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Taillight Control Relay Circuit


Taillight Control Relay Circuit

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
When the theft deterrent system is activated, it causes the Tr in the ECU to switch on and off at approximately 0.4 sec. intervals. This switch the taillight control relay on and off, thus flashing the taillights (See the wiring diagram below).
In the this condition, if any of the following operations is done, the Tr in the ECL goes off and the taillight control relay switch off, thus stopping the headlights flashing:
(1) Unlock the LH or RH door with key.
(2) Turn the ignition switch to ACC or ON position.
(3) Unlock the doors with the wireless door lock control system.
(4) Wait for approximately 1 minute.





WIRING DIAGRAM

Step 1:





INSPECTION PROCEDURE

HINT: The flow chart above is based on the premise that the taillight light up normally whenever the light control switch is operated. If taillight operation is not normal when the light control switch is operated, proceed to headlight troubleshooting.