Last Modified: 7-3-2017 6.8:8.0.40 Doc ID: RM000001CU3004X
Model Year Start: 2007 Model: LX470 Prod Date Range: [08/2006 -           ]
Title: SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: TEST MODE PROCEDURE; 2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]

TEST MODE PROCEDURE

1. INPUT SIGNAL CHECK (Using SST check wire)

HINT:

This function checks if signals from the steering sensor, stop light switch, etc. are input normally to the ECU.

(a) In case of not using the intelligent tester:

Check the input signal.

(1) Turn the ignition switch OFF.

(2) Set each of the check items in the table below to the condition in Operation (A).

(3) Using SST, connect terminals 12 (TS) and 4 (CG) of DLC3.

SST: 09843-18040

(4) Turn the ignition switch ON.

HINT:

  • At this time the height control OFF indicator light comes on for 2 seconds, and then flashes at 0.25 second intervals.
  • When the height control OFF indicator does not flash, check the TS terminal circuit 2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: TS and CG Terminal Circuit .

(5) Each of the check items is set to the condition in Operation (B).

HINT:

When operation of the check items, the height control OFF indicator light comes on for 1 second.

Check Item

Operation (A)

Operation (B)

Steering angle sensor signal

Steering wheel straight ahead

Turn the steering wheel 36° or more

Stop light switch signal

OFF (Brake pedal not depressed)

ON (Brake pedal depressed)

Door courtesy switch signal

ON (Each door opened)

OFF (All doors closed)

Height control switch signal

Vehicle height is in NORMAL position

Vehicle height is in HIGH and LOW position

Damping mode select switch signal

Damping mode select switch is in NORMAL position

Turn damping mode select switch COMFORT to SPORT 2 both ways once

Height control switch signal

OFF (Height control switch not pushed)

ON (Height control switch pushed)

OFF (Height control switch released)

L4 position switch signal

Transfer shift lever is in H4 position

Shift transfer shift lever to L4 position

Center differential lock position switch signal

Center differential lock switch OFF (Not pushed)

Center differential lock switch ON to OFF (Pushed and released)

Vehicle speed sensor signal

Vehicle is in stationary condition

Vehicle speed 20 km/h (12 mph) or higher

(6) Using SST, connect terminal 13 (TC) and 4 (CG) of DLC3.

SST: 09843-18040

HINT:

This should be done while you connect terminals TS and CG.

(7) Read the test DTC output by the height control OFF indicator light.

HINT:

  • As an example, the blinking patterns for codes normal and 81 are as shown in the illustration.
  • If 2 or more malfunctions are indicated at the same time, the lowest numbered code will be displayed first.
  • When the DTC is not output, check the TC terminal circuit 2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: TC and CG Terminal Circuit .

(8) Check the malfunction using the DTC code in the table below.

(9) To exit from the input signal check mode, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect SST from the DLC3 and then turn the ignition switch ON.

SST: 09843-18040

(b) In case of using the intelligent tester:

(1) Turn the ignition switch OFF.

(2) Set each of the check items in the table below to the condition in Operation (A) in the table above.

(3) Hook up the intelligent tester to the DLC3.

(4) Turn the ignition switch ON.

(5) Select the SIGNAL CHECK mode on the intelligent tester.

(6) Each of the check items is set to the condition in Operation (B) in the table above.

HINT:

Individual checking of each signal can be performed.

(7) Read the DTC by following prompts on the tester screen.

HINT:

Refer to the intelligent tester operator's manual for further details.

2. DTC OF INPUT SIGNAL CHECK

If a DTC code is displayed during the test DTC check, check the circuit listed for that code.

DTC No.

Detection Item

Trouble Area

See Page

C1781/81

Steering angle sensor circuit malfunction

  • Steering angle sensor
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1777/77,C1781/81; Steering Angle Sensor Circuit

C1782/82

Stop light switch circuit malfunction

  • Stop light switch
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1782/82; Stop Light Switch Circuit

C1783/83

Door courtesy switch circuit malfunction

  • Door courtesy switch
  • Instrument Suspension control ECU
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1783/83; Door Courtesy Switch Circuit

C1786/86

Height select switch circuit malfunction

  • Suspension control switch (height select switch)
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1786/86; Height Control Switch Circuit

C1787/87

Damping mode select switch circuit malfunction

  • Suspension control switch (damping mode select switch)
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1787/87; Absorber Control Switch Circuit

C1788/88

Height control switch circuit malfunction

  • Suspension control switch (height control switch)
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1788/88; Height Control OFF Switch Circuit

C1789/89

L4 position switch circuit malfunction

  • L4 position switch
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1789/89; L4 Switch Circuit Malfunction

C1794/94

Front speed sensor RH circuit malfunction

  • Front speed sensor RH
  • Skid control ECU
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1794/94,C1795/95; Front Speed Sensor RH Circuit Malfunction

C1795/95

Front speed sensor LH circuit malfunction

  • Front speed sensor LH
  • Skid control ECU
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1794/94,C1795/95; Front Speed Sensor RH Circuit Malfunction

C1796/96

Center differential lock position switch circuit malfunction

  • Center differential lock position switch
  • Suspension control ECU
  • Wire harness

2007 MY LX470 [08/2006 -        ]; SUSPENSION CONTROL: ACTIVE HEIGHT CONTROL SUSPENSION: C1796/96; Differential Lock Detect Signal Circuit Malfunction

3. DAMPING FORCE CONTROLLING CONDITION CHECK

(a) Using SST, connect terminals 12 (TS) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

SST: 09843-18020

(b) Turn the ignition switch ON.

HINT:

In this condition, the damping force control actuator position becomes 1 position.

(c) Starting from the above mentioned position, as the brake pedal is depressed, the damping force control actuator position increases (1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6 → 7 → 8 → 9 → 10 → 11 → 12 → 13 → 14 → 15 → 16). At this time, bounce the vehicle and check that the shock absorber is becoming harder.

HINT:

  • To hold the damping force control actuator at a specific position, adjust it to the position using the above mentioned procedure then increase the vehicle speed to over 5 km/h (3 mph).
  • After that the damping force control actuator position does not change until the ignition switch is turned OFF.
  • If the damping force control actuator does not operate, inspect the damping force control actuator circuit and suspension control ECU.

4. HEIGHT CONTROL OPERATION TEST (ACTIVE TEST)

(a) Using SST, connect terminals 12 (TS) and 4 (CG) of the DLC3.

SST: 09843-18040

(b) Push the DOWN button of the height select switch 5 times or more within 5 seconds after starting the engine.

HINT:

At this time the height control OFF indicator light flashes at 0.25 second intervals.

(c) By operating each switch in the following table, check the operation of the height control of each wheel.

Vehicle Movement

Damping mode select switch

Height control switch

Height select switch

Front wheels up

COMFORT mode

-

Push UP button

Rear wheels up

COMFORT mode

Push and hold

Push UP button

Front wheels down

COMFORT mode

-

Push DOWN button

Rear wheels down

COMFORT mode

Push and hold

Push DOWN button

NOTICE:

Do not raise the vehicle height higher than the HI position when raising it with the active test.