Lexus NX: Speedometer Malfunction
DESCRIPTION
The combination meter assembly receives vehicle speed signals from the brake booster with master cylinder assembly (skid control ECU) via the CAN communication line. The wheel speed sensors output voltages that vary according to the vehicle speed. The brake booster with master cylinder assembly (skid control ECU) supplies power to the wheel speed sensors. The brake booster with master cylinder assembly (skid control ECU) calculates the vehicle speed based on the pulses of the voltage.
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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
- When replacing the combination meter assembly, make sure to replace it with a new one.
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If the vehicle speed is outside the allowable range when tested, perform the operation check.
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HINT:
Before starting the following inspection, check tire size and tire air pressure.
PROCEDURE
| 1. | CHECK FOR DTC (CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM) |
(a) Check for DTCs.
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OK:
No DTCs are output.
| NG | .gif) | GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM |
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| 2. | CHECK FOR DTC (ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM) |
(a) Check for DTCs.
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OK:
No DTCs are output.
| NG | | GO TO ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED BRAKE SYSTEM |
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| 3. | PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (SPEED METER OPERATION) |
(a) Using the Techstream, perform the Active Test.
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| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Control Range | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed Meter Operation | Speedometer |
| There is a deviation in the values displayed on the speedometer display (Control range → Speedometer) with km/h units:
with mph units:
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| Tester Display |
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| Speed Meter Operation |
OK:
Speedometer indication is normal.
| NG | | REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY |
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| 4. | READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (VEHICLE SPEED METER) |
(a) Using the Techstream, read the Data List.
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| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Meter | Vehicle speed | Min.: 0 km/h (0 mph), Max.: 255 km/h (158 mph) | Almost the same as actual vehicle speed | - |
| Tester Display |
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| Vehicle Speed Meter |
HINT:
- When the Data List values of the ECUs match, an internal malfunction of the combination meter assembly is suspected.
- When the Data List values of the ECUs do not match, a signal output error of the brake booster with master cylinder assembly (skid control ECU) or an internal malfunction of the combination meter assembly is suspected.
OK:
Vehicle speed displayed on the Techstream is almost the same as the actual vehicle speed measured using a speedometer tester (calibrated chassis dynamometer).
| OK | | REPLACE COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY |
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| 5. | READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (VEHICLE SPEED) |
(a) Using the Techstream, read the Data List.
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| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Normal Condition | Reference Value | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed | Vehicle speed | Min.: 0 km/h (0 mph), Max.: 326 km/h (202 mph) | Almost the same as actual vehicle speed | - |
| Tester Display |
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| Vehicle Speed |
OK:
Vehicle speed displayed on the Techstream is almost the same as the actual vehicle speed measured using a speedometer tester (calibrated chassis dynamometer).
| NG | | REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER WITH MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY (SKID CONTROL ECU) |
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| 6. | CHECK COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY |
(a) Replace the combination meter assembly.
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(b) Check that the operation of the speedometer returns to normal.
OK:
The operation of the speedometer returns to normal.
| OK | | END (COMBINATION METER ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE) |
| NG | | REPLACE BRAKE BOOSTER WITH MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY (SKID CONTROL ECU) |
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