Canada - Engine Controls - Hard Start/MIL/DTC's P0300-304/P0015

Bulletin
3207

Issue Date
December 18, 2009

Market
Canada

Title:
NO START OR EXTENDED CRANK AND/OR MIL "ON" DTC P030# OR P0015

Component
ENGINE ELECTRICAL

Models
'09 Corolla; Matrix

INTRODUCTION:
Some 2009 model year Corolla and Matrix vehicles may exhibit one or more of the following conditions after a cold soak due to carbon accumulation in the engine combustion chambers:
- Crank No Start
- Extended Crank
- MIL "ON" DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, and/or P0015 set within 60 seconds of engine run time.

The Engine Control Module/ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) logic has been modified to improve this condition. Use the following repair procedure to address customer concerns.







APPLICABILITY:

PRODUCTION CHANGE INFORMATION:







This TSB applies to vehicles produced BEFORE the Production Change Effective VINs shown.







WARRANTY INFORMATION:







PARTS INFORMATION:

NOTE
- The ECM (SAE term: Powertrain Control Module/PCM) should NOT be replaced as part of the repair procedure.
- Authorized Modification Labels may be ordered in packages of 25 from your facing PDC







CALIBRATION INFORMATION:







REQUIRED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT:

REPAIR PROCEDURE:
1. Confirm the condition matches the Introduction.







2. Check for the Authorized Modifications Label affixed to the vehicle in the location shown in Figure 1.Confirm if the ECM (PCM) calibration has been updated. If the calibration ID listed is NOT the latest ECM (PCM) calibration - go to step 3.
3. Flash reprogram the ECM (PCM).

NOTE
- The GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station MUST be used in Power Supply Mode to maintain battery voltage at 13.5 volts while flash reprogramming the vehicle.
- For details on how to use the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station, refer to the GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station Instruction Manual located on ETAS/TIS library > Tools > tools and equipment > GR8 Battery Diagnostic Station Instruction Manual.

4. Install the Authorized Modifications Label.
A. Using a permanent marker, enter the following information on the label:
- ECU part number [Refer to the Parts Information section for the CURRENT PART NUMBER]
- Calibration ID(s) [Refer to the Calibration Identification Chart for the NEW CALIBRATION ID]
- Dealer Code
- Repair Date
- Change Authority [This TSB number]

B. Affix the Authorized Modifications Label to the vehicle at the location shown in Figure 1.The Authorized Modifications Label is available through your facing PDC, P/N 00451- 00001-25.

5. Test drive the vehicle to confirm proper vehicle operation.

NOTE:
Issue of this Technical Service Bulletin is to ensure that proper repair information is available. IT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN AUTHORIZATION FOR REPAIR. Normal provisions of the formal warranty policy, as applicable, will apply.