Taillight Relay Circuit
The main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) controls the operation of the TAIL relay.
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
- Inspect the fuses for circuits related to this system before performing the following inspection procedure.
- If the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) is replaced, refer to Registration (See page
).*1 - *1: w/ Smart Key System
PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (TAILLIGHT RELAY)
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the ignition switch to ON.
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Main Body / Active Test.
(e) Perform the Active Test according to the display on the Techstream.
Main BodyTester Display | Test Part | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
Taillight Relay |
Taillight relay |
ON/OFF |
- |
OK:
Taillight relay operates. (Taillights illuminate.)
| OK | ![]() |
PROCEED TO NEXT SUSPECTED AREA SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE |
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CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (BATTERY - DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK)
(a) Disconnect the 1K driver side junction block connector.
(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
1K-1 - Body ground |
Always |
11 to 14 V |
| NG | ![]() |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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INSPECT DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK
(a) Remove the driver side junction block (See page
).
(b) Remove the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) from the driver side junction block.
Text in Illustration *a |
Component without harness connected (Driver Side Junction Block) |
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(c) Connect a positive (+) lead from the battery to terminal 1K-1.
(d) Connect a negative (-) lead from the battery to terminal MB-14 (TRLY).
(e) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
1F-3 - Battery negative terminal |
Always |
11 to 14 V |
| OK | ![]() |
REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU) |
| NG | ![]() |
REPLACE DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK |
Test yourself
A quick Toyota Tacoma quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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