Toyota Corolla (E120) 2002–2008 Repair Manual / Diagnostics / Combination meter / Malfunction in tachometer
Toyota Corolla (E120): Malfunction in tachometer
Wiring diagram

Inspection procedure

- Check output value of ecm.
- Connect the hand–held tester to dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch to on and push the hand–held tester main switch on.
- Select the data list mode on the hand–held tester.


2 Inspect combination meter assy

(Reference) inspection using oscilloscope
- check the input signal waveform.
- Remove the combination meter assy with connectors still connected.
- Connect the oscilloscope to the terminals c9–19 of combination meter assy and body ground.
- Start engine.
- Check the signal waveform.




3 Check harness and connector(between ecm and combination meter assy)
- Remove the combination meter.
- check the continuity between terminals 5 (tach) of ecm and c9–19 of combination meter connector.
Standard: there is continuity.


Check and replace ecm
Other materials:
Circuit description
The variable valve timing (vvt) system includes the ecm, the oil control
valve (ocv) and the vvt controller.
The ecm sends a target ”duty–cycle” control signal to the ocv. This control
signal, applied to the ocv,
regulates the oil pressure supplied to the vvt controller. Camshaft timin ...
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water on the road is rising
This vehicle is not designed
to be able to drive on roads
that are deeply flooded with
water. Do not drive on roads
where the roads may be
submerged or the water
may be rising. It is dangerous
to remain in the vehicle,
if it is anticipated that the
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Doors
Unlocking and locking the
doors from the outside
■ Smart key system (if
equipped)
Carry the electronic key to
enable this function.
Grip the driver's door handle
to unlock the door. Holding
the driver's door handle for
approximately 2 seconds
unlocks all the doors. Grip
the front passenger ...


