Remote Starting System - Inoperative In Extreme Cold

S-SB-0014-09

March 24, 2009

Remote Engine Starter (RES) Cold Temperature Operation Diagnostic Tips

Service Category
Engine/Hybrid System

Section
Starting

Market
USA





Applicability

Introduction

Some vehicles operated in extremely cold temperatures may exhibit a condition where the Remote Engine Starter (RES) does not function.

Before RES diagnosis confirm with the customer the ambient temperature when the malfunction was experienced.

The RES system was designed to operate at temperatures above -22 F (-30 C). Non-operation of the RES system below this threshold should be considered a normal condition.

Diagnostic Procedure

If the customer has experienced a RES malfunction above -22 F (-30 C) proceed with diagnosis referencing the applicable troubleshooting guide in the Technical Information System (TIS), Accessory tab, Accessory Diagnostic Guide:

^ 2008 - 2009 xB:
:2008-2010 SCION xB TVIP V4 REMOTE Engine Starter (RES) Troubleshooting Guide Rev. A"

^ 2008 - 2009 xD:
"2008-2009 SCION xD TVIP V4 Remote Engine Starter (RES) Troubleshooting Guide Rev. A"





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