signal

No signal

CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN

HINT:

  • After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.

    Click here

  • When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.

    Click here

  1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
  2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
  3. Turn the Techstream on.
  4. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
  5. Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
  6. Turn the power switch on (IG).
  7. Turn the Techstream on.
  8. Put the engine in Inspection Mode (Maintenance Mode).

    Click here

  9. Start the engine [A].
  10. Idle the engine for 10 seconds or more [B].
  11. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes [C].
  12. Read the pending DTCs.

    HINT:

    • If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If a pending DTC is not output, perform the following procedure.
  13. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
  14. Input the DTC: P034031.
  15. Check the DTC judgment result.

    Techstream Display

    Description

    NORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System normal

    ABNORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System abnormal

    INCOMPLETE

    • DTC judgment not completed
    • Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions

    HINT:

    • If the judgment result is NORMAL, the system is normal.
    • If the judgment result is ABNORMAL, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If the judgment result is INCOMPLETE, perform steps [B] through [C] again.
    • [A] to [C]: Normal judgment procedure.

      The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.

    • When clearing the permanent DTCs, do not disconnect the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal or attempt to clear the DTCs during this procedure, as doing so will clear the universal trip and normal judgment histories.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Refer to DTC P034011.

Click here

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Vehicle Control History may be stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly if the engine is malfunctioning. Certain vehicle condition information is recorded when Vehicle Control History is stored. Reading the vehicle conditions recorded in both the Freeze Frame Data and Vehicle Control History can be useful for troubleshooting.

    Click here

    (Select Powertrain in Health Check and then check the time stamp data.)

    Click here

  • If any "Engine Malfunction" Vehicle Control History item has been stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly, make sure to clear it. However, as all Vehicle Control History items are cleared simultaneously, if any Vehicle Control History items other than "Engine Malfunction" are stored, make sure to perform any troubleshooting for them before clearing Vehicle Control History.

    Click here

HINT:

  • If no problem is found through this diagnostic troubleshooting procedure, there may be a mechanical problem with the engine.
  • Read Freeze Frame Data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as Freeze Frame Data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, Freeze Frame Data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Camshaft Position Sensor (for Intake Camshaft))

HINT:

Make sure that the connector is properly connected. If it is not, securely connect it and check for DTCs again.

(a) Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) connector.

(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(c) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C12-3 (VC) - Body ground

Power switch on (IG)

4.5 to 5.5 V

C12-1 (VVI+) - Body ground

Power switch on (IG)

3.0 to 5.0 V

(d) Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.

(e) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C12-3 (VC) - C12-1 (VVI+)

Power switch off

1.425 to 1.575 kΩ

C12-2 (VVI-) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

NG

GO TO STEP 4

OK

2.

CHECK SENSOR INSTALLATION AND CONDUCT VISUAL INSPECTION (CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR INTAKE CAMSHAFT))

*a

Clearance

(a) Visually check the camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) for damage.

(b) Check the camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) installation condition.

OK:

The camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) does not have any damage and is installed properly.

NG

SECURELY REINSTALL CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR INTAKE CAMSHAFT)

OK

3.

INSPECT INTAKE CAMSHAFT (TIMING ROTOR)

(a) Check the timing rotor of the intake camshaft.

OK:

Camshaft timing rotor does not have any cracks or deformation.

HINT:

Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the intake camshaft.

Click here

OK

REPLACE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR INTAKE CAMSHAFT)

NG

REPLACE INTAKE CAMSHAFT

4.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR INTAKE CAMSHAFT) - ECM)

(a) Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (for intake camshaft) connector.

(b) Disconnect the ECM connector.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C12-1 (VVI+) - C55-90 (VV1+)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C12-2 (VVI-) - C55-89 (VV1-)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C12-3 (VC) - C55-88 (VCV1)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C12-1 (VVI+) or C55-90 (VV1+) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C12-2 (VVI-) or C55-89 (VV1-) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C12-3 (VC) or C55-88 (VCV1) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

OK

REPLACE ECM

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

Camshaft Position Sensor "B" Bank 1 Circuit Short to Ground (P036511,P036515)

DESCRIPTION

The camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) (EV1 signal) consists of a magnet and MRE (Magneto Resistance Element).

The exhaust camshaft has a timing rotor for the camshaft position sensor. When the exhaust camshaft rotates, changes occur in the air gaps between the timing rotor and MRE, which affects the magnetic field. As a result, the resistance of the MRE material fluctuates. The camshaft position sensor converts the camshaft rotation data to pulse signals, uses the pulse signals. The ECM uses the pulse signals to determine the camshaft angle. Then the ECM uses this data to control fuel injection duration, injection timing and the Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

MIL

Memory

Note

P036511

Camshaft Position Sensor "B" Bank 1 Circuit Short to Ground

The camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) output voltage is less than 0.3 V for 4 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Open or short in camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) circuit
  • Camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft)
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0367

P036515

Camshaft Position Sensor "B" Bank 1 Circuit Short to Battery or Open

The camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) output voltage is higher than 4.7 V for 4 seconds or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Open or short in camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) circuit
  • Camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft)
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0368

Reference: Inspection using an oscilloscope.

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MONITOR DESCRIPTION

If the output voltage transmitted by the camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) remains low or high, the ECM interprets this as a malfunction in the sensor circuit, illuminates the MIL and stores a DTC.

MONITOR STRATEGY

Related DTCs

P0367: Exhaust camshaft position sensor range check (low voltage)

P0368: Exhaust camshaft position sensor range check (high voltage)

Required Sensors/Components (Main)

Camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft)

Required Sensors/Components (Related)

Crankshaft position sensor

Frequency of Operation

Continuous

Duration

4 seconds

MIL Operation

Immediate

Sequence of Operation

None

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

All of the following conditions are met

-

Power switch

On (IG)

Time after power switch off to on (IG)

2 seconds or more

Auxiliary battery voltage

8 V or higher

Exhaust camshaft position sensor pulse input fail while starter off (P0365)

Not detected

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

P0367: Range Check (Low Voltage)

Exhaust camshaft position sensor voltage

Less than 0.3 V

P0368: Range Check (High Voltage)

Exhaust camshaft position sensor voltage

Higher than 4.7 V

CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN

HINT:

  • After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.

    Click here

  • When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.

    Click here

  1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
  2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
  3. Turn the Techstream on.
  4. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
  5. Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
  6. Turn the power switch on (IG) [A].
  7. Turn the Techstream on.
  8. Wait for 5 seconds or more [B].
  9. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes [C].
  10. Read the pending DTCs.

    HINT:

    • If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If a pending DTC is not output, perform the following procedure.
  11. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
  12. Input the DTC: P036511 or P036515.
  13. Check the DTC judgment result.

    Techstream Display

    Description

    NORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System normal

    ABNORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System abnormal

    INCOMPLETE

    • DTC judgment not completed
    • Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions

    HINT:

    • If the judgment result is NORMAL, the system is normal.
    • If the judgment result is ABNORMAL, the system is malfunctioning.
    • [A] to [C]: Normal judgment procedure.

      The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.

    • When clearing the permanent DTCs, do not disconnect the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal or attempt to clear the DTCs during this procedure, as doing so will clear the universal trip and normal judgment histories.

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Vehicle Control History may be stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly if the engine is malfunctioning. Certain vehicle condition information is recorded when Vehicle Control History is stored. Reading the vehicle conditions recorded in both the Freeze Frame Data and Vehicle Control History can be useful for troubleshooting.

    Click here

    (Select Powertrain in Health Check and then check the time stamp data.)

    Click here

  • If any "Engine Malfunction" Vehicle Control History item has been stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly, make sure to clear it. However, as all Vehicle Control History items are cleared simultaneously, if any Vehicle Control History items other than "Engine Malfunction" are stored, make sure to perform any troubleshooting for them before clearing Vehicle Control History.

    Click here

HINT:

Read Freeze Frame Data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as Freeze Frame Data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, Freeze Frame Data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Camshaft Position Sensor (for Exhaust Camshaft))

HINT:

Make sure that the connector is properly connected. If it is not, securely connect it and check for DTCs again.

(a) Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) connector.

(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(c) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C15-3 (VC2) - Body ground

Power switch on (IG)

4.5 to 5.5 V

C15-1 (VVE+) - Body ground

Power switch on (IG)

3.0 to 5.0 V

(d) Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.

(e) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C15-3 (VC2) - C15-1 (VVE+)

Power switch off

1.425 to 1.575 kΩ

C15-2 (VVE-) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

OK

REPLACE CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR EXHAUST CAMSHAFT)

NG

2.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (FOR EXHAUST CAMSHAFT) - ECM)

(a) Disconnect the camshaft position sensor (for exhaust camshaft) connector.

(b) Disconnect the ECM connector.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C15-1 (VVE+) - C55-91 (EV1+)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C15-2 (VVE-) - C55-114 (EV1-)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C15-3 (VC2) - C55-113 (VCE1)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C15-1 (VVE+) or C55-91 (EV1+) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C15-2 (VVE-) or C55-114 (EV1-) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C15-3 (VC2) or C55-113 (VCE1) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

OK

REPLACE ECM

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Circuit Current Below Threshold (P040318,P040319,P140018,P140019)

DESCRIPTION

Refer to DTC P04019C.

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DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

MIL

Memory

Note

P040318

Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Circuit Current Below Threshold

Open or short in EGR A circuit for 1 second or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Open or short in EGR valve assembly circuit
  • EGR valve assembly
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0489

P040319

Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Circuit Current Above Threshold

Short in EGR A circuit for 1 second or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Short in EGR valve assembly circuit
  • EGR valve assembly
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0490

P140018

Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Control Circuit 2 Circuit Current Below Threshold

Open or short in EGR B circuit for 1 second or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Open or short in EGR valve assembly circuit
  • EGR valve assembly
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0489

P140019

Exhaust Gas Recirculation "A" Control Circuit 2 Circuit Current Above Threshold

Short in EGR B circuit for 1 second or more (1 trip detection logic).

  • Short in EGR valve assembly circuit
  • EGR valve assembly
  • ECM

Comes on

DTC stored

SAE Code: P0490

MONITOR DESCRIPTION

These DTCs are stored if an open or short in the EGR valve assembly circuit is detected.

Example:

  • If the EGA+, EGA-, EGB+ or EGB- operation signal is off, but the step motor output signal is on, the ECM determines that there is a short in the EGR valve assembly circuit, and stores a DTC P040319 or P140019.
  • If the EGA+, EGA-, EGB+ or EGB- operation signal is on, and the step motor output signal is off, the ECM determines that there is an open or short in the EGR valve assembly circuit, and stores a DTC P040318 or P140018.

MONITOR STRATEGY

Related DTCs

P0489: EGR A circuit range check (low voltage)

P0489: EGR B circuit range check (low voltage)

P0490: EGR A circuit range check (high current)

P0490: EGR B circuit range check (high current)

Required Sensors/Components (Main)

EGR valve assembly

Required Sensors/Components (Related)

-

Frequency of Operation

Continuous

Duration

1 second

MIL Operation

Immediate

Sequence of Operation

None

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

All

Both of the following conditions are met

-

Auxiliary battery voltage

10.5 V or higher

Time after power switch off to on (IG)

0.5 seconds or more

P0489: EGR A Circuit Range Check (Low Voltage)

Exhaust gas recirculation control circuit motor phase A high current fail (P0490)

Not detected

P0489: EGR B Circuit Range Check (Low Voltage)

Exhaust gas recirculation control circuit motor phase B high current fail (P0490)

Not detected

P0490: EGR A Circuit Range Check (High Current)

Exhaust gas recirculation control circuit motor phase A low voltage fail (P0489)

Not detected

P0490: EGR B Circuit Range Check (High Current)

Exhaust gas recirculation control circuit motor phase B low voltage fail (P0489)

Not detected

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

P0489: EGR A Circuit Range Check (Low Voltage)

Either of the following conditions is met

-

Motor phase A positive terminal voltage detected by motor driver IC

0.2 V or less

Motor phase A negative terminal voltage detected by motor driver IC

0.2 V or less

P0489: EGR B Circuit Range Check (Low Voltage)

Either of the following conditions is met

-

Motor phase B positive terminal voltage detected by motor driver IC

0.2 V or less

Motor phase B negative terminal voltage detected by motor driver IC

0.2 V or less

P0490: EGR A Circuit Range Check (High Current)

One of the following conditions is met

-

Motor phase A positive terminal current detected by motor driver IC

1.2 A or more

Motor driver MOSFET temperature for motor phase A positive terminal detected by motor driver IC

150°C (302°F) or higher

Motor phase A negative terminal current detected by motor driver IC

1.2 A or more

Motor driver MOSFET temperature for motor phase A negative terminal detected by motor driver IC

150°C (302°F) or higher

P0490: EGR B Circuit Range Check (High Current)

One of the following conditions is met

-

Motor phase B positive terminal current detected by motor driver IC

1.2 A or more

Motor driver MOSFET temperature for motor phase B positive terminal detected by motor driver IC

150°C (302°F) or higher

Motor phase B negative terminal current detected by motor driver IC

1.2 A or more

Motor driver MOSFET temperature for motor phase B negative terminal detected by motor driver IC

150°C (302°F) or higher

CONFIRMATION DRIVING PATTERN

HINT:

  • After repair has been completed, clear the DTC and then check that the vehicle has returned to normal by performing the following All Readiness check procedure.

    Click here

  • When clearing the permanent DTCs, refer to the "CLEAR PERMANENT DTC" procedure.

    Click here

  1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
  2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
  3. Turn the Techstream on.
  4. Clear the DTCs (even if no DTCs are stored, perform the clear DTC procedure).
  5. Turn the power switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
  6. Turn the power switch on (IG) [A].
  7. Turn the Techstream on.
  8. Put the engine in Inspection Mode (Maintenance Mode).

    Click here

  9. Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or higher [B].
  10. With the engine running, drive the vehicle at 20 km/h (12 mph) or more for 10 minutes or more [C].

    CAUTION:

    When performing the confirmation driving pattern, obey all speed limits and traffic laws.

    HINT:

    If the engine stops, further depress the accelerator pedal to restart the engine.

  11. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Trouble Codes [D].
  12. Read the pending DTCs.

    HINT:

    • If a pending DTC is output, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If a pending DTC is not output, perform the following procedure.
  13. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Utility / All Readiness.
  14. Input the DTC: P040318, P040319, P140018 or P140019.
  15. Check the DTC judgment result.

    Techstream Display

    Description

    NORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System normal

    ABNORMAL

    • DTC judgment completed
    • System abnormal

    INCOMPLETE

    • DTC judgment not completed
    • Perform driving pattern after confirming DTC enabling conditions

    HINT:

    • If the judgment result is NORMAL, the system is normal.
    • If the judgment result is ABNORMAL, the system is malfunctioning.
    • If the judgment result is INCOMPLETE, perform the steps [B] through [D] again.
    • [A] to [D]: Normal judgment procedure.

      The normal judgment procedure is used to complete DTC judgment and also used when clearing permanent DTCs.

    • When clearing the permanent DTCs, do not disconnect the cable from the auxiliary battery terminal or attempt to clear the DTCs during this procedure, as doing so will clear the universal trip and normal judgment histories.

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Vehicle Control History may be stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly if the engine is malfunctioning. Certain vehicle condition information is recorded when Vehicle Control History is stored. Reading the vehicle conditions recorded in both the Freeze Frame Data and Vehicle Control History can be useful for troubleshooting.

    Click here

    (Select Powertrain in Health Check and then check the time stamp data.)

    Click here

  • If any "Engine Malfunction" Vehicle Control History item has been stored in the hybrid vehicle control ECU assembly, make sure to clear it. However, as all Vehicle Control History items are cleared simultaneously, if any Vehicle Control History items other than "Engine Malfunction" are stored, make sure to perform any troubleshooting for them before clearing Vehicle Control History.

    Click here

HINT:

Read Freeze Frame Data using the Techstream. The ECM records vehicle and driving condition information as Freeze Frame Data the moment a DTC is stored. When troubleshooting, Freeze Frame Data can help determine if the vehicle was moving or stationary, if the engine was warmed up or not, if the air fuel ratio was lean or rich, and other data from the time the malfunction occurred.

PROCEDURE

1.

PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (CONTROL THE EGR STEP POSITION)

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(c) Turn the Techstream on.

(d) Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature reaches 75°C (167°F) or higher.

HINT:

The A/C switch and all accessory switches should be off.

(e) Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine / Active Test / Control the EGR Step Position / Data List / Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure, Coolant Temperature and Engine Independent.

Powertrain > Engine > Active Test

Active Test Display

Control the EGR Step Position

Data List Display

Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure

Coolant Temperature

Engine Independent

(f) Confirm that the value of Data List item Engine Independent is "Operate" then check the value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure while performing the Active Test.

NOTICE:

  • Make sure that the value of Data List item Engine Independent is "Operate" while performing the Active Test.
  • Do not leave the EGR valve open for 10 seconds or more during the Active Test.
  • Be sure to return the EGR valve to step 0 when the Active Test is completed.
  • Do not open the EGR valve 30 steps or more during the Active Test.

OK:

The value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure changes in response to the EGR step position when the value of Engine Independent is "Operate".

Standard:

-

Control the EGR Step Position (Active Test)

0 Steps

0 to 30 Steps

Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure

(Data List)

(EGR valve is fully closed)

Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure value is at least +10 kPa (1.45 psi) higher than when EGR valve is fully closed

HINT:

  • If the value of Data List item Engine Independent is "Not Opr" when the engine is idling, charge control is being performed. Perform the Active Test after charge control is complete ("Operate" is displayed).
  • While performing the Active Test, if the increase in the value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure is small, the EGR valve assembly may be malfunctioning.
  • Even if the EGR valve assembly is malfunctioning, rough idling or an increase in the value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure may occur while performing the Active Test. However, the amount that the value of Intake Manifold Absolute Pressure increases will be smaller than normal.
OK

CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS

NG

2.

INSPECT EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY

(a) Inspect the EGR valve assembly.

Click here

HINT:

Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the EGR valve assembly.

Click here

NG

REPLACE EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY

OK

3.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (EGR VALVE ASSEMBLY - ECM)

(a) Disconnect the EGR valve assembly connector.

(b) Disconnect the ECM connector.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

C45-1 (EGA+) - C55-3 (EGA+)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C45-2 (EGA-) - C55-4 (EGA-)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C45-4 (EGB+) - C55-6 (EGB+)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C45-3 (EGB-) - C55-5 (EGB-)

Always

Below 1 Ω

C45-1 (EGA+) or C55-3 (EGA+) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C45-2 (EGA-) or C55-4 (EGA-) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C45-4 (EGB+) or C55-6 (EGB+) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

C45-3 (EGB-) or C55-5 (EGB-) - Body ground and other terminals

Always

10 kΩ or higher

OK

REPLACE ECM

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

Knock Sensor 1 Bank 1 or Single Sensor Circuit Short to Battery or Open (P032515). Crankshaft Position Sensor "A" Circuit Short to Ground (P033511,P033515). Camshaft Position Sensor "A" Bank 1 or Sing

Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1 (P042000)

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Toyota Avalon (XX50) 2019-2022 Service & Repair Manual > Sfi System: Cold Start Ignition Timing Performance (P050B00)
MONITOR DESCRIPTION This monitor will run when the engine is started at an engine coolant temperature of -10 to 50°C (14 to 122°F). The DTC is stored after the engine idles for 13 seconds (2 trip detection logic). The DTC is designed to monitor the ignition timing at cold start. When the engine is ...

Toyota Avalon (XX50) 2019-2022 Service & Repair Manual

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