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ENTRY AND START SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:B2278

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DTC Code DTC Name
B2278 Power Switch Circuit Malfunction
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DESCRIPTION

This DTC is output when: 1) a malfunction is detected between the main body ECU and the power switch; or 2) either of the switches inside the power switch is malfunctioning.

DTC Code Detection Condition Trouble Area
B2278 Communication is abnormal between main body ECU and power switch or power switch is defective
  • Main body ECU

  • Power switch

  • Harness or connector

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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INSPECTION PROCEDURE

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PROCEDURE


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    READ VALUE USING INTELLIGENT TESTER (START SWITCH 1, 2)


    1. Use the Data List to check if the power switch is functioning properly.

      Table 1. Main Body
      Tester Display Measurement Item/Range Normal Condition Diagnostic Note
      Start Switch 1 Start Switch 1/ON or OFF

      ON: Power switch ON (IG)

      OFF: Power switch OFF

      -
      Start Switch 2 Start Switch 2/ON or OFF

      ON: Power switch ON (IG)

      OFF: Power switch OFF

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      OK
      When the power switch is turned ON (IG), ON is displayed on the tester.

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    CHECK POWER SWITCH (SWITCH CONDITION)


    1. Ensure the key is inside the cabin.

    2. With the brake pedal released, check that the power source mode changes as shown below each time the power switch is pushed.

      OK
      OFF → ON (ACC) → ON (IG) → OFF

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    USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECKClick here

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    INSPECT POWER SWITCH


    1. Disconnect the L36 power switch connector.

    2. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard resistance
      Tester Connection Switch Condition Specified Condition
      7 (SS1) - 5 (GND) Pushed Below 1 Ω
      2 (SS2) - 5 (GND) Pushed Below 1 Ω
      7 (SS1) - 5 (GND) Not pushed 10 kΩ or higher
      2 (SS2) - 5 (GND) Not pushed 10 kΩ or higher

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    CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MAIN BODY ECU - POWER SWITCH, BODY GROUND)


    1. Disconnect the L13 main body ECU connector.

    2. Disconnect the L36 power switch connector.

    3. Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

      Standard resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      L13-17 (SSW1) - L36-7 (SS1) Always Below 1 Ω
      L13-16 (SSW2) - L36-2 (SS2) Always Below 1 Ω
      L36-5 (GND) - Body ground Always Below 1 Ω
      L13-17 (SSW1) or L36-7 (SS1) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      L13-16 (SSW2) or L36-2 (SS2) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

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    REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU

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    GO TO ENTRY AND START SYSTEM (POWER SOURCE MODE DOES NOT CHANGE)Click here

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    REPLACE POWER SWITCHClick here

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    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR