Diagnosis & Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Lexus LS 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the air fuel ratio sensor connector. Measure resistance between the terminals HT and +B of the air fuel ratio sensor. See Fig 1. Resistance should be 11-16 ohms at 68°F (20°C). If okay, go to next step. If not okay, replace heated oxygen sensor.
- Remove the EFI MAIN relay from the engine room junction block. See Fig 2. See EFI RELAY CHECK table. Check relay and replace as necessary. If okay, go to next step.EFI RELAY CHECK
Terminal No. Condition Result 1-2 Constant Continuity 3-5 Usually No Continuity 3-5 Voltage Applied Between Terminals No. 1 & 2 Continuity - Remove the engine room ECU cover. Turn the ignition switch on. Measure the voltage between terminals HTR, HTR2, HTL, HTL2 of the ECM connectors and body ground. See Fig 3. If voltage is 9-14 volts, replace ECM. If voltage is not 9-14 volts, check and repair harness or connector between EFI main relay and heated oxygen sensor, and heated oxygen sensor and ECM.