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Tow Mode Switch

TOW MODE SWITCH

Description
When tow mode switch is ON, tow mode switch signals are sent to TCM from combination meter by CAN communication line. Then it's a tow mode condition.

Wiring Diagram-AT-TMSW

AT-TMSW-01:





AT-TMSW-01

Diagnostic Procedure
1. CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION LINE
Perform the self-diagnosis. Refer to AT-87, SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE. Pinout Values and Diagnostic Parameters
Is any malfunction in the CAN communication indicated in the results?
YES >> Check CAN communication line. Refer to DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE.
NO >> GO TO 2.

2. CHECK POWER SOURCE
1. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)








2. Check the voltage between tow mode switch connector terminal 1 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 3.

3. CHECK TOW MODE SWITCH
1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect tow mode switch connector.








3. Check continuity between tow mode switch connector M254 terminals 1 and 2.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace tow mode switch.

4. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
Check the following items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts.
^ Harness for short or open between combination meter connector terminal 35 and tow mode switch connector terminal 1.
Harness for short or open between tow mode switch connector terminal 2 and ground.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.

5. CHECK COMBINATION METER
Check the combination meter. Refer to COMBINATION METERS.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NO >> Repair or replace damaged parts.