This document provides information on a revised electronic control unit (ECU) available to correct hard starting and cold driveability problems on 1988-90 Toyota Supra and Cressida models. The revised ECU must be used with the original cold-start injector switch marked with "22" for 1990 models, as the ECU contains updated logic for that switch. Technicians are instructed to check vehicle information and existing parts before replacing the ECU.
This document provides information on a revised electronic control unit (ECU) available to correct hard starting and cold driveability problems on 1988-90 Toyota Supra and Cressida models. The revised ECU must be used with the original cold-start injector switch marked with "22" for 1990 models, as the ECU contains updated logic for that switch. Technicians are instructed to check vehicle information and existing parts before replacing the ECU.
This document provides information on a revised electronic control unit (ECU) available to correct hard starting and cold driveability problems on 1988-90 Toyota Supra and Cressida models. The revised ECU must be used with the original cold-start injector switch marked with "22" for 1990 models, as the ECU contains updated logic for that switch. Technicians are instructed to check vehicle information and existing parts before replacing the ECU.
This document provides information on a revised electronic control unit (ECU) available to correct hard starting and cold driveability problems on 1988-90 Toyota Supra and Cressida models. The revised ECU must be used with the original cold-start injector switch marked with "22" for 1990 models, as the ECU contains updated logic for that switch. Technicians are instructed to check vehicle information and existing parts before replacing the ECU.
Subject: Revised electronic control unit (ECU) for 1988–90 Supra (MA7) and Cressida (MX8) Symptom: Hard starting, long cranking time when lukewarm, cold driveability problems Source: Toyota service bulletin Volume 10, Engine 024 (August 1990) If the hard starting problem on a 1989 Supra or Cressida is accompanied by a cold driveability complaint, first replace the cold-start injector time switch as described in Reference TA008. A revised ECU also is available to correct the combined problem. The correct cold-start switch for 1989 models has “45” stamped on it to indicate a 45°C operating temperature (Figure TA009-1). If the hard starting problem on a 1990 Supra or Cressida is accompanied by a cold driveability complaint, do not replace the cold-start injector time switch. The original cold-start switch must be retained if a revised ECU is installed to correct the combined problem. If the switch was changed previously, the original type must be reinstalled. The correct cold-start switch for 1989 models has “22” stamped on it to indicate a 22°C operating temperature (Figure TA009-2).
Figure TA009-1 Figure TA009-2
This revised ECU was installed as a production change, as listed below:
Table TA009-1 FROM FRAME NUMBER CALIBRATION TRANSMISSION PRODUCTION DATE JT2MX83E*L0044138 All All November 1989 JT2MA70#*L0145025 Manual February 1990 California JT2MA70#*L0143961 Automatic December 1989 JT2MA70#*L0143374 Manual December 1989 Federal JT2MA70#*L0143191 Automatic November 1989 JT2MA71#*L0145051 Manual February 1990 California JT2MA71#*L0144197 Automatic January 1990 JT2MA71#*L0143974 Manual December 1989 Federal JT2MA71#*L0143976 Automatic December 1989
TA45 TA009 Toyota and Lexus Reference
Because the revised ECU contains updated control logic for the cold-start time switch, it must be used only with the original switch marked with a “22” as described above. Use the revised ECU on a 1990 Supra or Cressida to correct a hard starting or cold driveability complaint, or both problems. Do not replace the cold-start injector time switch on these models. Before replacing the ECU, make sure that all engine mechanical, fuel, and electrical and electronic systems perform within specifications. Check the number stamped on one side of the cold-start injector switch hexhead as explained above. Refer to the table above to make sure the revised ECU was not a factory-installed component on the vehicle. If the vehicle already has the revised ECU, the solution to the problem lies elsewhere. The correct part number of the revised ECU is listed in the table below:
Table TA009-2 YEAR MODEL ENGINE CALIBRATION ORIGINAL ECU REPLACEMENT ECU California 89661-22170 89661-22171-84 Cressida 7M-GE Federal 89661-22210 89661-22330-84 89661-14300 7M-GE w/MT 89661-14302-84 89661-14301 California 89661-14310 7M-GE w/AT 89661-14312-84 89661-14311 89661-14320 7M-GE w/MT 89661-14430-84 89661-14321 Federal 89661-14330 1989–90 7M-GE w/AT 89661-14440-84 89661-14331 Supra 89661-14240 7M-GTE w/MT 89661-14242-84 89661-14241 California 89661-14250 7M-GTE w/AT 89661-14252-84 89661-14251 89661-14260 7M-GTE w/MT 89661-14450-84 89661-14261 Federal 89661-14270 7M-GTE w/AT 89661-14460-84 89661-14271
Verify that the replacement part numbers have not been superseded before ordering an ECU. The replacement ECU is a remanufactured unit, and a usable core is required for credit. Do not remove the cover screws or otherwise tamper with the ECU core. Cores that are wet or dirty will be rejected
