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2021 TOYOTA AVALON

3.5L V6FWDAUTOMATICgas
2 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P1500moderate severityPowertrain

Starter Signal Circuit

on 2021 Toyota Avalon 3.5L V6 · FWD

What this code means

The ECM is not receiving the proper signal from the starter motor circuit.

Symptoms

  • CEL
  • Extended cranking
  • Rough startup
  • Poor cold start

Common causes

  • Faulty starter relay
  • Damaged wiring
  • Poor ground
  • Faulty ignition switch

Diagnostic steps

  1. Test starter signal wire
  2. Check relay operation
  3. Inspect wiring
  4. Test ignition switch

Repair notes

Repair starter signal circuit.

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