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For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit Description

If wheel slip continues, differential control will be disabled when the torque-distribution ratio of the differential clutch exceeds the set value and a malfunction in the output of the wheel speed sensors, etc. occurs.

If a difference in diameter between the front and rear wheels is determined, differential control will be disabled.

DTC Descriptor

This diagnostic procedure supports the following DTC:

DTC C1299 Cancellation of 4WD Control

Conditions for Running the DTC

This DTC shall run when the ignition is On.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

When one of the following conditions is met:

    • Control coupling lock is detected 4 more times.
    • Condition that controls coupling calorific value is predefined value or more.
    • Condition that transfer oil temperature is predefined value or more.
    • Vehicle is driven and energy load tire radius difference between front tires and rear tires is more than 3 percent.

Action Taken When the DTC Sets

The 4WD control module will prohibit operations by the fail safe function.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

The DTC will clear when conditions for setting the DTC have been repaired.

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Transfer Case Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Component Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

2

Check the size and tire condition of all 4 tires.

Is the size and air pressure of all 4 tires the same?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Tire Placard

3

  1. Turn the ignition Off.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition On, with the engine Off.
  4. Using scan tool, clear any DTCs.
  5. Start the engine.
  6. Drive the vehicle, accelerate to a speed of 20 km/h (12 mph) or more and check if the speed sensor DTC is set.

Does DTC reset?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace 4WD linear solenoid.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 6

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5

Replace 4WD control module.

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 6

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6

  1. Use the scan tool in order to clear the DTC.
  2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC, as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

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Go to Step 2

System OK