Canada - Fuel System - MIL ON/DTC P0505 Stored In ECM

Bulletin
3204

Issue Date
July 10, 2009

Market
Canada

Title:
2GR-FE ENGINE MIL "ON" WITH DTC P0505

Component
ENGINE MECHANICAL

Models
'05-'09 Avalon; '07-'10 Camry; '08-'09 Highlander;
'06-'09 RAV4; '07-'10 Sienna; '09 Venza

INTRODUCTION:
Some vehicles with 2GR-FE engines may exhibit a MIL "ON" condition with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0505 stored in the Engine Control Module or ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM). Use the following repair procedure to address customer concerns.







APPLICABILITY:







WARRANTY INFORMATION:

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:







This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VIN shown.







PARTS INFORMATION:







REQUIRED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

NOTE:
Additional Techstream units may be ordered by completing the order form on ETAS and faxing it to (416) 431-8342.







REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Using ETAS Techstream, check for any stored DTCs.
Verify that DTC P0505 is present.

NOTE
If other DTCs are present along with P0505, this TSB does NOT apply. Follow Repair Manual procedures to diagnose those DTCs.

2. Inspect the PCV hose connections and air induction system for leaks.
3. If no concerns are found, replace the throttle body assembly.

Refer to the Repair Manual within E-TAS / TIS library:
- Division: Toyota
- Model: Avalon
- Year: 2005
- Service Category: Engine/Hybrid System
- Section: Engine Control
- Keyword: Throttle w/Motor Body Assy (2GR-FE): Replacement

- Division: Toyota
- Model: Applicable Model
- Year: Applicable Year
- Service Category: Engine/Hybrid System
- Section: Engine Control
- Keyword: 2GR-FE Engine Control System: Throttle Body: Removal
- Keyword: 2GR-FE Engine Control System: Throttle Body: Installation

4. Start the engine, allow it to reach normal operating temperature, and test drive to verify the repair.

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.