DTC P050A: Cold Start Idle Air Control System Performance [08/2016 - ]: Procedure
- CHECK ANY OTHER DTCS OUTPUT (IN ADDITION TO DTC P050A)
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Trouble Codes.
- Read the DTCs.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Trouble Codes
Result
Result Proceed to DTC P050A is output A DTC P050A and other DTCs are output B HINT:
If any DTCs other than P050A are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.
Result:
B
GO TO DTC CHART. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2016 - 08/2017] or DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART [08/2017 - ]
Result:
A
See step 2
- READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (FUEL TRIM)
HINT:
Calculate the total fuel trim values to check the characteristic deviation of the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Start the engine.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Gas AF Control / Short FT #1 and Long FT #1.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
Tester Display Short FT #1 Long FT #1 - Read the values displayed on the Techstream at engine idle.
- Add together the Short FT #1 and Long FT #1 values to obtain the total fuel trim.
Standard
Total of Short FT #1 and Long FT #1 values is between -20% and 20%.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
See step 12
Result:
OK
See step 3
- INSPECT THROTTLE WITH MOTOR BODY ASSEMBLY (THROTTLE VALVE)
- Check that there are no deposits around the throttle valve and throttle valve condition.
OK
No deposits around the throttle valve and throttle valve moves smoothly.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
See step 10
Result:
OK
See step 4
- Check that there are no deposits around the throttle valve and throttle valve condition.
- CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P050A) NOTE:
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the freeze frame data).
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [12/2012 - ]
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Clear DTCs
- Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Primary / Coolant Temp.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
Tester Display Coolant Temp - Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
- Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the freeze frame data.
- Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Utility
Tester Display All Readiness - Input the DTC: P050A.
- Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
Result Proceed to NORMAL (DTC is not output) A ABNORMAL (DTC P050A is output) B
Result:
A
CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS. Refer to CHECK FOR INTERMITTENT PROBLEMS [12/2012 - ]
Result:
B
See step 5
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR CONNECTION)
- Check the connection and terminal contact pressure of connectors and wire harnesses between the mass air flow meter sub-assembly and ECM.
Refer to HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [08/2016 - 08/2017] or HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING [08/2017 - ]
HINT:
Repair any problems.
Result:
NEXT
See step 6
- Check the connection and terminal contact pressure of connectors and wire harnesses between the mass air flow meter sub-assembly and ECM.
- CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P050A) NOTE:
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the freeze frame data).
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [12/2012 - ]
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Clear DTCs
- Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Primary / Coolant Temp.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
Tester Display Coolant Temp - Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
- Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the freeze frame data.
- Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Utility
Tester Display All Readiness - Input the DTC: P050A.
- Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
Result Proceed to ABNORMAL (DTC P050A is output) A NORMAL (DTC is not output) B
Result:
B
END
Result:
A
See step 7
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY - ECM)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 3
Result
Proceed to OK NG Result:
NG
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
Result:
OK
See step 8
- REPLACE MASS AIR FLOW METER SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Replace the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
Refer to REMOVAL [12/2012 - ]
HINT:
- If the results of the inspections performed in step 16 indicated no problem, proceed to the next step without replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
- Perform "Inspection After Repair" after replacing the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2012 - ]
Result:
NEXT
See step 9
- Replace the mass air flow meter sub-assembly.
- CONFIRM WHETHER MALFUNCTION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY REPAIRED
HINT:
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the freeze frame data).
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [12/2012 - ]
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Clear DTCs
- Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Primary / Coolant Temp.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
Tester Display Coolant Temp - Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
- Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the freeze frame data.
- Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Utility
Tester Display All Readiness - Input the DTC: P050A.
- Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
Result Proceed to NORMAL (DTC is not output) A ABNORMAL (DTC P050A is output) B
Result:
A
END
Result:
B
REPLACE ECM. Refer to REMOVAL [12/2012 - ]
- REPAIR OR REPLACE THROTTLE WITH MOTOR BODY ASSEMBLY
- Repair or replace the throttle with motor body assembly.
Refer to REMOVAL [12/2012 - ]
HINT:
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the throttle with motor body assembly.
Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2012 - ]
Result:
NEXT
See step 11
- Repair or replace the throttle with motor body assembly.
- CHECK WHETHER DTC OUTPUT RECURS (DTC P050A) NOTE:
In this operation, the engine must be cold (approximately the same as the engine coolant temperature recorded in the freeze frame data).
- Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Clear the DTCs.
Refer to DTC CHECK / CLEAR [12/2012 - ]
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Clear DTCs
- Turn the ignition switch off and wait for at least 30 seconds.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON.
- Turn the Techstream on.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Data List / Primary / Coolant Temp.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Data List
Tester Display Coolant Temp - Check that the engine coolant temperature is between -10 and 50°C (14 and 122°F).
- Start the engine and warm it up until the engine coolant temperature is the same as the engine coolant temperature in the freeze frame data.
- Drive the vehicle in accordance with the driving pattern described in Confirmation Driving Pattern.
- Enter the following menus: Powertrain / Engine and ECT / Utility / All Readiness.
Powertrain > Engine and ECT > Utility
Tester Display All Readiness - Input the DTC: P050A.
- Check the DTC judgment result.
Result
Result Proceed to NORMAL (DTC is not output) A ABNORMAL (DTC P050A is output) B
Result:
A
END
Result:
B
See step 5
- CHECK PCV SYSTEM
- Check the PCV hose connections.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
OK
PCV valve and hose are connected correctly and are not damaged.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
See step 20
Result:
OK
See step 13
- Check the PCV hose connections.
- CHECK INTAKE SYSTEM
- Check the intake system for vacuum leaks.
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1
OK
No leaks from the intake system.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
See step 19
Result:
OK
See step 14
- Check the intake system for vacuum leaks.
- CHECK AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Visually check that the air cleaner filter element is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
OK
The air cleaner filter element is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
Result
Proceed to OK NG
Result:
NG
See step 18
Result:
OK
See step 15
- Visually check that the air cleaner filter element is not excessively contaminated with dirt or oil.
- PERFORM ACTIVE TEST USING TECHSTREAM (OPERATE CAMSHAFT TIMING OIL CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY)
- Operate the VVT system through the Active Test, and check if the VVT system is operating normally.
- Perform the Active Test, referring to DTC P0011 Procedure (VVT system for intake camshaft).
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
- Perform the Active Test, referring to DTC P0014 Procedure (VVT system for exhaust camshaft).
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 2
Result
Proceed to OK NG - Perform the Active Test, referring to DTC P0011 Procedure (VVT system for intake camshaft).
Result:
NG
See step 17
Result:
OK
See step 16
- Operate the VVT system through the Active Test, and check if the VVT system is operating normally.
- READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM (MAF)
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 6
Result
Proceed to OK NG Result:
OK
See step 4
Result:
NG
See step 5
- CHECK AND REPAIR VVT SYSTEM
- Check and repair the VVT system.
HINT:
- Refer to DTC P0011 Procedure for intake camshaft.
- Refer to DTC P0014 Procedure for exhaust camshaft.
Result:
NEXT
See step 11
- Check and repair the VVT system.
- REPLACE AIR CLEANER FILTER ELEMENT SUB-ASSEMBLY
- Replace the air cleaner filter element sub-assembly.
Result:
NEXT
See step 11
- REPAIR OR REPLACE INTAKE SYSTEM
- Repair or replace the intake system.
HINT:
Perform "Inspection After Repair" after repairing or replacing the intake system.
Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2012 - ]
Result:
NEXT
See step 11
- Repair or replace the intake system.
- REPAIR OR REPLACE PCV HOSE
- Repair or replace the PCV valve or hose.
Result:
NEXT
See step 11