Lexus ES: Light Sensor Circuit (B1244)
DESCRIPTION
The automatic light control sensor detects ambient light. The sensor creates an electrical signal based on the amount of light detected, and sends the signal to the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU). The main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) turns on or off the headlights and taillights according to the signal.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | DTC Output from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1244 | Light Sensor Circuit |
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| Main Body |
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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
Before replacing the main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU), refer to Registration.
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PROCEDURE
| 1. | CLEAR DTC |
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Main Body / Trouble Codes.
(e) Clear the DTCs.
Body Electrical > Main Body > Clear DTCs
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| 2. | CHECK FOR DTC |
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Wait 10 seconds or more.
(d) Turn the Techstream on.
(e) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Main Body / Trouble Codes.
(f) Check for DTCs.
Body Electrical > Main Body > Trouble CodesOK:
DTC B1244 is not output.
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| 3. | READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM |
(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Turn the Techstream on.
(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Main Body / Data List.
(e) According to the display on the Techstream, read the Data List and check that the value of Light Sensor Illuminance changes while performing the following:
(1) Cover the automatic light control sensor with an opaque object.
(2) Slowly move the opaque object to uncover and then cover the automatic light control sensor.
Body Electrical > Main Body > Data List| Tester Display | Measurement Item | Range | Normal Condition | Diagnostic Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Sensor Illuminance | Light control sensor illuminance | 0 to 8191 lx or SensorFail | Value is output according to ambient light level | - |
| Tester Display |
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| Light Sensor Illuminance |
OK:
The value changes according to the amount the automatic light control sensor is covered.
| OK | | REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU) |
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| 4. | CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL SENSOR - MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU)) |
(a) Disconnect the H3 automatic light control sensor connector.
(b) Disconnect the G37 main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) connector.
(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| H3-1 (CLTB) - G37-23 (CLTB) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| H3-4 (CLTS) - G37-24 (CLTS) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| H3-2 (CLTE) - G37-25 (CLTE) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| H3-1 (CLTB) or G37-23 (CLTB) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| H3-4 (CLTS) or G37-24 (CLTS) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| H3-2 (CLTE) or G37-25 (CLTE) - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| NG | | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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| 5. | INSPECT MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU) |
| *a | Component with harness connected (Main Body ECU (Multiplex Network Body ECU)) |
(a) Connect the G37 main body ECU (multiplex network body ECU) connector.
(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Voltage:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| G37-23 (CLTB) - G37-25 (CLTE) | Engine switch off | Below 1 V |
| Engine switch on (IG) | 11 to 14 V |
| NG | | REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU) |
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| 6. | INSPECT AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL SENSOR |
(a) Inspect the automatic light control sensor.
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| OK | | REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU (MULTIPLEX NETWORK BODY ECU) |
| NG | | REPLACE AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL SENSOR |
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