IMMOBILISER SYSTEM(w/ Smart Entry and Start System), Diagnostic DTC:B278A

DTC Code DTC Name
B278A Short to GND in Immobiliser System Power Source Circuit

DESCRIPTION

When there is a short to GND in the power supply for the transponder key amplifier of the engine switch, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) stores this DTC.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Note
B278A Short to GND in Immobiliser System Power Source Circuit A short to GND in the power supply of the transponder key amplifier of the engine switch (VC5 - VC5) (1 trip detection logic*1).

  • Engine switch

  • Harness or connector

  • Certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)

DTC output confirmation operation:


  • With the shift lever in P*2 and the key held near the engine switch, an engine start operation is performed by pressing and holding the engine switch when the key battery is depleted.

Vehicle Condition and Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected
Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected
Engine cannot be started when key battery is depleted by holding key near engine switch and pressing and holding engine switch with shift lever in P* -

Related Data List and Active Test
DTC No. Data List and Active Test
B278A -

WIRING DIAGRAM

B003L0IE01
*1 Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly)
*2 Engine Switch

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note


  • When using the GTS with the engine switch off, connect the GTS to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the GTS and the vehicle begins. Then select Model Code "KEY REGIST" under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Entry&Start(CAN). While using the GTS, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the GTS and the vehicle.

  • Before replacing the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), refer to Service Bulletin.

  • After repair, confirm that no DTCs are output by performing "DTC Output Confirmation Operation."

PROCEDURE


  1. CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)


    1. B003QDCC14
      *a

      Component with harness connected

      (Engine Switch)

      Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this inspection on the engine switch side.

      Measurement Condition
      Item Content
      Tester Connection G45-10 (VC5) - G45-6 (AGND)
      Tool Setting 2 V/DIV., 200 ms./DIV.
      Condition Engine switch off, key not in cabin, within 30 seconds after engine switch pressed
      OK
      The waveform is similar to that shown in the illustration.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK (for 2TR-FE)
      OK (for 1GR-FE)
      OK (for 1GD-FTV)
      OK (for 2GD-FTV)
      OK (for 1KD-FTV)
      NG

    OK (for 2TR-FE)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    OK (for 1GR-FE)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    OK (for 1GD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH Click here

    OK (for 2GD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH Click here

    OK (for 1KD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    NG

  2. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) - ENGINE SWITCH)


    1. Disconnect the G16 and G17 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connectors.

    2. Disconnect the G45 engine switch connector.

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

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      G17-20 (VC5) - G45-10 (VC5) Always Below 1 Ω
      G16-24 (AGND) - G45-6 (AGND) Always Below 1 Ω
      G45-10 (VC5) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      G17-20 (VC5) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      G45-6 (AGND) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      G16-24 (AGND) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK
      NG

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  3. CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY)


    1. Connect the G16 and G17 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connectors.

    2. B003MBSC07
      *a

      Front view of wire harness connector

      (to Engine Switch)

      Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.

      Tech Tips

      Perform this inspection on the engine switch side.

      Measurement Condition
      Item Content
      Tester Connection G45-10 (VC5) - G45-6 (AGND)
      Tool Setting 2 V/DIV., 200 ms./DIV.
      Condition Engine switch off, key not in cabin, within 30 seconds after engine switch pressed
      OK
      The waveform is similar to that shown in the illustration.
      Result
      Proceed to
      OK (for 2TR-FE)
      OK (for 1GR-FE)
      OK (for 1GD-FTV)
      OK (for 2GD-FTV)
      OK (for 1KD-FTV)
      NG

    OK (for 2TR-FE)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    OK (for 1GR-FE)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    OK (for 1GD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH Click here

    OK (for 2GD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH Click here

    OK (for 1KD-FTV)

    REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH for LHD: Click here for RHD: Click here

    NG

    REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ASSEMBLY)