Driving assist systems
Winter driving tipsVc output circuit
Description
The ecm constantly generates 5 v power from the battery voltages supplied to
the +b (batt) terminal to
operate the microprocessor. The ecm also provides this power to the sensors
through the vc output
circuit.
When the vc circuit is short-circuited, the microprocessor in the ...
Checking the battery
Check the battery as follows.
■ Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections,
cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable
and exp ...
Before refueling the vehicle
Close all the doors and windows, and turn the engine switch to the
“lock” position (vehicles without a smart key system) or off (vehicles
with a smart key system).
Confirm the type of fuel.
Fuel types
Unleaded gasoline (octane rating 87 [research octane number 91] or
higher)
Cauti ...