TL AWD V6-3.7L (2010)
Data Link Connector: Testing and Inspection
DLC Circuit Troubleshooting
NOTE: If you suspect the HDS or the HDS DLC cable may be the source of the communication problem, verify that they are working properly by
connecting them to a known-good, like vehicle and system, and checking for communication problem.
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
2. Connect the HDS to the DLC See: Testing and Inspection/Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview.
NOTE: Make sure the HDS is properly connected to the DLC.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and read the HDS.
Does the HDS identify the vehicle?
YES -
Go to step 4.
NO -
Go to step 27.
4. Check for Pending or Confirmed DTCs in the PGM-FI system with the HDS.
Are any Pending or Confirmed DTCs indicated?
YES -
Go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO -
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If the HDS does not communicate with the SRS, go to step 5.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the VSA system, go to step 7.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the EPS, go to step 9.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the SH-AWD system, go to step 11.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the TPMS, go to step 13.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the IMMOBI (immobilizer) system, go to step 15.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the ONE PUSH START system, go to step 17.
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If the HDS does not communicate with the BODY ELECTRICAL system, go to step 19.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
6. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and watch the SRS indicator.
Does the SRS indicator come on and go off?
YES -
Go to step 21.
NO -
Go to the SRS general troubleshooting information See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Testing and Inspection/Reading and Clearing Diagnostic
Trouble Codes.
7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.
8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode, and watch the VSA indicator.
Does the VSA indicator come on and go off?
