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DIAGNOSTICS – SFI SYSTEM 052O7–12

DTC P0606 ECM/PCM PROCESSOR

MONITOR DESCRIPTION
The ECM continuously monitors it’s internal memory status, internal circuits, and output signals to the throttle
actuator. This self–check insures that the ECM is functioning properly. If any malfunction is detected, the
ECM will set the appropriate DTC and illuminate the MIL.
The ECM memory status is diagnosed by internal ”mirroring” of the main CPU and the sub CPU to detect
random access memory (RAM) errors. The two CPUs also perform continuous mutual monitoring. If there
is a difference between outputs from the two CPUs that deviates from standard level ranges, the ECM con-
cludes that there is a fault and sets a DTC. Additionally, if the signals to the throttle actuator deviate from
the standard range or if the ECM detects malfunction in the throttle actuator supply voltage, the ECM will
conclude that there is a fault and set a DTC. With any malfunction of the ECM, the MIL will be turned on and
DTC (s) will be set.
DTC No. DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area
P0606 ECM inside error
ECM

MONITOR STRATEGY
Related DTCs P0606 ECM range check/description
Required sensors/components ECM
Frequency of operation Continuous
Duration 1 sec
MIL operation Immediately
Sequence of operation None

TYPICAL ENABLING CONDITIONS

The monitor will run whenever the follow-
See ”List of Disable a Monitor” table (On page 05–24)
ing DTCs are not present

TYPICAL MALFUNCTION THRESHOLDS

Detection Criteria Threshold
ECM error

INSPECTION PROCEDURE
HINT:
Read freeze frame data using the hand−held tester or the OBD II scan tool. Freeze frame data records the
engine conditions when a malfunction is detected. When troubleshooting, it is useful for determining whether
the vehicle was running or stopped, the engine was warmed up or not, the air–fuel ratio was lean or rich,
etc. at the time of the malfunction.
1 REPLACE ECM (See page 10–17)

2004 SCION xB REPAIR MANUAL (RM1031U)

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