Last Modified: 08-21-2023 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001R0M4
Model Year Start: 2021 Model: Avalon HV Prod Date Range: [08/2020 -           ]
Title: THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (READY); 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [08/2020 -        ]

Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (READY)

DESCRIPTION

When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is in the cabin and the power switch is pressed, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) receives a signal and changes the power source mode. Additionally, when the shift lever is in P and the brake pedal is depressed, the hybrid control system can be started by pressing the power switch. If the steering is unlocked, the hybrid control system can also be started by pressing the power switch with the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed.

Related Data List and Active Test Items

Problem Symptom

Data List and Active Test

Power source mode does not change to ON (READY)

Power Source Control

  • Stop Light Switch1
  • Steering Unlock Switch
  • Shift P Signal
  • IG Relay Monitor (Inside)
  • IG Relay Monitor (Outside)
  • Latch Circuit
  • Starter Request Signal
  • Power Supply Condition

Smart Key

  • Immobiliser
  • Engine Start Request
  • L Code Check

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • When using the Techstream with the power switch off, connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then select the vehicle type under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key. While using the Techstream, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the Techstream and the vehicle.
  • The smart key system (for Start Function, HV Model) uses the LIN communication system and CAN communication system. Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting. Troubleshoot the smart key system (for Start Function, HV Model) after confirming that the communication systems are functioning properly.

    Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING

  • If the smart key system (for Start Function, HV Model) has been canceled, enable the system before performing troubleshooting.

    Click here 2019 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [04/2018 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): CUSTOMIZE PARAMETERS

  • Inspect the fuses of circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
  • Before replacing the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or electrical key transmitter sub-assembly, refer to Registration.

    Click here 2021 - 2022 MY Avalon HV [08/2020 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): REGISTRATION

  • After completing repairs, confirm that the problem does not recur.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK POWER SWITCH CONDITION

(a) Get into the vehicle while carrying an electrical key transmitter sub-assembly.

(b) Move the shift lever to P.

(c) With the brake pedal released, check that pressing the power switch causes the power source mode to change.

Result

Proceed to

Power source mode changes : Off → on (ACC) → on (IG) → off

A

Power source mode does not change to on (ACC) or on (IG)

B

Power source mode changes to on (IG) but not to on (ACC)

C

Power source mode changes to on (ACC) but not to on (IG)

D
B

GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (IG and ACC))

C

GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (ACC))

D

GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Power Source Mode does not Change to ON (IG))

A

2.

READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (STOP LIGHT SWITCH1)

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the power switch on (IG).

(c) Turn the Techstream on.

(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Power Source Control / Data List.

(e) Read the Data List according to the display on the Techstream.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Stop Light Switch1

State of brake pedal

OFF or ON

OFF: Brake pedal released

ON: Brake pedal depressed
  • Use this item to determine if the stop light switch assembly is malfunctioning.
  • The hybrid control system cannot be started when this item is OFF.
  • If the stop light switch assembly is malfunctioning, the hybrid control system can be started by pressing and holding the power switch for a certain period of time.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Stop Light Switch1

OK:

The Techstream display changes correctly in response to the brake pedal operation.

NG

GO TO STEP 7

OK

3.

READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (SHIFT P SIGNAL)

(a) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Power Source Control / Data List.

(b) Read the Data List according to the display on the Techstream.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Shift P Signal

Shift position P

OFF or ON

OFF: Shift lever not in P

ON: Shift lever in P

Use this item to determine whether the shift lever position switch (P) is malfunctioning.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Shift P Signal

OK:

The Techstream display changes correctly in response to the shift lever operation.

NG

GO TO STEP 10

OK

4.

READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (STARTER REQUEST SIGNAL)

(a) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Power Source Control / Data List.

(b) Read the Data List according to the display on the Techstream.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Measurement Item

Range

Normal Condition

Diagnostic Note

Starter Request Signal

Hybrid control system start request signal status

OFF or ON

OFF: The power switch is not pressed

ON: With the shift lever in P and the brake pedal depressed, the power switch is pressed and held
  • When the hybrid control system cannot be started due to a start request signal malfunction, OFF is displayed.
  • When the power switch is pressed, the duration of time that ON is displayed will be extremely short. As such, the power switch needs to be pressed and held for a certain period of time.

Body Electrical > Power Source Control > Data List

Tester Display

Starter Request Signal

NOTICE:

Check that the key indicator display is displayed on the multi-information display in the combination meter assembly, and then press the power switch.

OK:

The Techstream display changes correctly in response to the power switch operation.

NG

GO TO STEP 11

OK

5.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) - HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU)

(a) Disconnect the G40 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

(b) Disconnect the G46 hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G40-27 (ST2) - G46-9 (ST2)

Always

Below 1 Ω

G40-27 (ST2) or G46-9 (ST2) - Other terminals and body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher
NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK

6.

CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)

(a) Connect the G40 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

(b) Connect the G46 hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.

(c) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G40-27 (ST2) - Body ground

With the brake pedal depressed, the power switch is pressed and held → After approx. 3 sec. has elapsed, the power switch is released

8.5 V or higher → 1.0 V or less

*a

Component with harness connected

(Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly))
OK

GO TO HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM

NG

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7.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY - POWER SOURCE AND BODY GROUND)

(a) Measure the voltage and resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A33-7 (B) - Body ground

Power switch off

11 to 14 V

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A33-2 (GND) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω
NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK

8.

CHECK STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY

(a) Check the stop light switch assembly.

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NG

REPLACE STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY

OK

9.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) - STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY)

(a) Disconnect the A33 stop light switch assembly connector.

(b) Disconnect the K10 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

(c) Disconnect the A23 hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.

(d) Disconnect the G21 shift lock control unit assembly connector.

(e) Disconnect the A35 skid control ECU (brake booster with master cylinder assembly) connector.

(f) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

K10-25 (STP1) - A33-3 (L)

Always

Below 1 Ω

K10-25 (STP1) or A33-3 (L) - Other terminals and body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher
OK

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NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

10.

CHECK SHIFT LOCK CONTROL UNIT ASSEMBLY

(a) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G40-22 (P) - Body ground

Shift lever in P → Shift lever not in P

9 V or higher → 2.76 V or less

*a

Component with harness connected

(Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly))
OK

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NG

GO TO STEP 13

11.

CHECK STEERING LOCK FUNCTION

(a) Check that the steering unlocks when the power switch is turned on (ACC).

OK:

The steering unlocks.

NG

GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Unable to Unlock Steering Wheel (Hybrid Control System cannot Start))

OK

12.

CHECK SECURITY INDICATOR LIGHT (IMMOBILISER FUNCTION UNSET)

(a) Get into the vehicle while carrying an electrical key transmitter sub-assembly.

(b) Move the shift lever to P.

(c) Press the power switch with the brake pedal released and check that the security indicator light changes from blinking to off at the same time that the power source mode changes to on (ACC).

OK:

The security indicator light changes from blinking to off at the same time that the power source mode changes to on (ACC).

HINT:

The immobiliser function can be determined to be operating correctly if the security indicator light changes from blinking to off at the same time that the power source mode changes to on (ACC).

OK

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NG

GO TO OTHER PROBLEM (Immobiliser System does not Operate Properly)

13.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) - SHIFT LOCK CONTROL UNIT ASSEMBLY)

(a) Disconnect the G40 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

(b) Disconnect the G21 shift lock control unit assembly connector.

(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G40-22 (P) - G21-3 (P2)

Always

Below 1 Ω

G40-22 (P) or G21-3 (P2) - Other terminals and body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher
OK

REPLACE SHIFT LOCK CONTROL UNIT ASSEMBLY

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR