Toyota Corolla (E120): Check and replace ecu
Notice
: start an inspection of the connector from the backside of the connector on the wire harness side with the connector connected to the ecu.
When no measurement condition is specified, perform the inspection with the engine stopped and also the ignition switch on.
- First check the ecu ground circuit. If it is faulty, repair it.
If it is normal, the ecu could be faulty. In this case, replace the ecu with one that functions normally and check if the symptoms appear.
- Measure the resistance between the ecu ground
terminal and body ground.
Resistance: 1 Ω or less

- Disconnect the ecu connector, check the ground terminals on the ecu side and wire harness side for bends and check the contact pressure.

Other materials:
Basic inspection
Resistance measuring condition of electronic parts
unless stated, all resistance is measured at an ambient
temperature of 20 c (68 °F). As the resistance
may be outside the specifications if measured at high temperatures
immediately after
the vehicle has been running, measu ...
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
► From the front
Release the parking brake.
► From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
Vehicles without a smart key system: When not using a towing dolly, turn the
engine switch to the “ACC” position and shift the shift lever to N.
Vehicles with a smart key ...
Engine assembly
Inspection
1. Inspect coolant
2. Inspect engine oil
3. Inspect battery
4. Inspect air cleaner filter element sub–assy
5. Inspect spark plug
6. Inspect fan and generator v belt
Hint:
you don’t need to check the belt deflection because auto tensioner is adopted.
7. Inspect ignition ti ...


