54 -CHASSIS ELECTRICAL > 54A-CHASSIS ELECTRICAL > HEADLAMP > SYMPTOM PROCEDURES > HEADLAMP AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN FUNCTION DOES NOT WORK NORMALLY.
Inspection Procedure 5: The headlamp automatic shutdown function does not work normally.
caution
Before replacing the ECU, ensure that the power supply circuit, the earth circuit and the communication circuit are normal.
OPERATION
The ETACS-ECU operates this function in accordance with the input signals from column switch (lighting switch), ignition switch (IG1), and driver's door switch.
COMMENTS ON TROUBLE SYMPTOM
If the headlamp automatic shutdown function does not work normally, the above described input circuits or ETACS-ECU may have a problem. Also, it may be possible that the headlamp automatic shutdown function is set to "Disable" through customisation.
PROBABLE CAUSES
Malfunction of driver's door switch
Malfunction of the ETACS-ECU
Damaged harness wires and connectors
DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
STEP 1. Customise function check
Use the ETACS-ECU customise function to check that the "Head lamp auto cut customize" is set to "Enable (B-spec.)"
Is the check result normal?
Go to Step 2.
Use the ETACS-ECU customise function to set the "Head lamp auto cut customize" to "Enable (B-spec.)".
STEP 2. M.U.T.-IIISE diagnosis code
Check if diagnosis code is set in the ETACS-ECU.
Is the diagnosis code set?
Troubleshoot the ETACS-ECU. Refer to .
Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. M.U.T.-IIISE data list
Use the ETACS-ECU service data to check the signals related to the operation of headlamp automatic shutdown function.
Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.
Turn the lighting switch to the "TAIL" position.
Item No.
Item name
Normal condition
79
IG voltage
1 V or less
14
Headlamp switch (Tail)
ON
Turn the lighting switch to the "HEAD" position.
Item No.
Item name
Normal condition
15
Headlamp switch
ON
Open the driver's door.
Item No.
Item name
Normal condition
81
Driver’s door ajar switch
Open
OK: Normal conditions are displayed for all the items.
Is the check result normal?
Normal conditions are displayed for all the items. : Go to Step 4.
Normal condition is not displayed for item No. 79. : Troubleshoot the ETACS-ECU. Refer to Inspection Procedure 2 "The ignition switch (IG1) signal is not received" .
Normal condition is not displayed for item No. 14 or 341. : Troubleshoot the ETACS-ECU. Refer to Inspection Procedure 11 "The column switch signal is not received" .
Normal condition is not displayed for item No. 81. : Troubleshoot the ETACS-ECU. Refer to Inspection Procedure 5 "The front door switch (driver’s side) signal is not received" .
STEP 4. Retest the system
Check that the headlamp automatic shutdown function works normally.
Is the check result normal?
The trouble can be an intermittent malfunction (Refer to GROUP 00 - How to use Troubleshooting/inspection Service Points - How to Cope with Intermittent Malfunction ).