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DTC P0A78-121: Drive Motor "A" Inverter Performance [08/2013 - ]: Procedure

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  1. CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HYBRID CONTROL) 
    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Trouble Codes.
    4. Check for DTCs.

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      P0A78-121 is stored before any of the DTCs in the table below are stored. A
      Any of the DTCs in the table below are stored before P0A78-121 is stored. B
      DTC No. Relevant Diagnosis
      P0A9C-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "A" Range / Performance
      P0A9D-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit Low
      P0A9E-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "A" Circuit High
      P0AC0-123 Hybrid Battery Pack Current Sensor Circuit Range / Performance
      P0AC1-123 Hybrid Battery Pack Current Sensor Circuit Low
      P0AC2-123 Hybrid Battery Pack Current Sensor Circuit High
      P0AC6-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "B" Range / Performance
      P0AC7-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "B" Circuit Low
      P0AC8-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "B" Circuit High
      P0ACB-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "C" Range / Performance
      P0ACC-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "C" Circuit Low
      P0ACD-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor "C" Circuit High
      P0AFC-123 Hybrid Battery Pack Sensor Module
      P3011-123, P3012-123, P3013-123, P3014-123, P3015-123, P3016-123, P3017-123, P3018-123, P3019-123, P3020-123, P3021-123, P3022-123, P3023-123, P3024-123, P3025-123, P3026-123, P3027-123 Battery Block # Becomes Weak
      P3065-123 Hybrid Battery Temperature Sensor Range / Performance Stuck "A"
      P308A-123 Hybrid Battery Voltage Sensor All Circuits Low

      HINT: 

      • Refer to the Freeze Frame data to determine the order in which the DTCs were stored.
      • P0A78-121 may be stored due to a malfunction which also causes DTCs in the preceding table to be stored. In this case, first troubleshoot the output DTCs in the preceding table. Then, perform a test to attempt to reproduce the problems, and check that no DTCs are output.
    5. Turn the power switch off.

    B → See step   43 

    A: Go to next step 

  2. CHECK DTC OUTPUT (HYBRID CONTROL) 
    1. Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
    2. Turn the power switch on (IG).
    3. Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Hybrid Control / Trouble Codes.
    4. Check for DTCs.

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      P0A78-121 only is output, or DTCs except the ones in the table below are also output. A
      Any of the following DTCs including pending DTCs are also output. B
      DTC No. Relevant Diagnosis
      P0A1A (all INF codes)*1 Generator Control Module
      P0A1B (all INF codes)*1 Drive Motor "A" Control Module
      P0A1D (all INF codes)*1 Hybrid Powertrain Control Module
      P0A3F-243 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit
      P0A40-500 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Range / Performance
      P0A41-245 Drive Motor "A" Position Sensor Circuit Low
      P0A4B-253 Generator Position Sensor Circuit
      P0A4C-513 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Range / Performance
      P0A4D-255 Generator Position Sensor Circuit Low
      P0A60 (all INF codes)*1 Drive Motor "A" Phase V Current
      P0A63 (all INF codes)*1 Drive Motor "A" Phase W Current
      P0A72 (all INF codes)*1 Generator Phase V Current
      P0A75 (all INF codes)*1 Generator Phase W Current
      P0A78-113, 128, 266, 267, 279, 284, 286, 287, 306, 503, 504, 505, 506, 565, 586, 806, 807, 808 Drive Motor "A" Inverter Performance
      P0A7A-122, 130, 322, 324, 325, 344, 517, 518, 809, 810, 811 Generator Inverter Performance
      P0A90-509 Drive Motor "A" Performance
      P0A92-521 Hybrid Generator Performance
      P0A93-346 Inverter Cooling System Performance
      P0A94-172, 442, 547, 548, 549, 553, 554, 555, 556, 557, 585, 587, 589, 590 DC / DC Converter Performance
      P0ADB-227 Hybrid Battery Positive Contactor Control Circuit Low
      P0ADC-226 Hybrid Battery Positive Contactor Control Circuit High
      P0ADF-229 Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit Low
      P0AE0-228 Hybrid Battery Negative Contactor Control Circuit High
      P0C73-776 Motor Electronics Coolant Pump "A" Control Performance
      P0C76-523 Hybrid Battery System Discharge Time Too Long
      P3004-803 High Voltage Power Resource
      P314A-828 Inverter Coolant Pump Speed Signal

      HINT: 

      • *1: If any INF codes are output for this DTC, refer to the corresponding diagnostic procedure.
      • P0A78-121 may be stored due to a malfunction which also causes DTCs in the preceding table to be stored. In this case, first troubleshoot the output DTCs in the preceding table. Then, perform a test to attempt to reproduce the problems, and check that no DTCs are output.
    5. Turn the power switch off.

    B → See step   36 

    A: Go to next step 

  3. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 4 

    NG → CONNECT SECURELY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - GENERATOR RESOLVER). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 3 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK: Go to next step 

  5. CHECK GENERATOR RESOLVER. Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 4 

    NG → See step   25 

    OK: Go to next step 

  6. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - MOTOR RESOLVER). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 5 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK: Go to next step 

  7. CHECK MOTOR RESOLVER. Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 6 

    NG → See step   27 

    OK: Go to next step 

  8. CHECK INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (GENERATOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) See step   9 

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  9. CHECK INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (MOTOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) See step   10 

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  10. CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (MG1) See step   11 

    NG → See step   32 

    OK: Go to next step 

  11. CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (MG2) See step   12 

    NG → See step   34 

    OK: Go to next step 

  12. CHECK INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY (FRAME WIRE CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Remove the connector cover assembly from the inverter with converter assembly.
      GTY364814Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    3. Check that the bolt for the frame wire is tightened to the specified torque, the frame wire is connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
      GTY404631Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Specified Condition

      T = 8.0 N*m (82 kgf*cm, 71 in.*lbf)

    4. Disconnect the S1 inverter with converter assembly connector.
    5. Check for arc marks at the bolt and terminals for the frame wire.

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A
      The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B
      The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C
      The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
    6. Reconnect the S1 inverter with converter assembly connector.
    7. Install the connector cover assembly.

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  13. CHECK SERVICE PLUG GRIP (CONNECTION CONDITION) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Visually check the connection of the service plug grip to the HV battery. Remove the service plug grip and check for contamination.

      OK

      Dirt or foreign matter has not entered the connection, and there is no evidence of contamination.

    NG → See step   40 

    OK: Go to next step 

  14. INSPECT SERVICE PLUG GRIP 
    1. Remove the service plug drip.
    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY217355Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      Service plug grip terminals Always Below 1 Ω
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Service Plug Grip
    3. Install the service plug drip.

    NG → See step   40 

    OK: Go to next step 

  15. CHECK HYBRID BATTERY JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY (FRAME WIRE CONNECTION CONDITION) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Remove the No. 4 hybrid battery shield panel. Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 8 .
    3. Check that the frame wire connectors are connected securely, and there are no contact problems.
      GTY397699Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Disconnect the S2 and S3 hybrid battery junction block assembly connectors.
    5. Check for arc marks on the terminals of the frame wire.

      Result

      Result Proceed to
      The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are no arc marks. A
      The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are arc marks. B
      The terminals are not connected securely and there is a contact problem. There are no arc marks. C
      The terminals are connected securely and there are no contact problems. There are arc marks. B
    6. Reconnect the S2 and S3 hybrid battery junction block assembly connectors.
    7. Install the No. 4 hybrid battery shield panel.

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  16. CHECK FRAME WIRE 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Remove the No. 4 hybrid battery shield panel. Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 8 .
    3. Disconnect the S2 and S3 hybrid battery junction block assembly connectors.
      GTY397699Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    4. Remove the connector cover assembly from the inverter with converter assembly.
      GTY364814Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    5. Disconnect the S1 inverter with converter assembly connector.
      GTY404631Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    6. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY396455Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      S1-1 (CBI) - S2-1 (CBI) (Positive terminal) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      S1-2 (CEI) - S3-1 (CEI) (Negative terminal) Power switch off Below 1 Ω
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *1 Shield Ground
      *a Frame Wire
      (Inverter with Converter Assembly Side)
      *b Frame Wire
      (Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly Side)
    7. Using a megohmmeter set to 500 V, measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      NOTE:

      Be sure to set the megohmmeter to 500 V when performing this test. Using a setting higher than 500 V can result in damage to the component being inspected.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      S2-1 (CBI) - Body ground and shield ground Power switch off 10 MΩ or higher
      S3-1 (CEI) - Body ground and shield ground Power switch off 10 MΩ or higher
      S2-1 (CBI) - S3-1 (CEI) Power switch off 10 MΩ or higher
    8. Reconnect the S2 and S3 hybrid battery junction block assembly connectors.
    9. Reconnect the S1 inverter with converter assembly connector.
    10. Install the connector cover assembly.
    11. Install the No. 4 hybrid battery shield panel.

    NG → See step   42 

    OK: Go to next step 

  17. INSPECT HYBRID BATTERY JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY (SMRB) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Remove the hybrid battery junction block assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] .
    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY418714Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      A-1 (+) - S2-1 (CBI) Auxiliary battery voltage is not applied between terminals Q6-1 (SMRB) and Q6-2 (GND) 10 kΩ or higher
      A-1 (+) - S2-1 (CBI) Auxiliary battery voltage is applied between terminals Q6-1 (SMRB) and Q6-2 (GND) Below 1 Ω
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *a Component without harness connected
      (Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly)
    4. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      Q6-1 (SMRB) - Q6-2 (GND) -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F) 25.0 to 59.0 Ω
    5. Install the hybrid battery junction block assembly.

    NG → See step   37 

    OK: Go to next step 

  18. INSPECT HYBRID BATTERY JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY (SMRG) 
    WARNING:

    Be sure to wear insulated gloves.

    1. Check that the service plug grip is not installed.
      NOTE:

      After removing the service plug grip, do not turn the power switch on (READY), unless instructed by the service information because this may cause a malfunction.

    2. Remove the hybrid battery junction block assembly. Refer to COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] .
    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
      GTY418586Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      f1-1 (-) - S3-1 (CEI) Auxiliary battery voltage is not applied between terminals Q6-3 (SMRG) and Q6-2 (GND) 10 kΩ or higher
      f1-1 (-) - S3-1 (CEI) Auxiliary battery voltage is applied between terminals Q6-3 (SMRG) and Q6-2 (GND) Below 1 Ω
      TEXT IN ILLUSTRATION

      *a Component without harness connected
      (Hybrid Battery Junction Block Assembly)
    4. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard Resistance

      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      Q6-3 (SMRG) - Q6-2 (GND) -40 to 80°C (-40 to 176°F) 25.0 to 59.0 Ω
    5. Install the hybrid battery junction block assembly.

    NG → See step   37 

    OK: Go to next step 

  19. CHECK FUSE (INV) See step   13 

    NG → See step   29 

    OK: Go to next step 

  20. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT) See step   14 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE POWER SOURCE CIRCUIT 

    OK: Go to next step 

  21. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (POWER MANAGEMENT CONTROL ECU - INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY) See step   15 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK: Go to next step 

  22. CHECK POWER MANAGEMENT CONTROL ECU See step   16 

    NG → See step   38 

    OK: Go to next step 

  23. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 7 

    NG → CONNECT SECURELY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  24. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 8 

    NG → CONNECT SECURELY 

    OK → See step   41 

  25. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (GENERATOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 9 

    NG → CONNECT SECURELY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  26. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - GENERATOR RESOLVER). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 10 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK → See step   39 

  27. CHECK CONNECTOR CONNECTION CONDITION (MOTOR RESOLVER CONNECTOR). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 11 

    NG → CONNECT SECURELY 

    OK: Go to next step 

  28. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - MOTOR RESOLVER). Refer to  PROCEDURE - Step 12 

    NG → REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    OK → See step   39 

  29. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY - INV FUSE) See step   23 

    NG → See step   31 

    OK: Go to next step 

  30. REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ]

    NEXT → REPLACE FUSE (INV) 

  31. REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR 

    NEXT → REPLACE FUSE (INV) 

  32. CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (GENERATOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) See step   26 

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  33. CHECK GENERATOR CABLE See step   27 

    NG → See step   44 

    OK → See step   39 

  34. CHECK HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY (MOTOR CABLE CONNECTION CONDITION) See step   28 

    B → REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING PARTS 

    C → CONNECT SECURELY 

    A: Go to next step 

  35. CHECK MOTOR CABLE See step   29 

    NG → See step   45 

    OK → See step   39 

  36. GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM). Refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2013 - ] 
  37. REPLACE HYBRID BATTERY JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  38. REPLACE POWER MANAGEMENT CONTROL ECU. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  39. REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  40. REPLACE SERVICE PLUG GRIP. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  41. REPLACE INVERTER WITH CONVERTER ASSEMBLY. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  42. REPLACE FRAME WIRE. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  43. GO TO DTC CHART (HYBRID BATTERY SYSTEM). Refer to  DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2013 - ] 
  44. REPLACE GENERATOR CABLE. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ] 
  45. REPLACE MOTOR CABLE. Refer to  COMPONENTS [08/2013 - ]