DESCRIPTION
If code verification cannot be performed in the vehicle interior, there may be problems with the communication between the vehicle (indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor) or (rear floor)) and electrical key transmitter sub-assembly, or the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) may be malfunctioning. When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is brought into the vehicle, verification of the key ID code transmitted from the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly and the key ID code stored in the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) is performed. If verification cannot be performed or the codes do not match, the power switch cannot be turned on (IG) and the hybrid control system cannot be started.
When a door is unlocked and the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is brought into the vehicle, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) activates the indoor electrical key antenna assembly which transmits radio waves to detect the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly. If the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly recognizes that it is in the detection area, it responds with the key ID code. This information is received by the indoor electrical key antenna and then sent to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly).
Tech Tips
If the cause of the malfunction is stored in the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), the following table is helpful in checking whether or not the malfunction was caused by wave interference.
| Parameter Name | Cause of Problem and Countermeasure |
|---|---|
| Operating Power Switch / Key RF Signal Interference | When the power switch was operated, the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly could not be confirmed due to wave interference. Therefore, the output frequency was switched to the other channel (changed from channel 1 to channel 2 or from channel 2 to channel 1). If the cause of the malfunction has not been stored but any devices that can cause wave interference in the cabin have been removed and the room oscillator successfully recognizes the key, the possibility of wave interference is high. |
WIRING DIAGRAM
INSPECTION PROCEDURE
Note
The push-button start uses a multiplex communication system (LIN communication system and the CAN communication system). Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting Click here. Troubleshoot the push-button start after confirming that the communication systems are functioning properly.
When using the GTS with the power 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 / Entrt&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 the push-button start precaution Click here.
After repair, confirm that no DTCs are output by performing the "DTC Output Confirmation Operation".
The indoor electrical key antenna assemblies have an antenna coil between each two ANTE terminals.
PROCEDURE
CHECK START OPERATION
Using another registered electrical key transmitter sub-assembly, check that the hybrid control system starts.
| OK |
|---|
| Hybrid control system can be started |
| NG |
|
CHECK WAVE ENVIRONMENT Click here |
| OK |
|
END (ELECTRICAL KEY TRANSMITTER SUB-ASSEMBLY WAS DEFECTIVE)
CHECK WAVE ENVIRONMENT
Install the transmitter battery to the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly Click here.
Bring the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly near the No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor) and perform a push-button start check Click here.
Note
Communication may not be possible if the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is within 0.2 m (0.656 ft.) of the shift lever.
Bring the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly near the No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor) and perform a push-button start check Click here
Tech Tips
Check that the customize status of the "Ignition Available Area" has been "All".
Note
Communication may not be possible if the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is within 0.2 m (0.656 ft.) of the center of the rear seat cushion.
Tech Tips
As the effect of wave interference decreases by moving the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly close to each indoor electrical key antenna assembly, it may be possible to check whether wave interference is the cause of the problem.
If the problem only occurs in specific places or at specific times, wave interference may be the cause of the problem. Also, the vehicle may have the effects of wave interference with the parts installed by the dealer. As a result, when parts have been installed by the dealer, it may be necessary to remove those parts before inspecting the vehicle.
There may be wave interference if the vehicle is near broadcasting antennas, large video displays, wireless garage door opener systems, wireless security cameras, home security systems, etc. In this case, move the vehicle to a different location and check if there is any improvement.
If a tool for checking electric waves, such as a signal strength meter, is available, move around the area while observing both the LF band (used by the vehicle antenna to form the detection area) and RF band (used by the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly for transmission) to check for locations where there is wave interference.
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| System cannot be operated | A |
| System can be operated | B |
| B |
|
AFFECTED BY WAVE INTERFERENCE |
| A |
|
CHECK KEY DIAGNOSTIC MODE
Check the following antennas in the key diagnostic mode.
Select either channel 1 or channel 2 and inspect the key diagnostic mode for each channel Click here.
Tech Tips
If the buzzer sounds with [CH1] displayed but not with [CH2], the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly cannot be detected by channel 2 due to a malfunction, such as wave interference.
| *a | Inspection Point |
Check the No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor).
When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is at the inspection point, check that the wireless door lock buzzer sounds.
| *a | Inspection Point |
Check the No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor).
When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is at the inspection point, check that the wireless door lock buzzer sounds.
Tech Tips
If the buzzer sounds, it can be determined that the vehicle interior transmitters are operating normally.
It is possible to check which indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor or rear floor) is operating by the sounding of the buzzer.
If the buzzer does not sound for any indoor electrical key antenna assemblies, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) circuit may have a malfunction.
| OK |
|---|
| Wireless door lock buzzer sounds. |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| Front operation check fails | A |
| Rear operation check fails | B |
| Front and rear operation checks are normal | C |
| B |
|
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 2 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY - CERTIFICATION ECU) Click here |
| C |
|
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
| A |
|
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 1 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY - CERTIFICATION ECU)
Disconnect the N53 No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor) connector.
Disconnect the N94 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
|
CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) (OUTPUT TO NO. 1 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA)
| *1 | Waveform |
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to No. 1 indoor Electrical Key Antenna (Front Floor)) |
| *b | Within approximately 30 seconds from when the door is closed |
| *c | After approximately 30 seconds from when the door is closed |
Disconnect the N53 No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor) connector.
Connect the N94 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.
| OK | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
| OK |
|
REPLACE NO. 1 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY (FRONT FLOOR)
Temporarily replace the No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor) with a new or known good one Click here.
| NEXT |
|
CHECK KEY DIAGNOSTIC MODE
Check the following antenna in the key diagnostic mode Click here.
Select either channel 1 or channel 2 and inspect the key diagnostic mode for each channel.
Tech Tips
If the buzzer sounds with [CH1] displayed but not with [CH2], the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly cannot be detected by channel 2 due to a malfunction, such as wave interference.
| *a | Inspection Point |
Check the No. 1 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (front floor).
When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is at the inspection point, check that the wireless door lock buzzer sounds.
| OK |
|---|
| Wireless door lock buzzer sounds. |
| NG |
|
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
| OK |
|
END (NO. 1 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY (FRONT FLOOR) WAS DEFECTIVE)
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (NO. 2 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY - CERTIFICATION ECU)
Disconnect the U14 No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor) connector.
Disconnect the N98 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Standard Resistance | |||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
| OK |
|
CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) (OUTPUT TO NO. 2 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA)
| *1 | Waveform |
| *a | Front view of wire harness connector (to No. 2 indoor Electrical Key Antenna (Rear Floor)) |
| *b | Within approximately 30 seconds from when the door is closed |
| *c | After approximately 30 seconds from when the door is closed |
Disconnect the U14 No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor) connector.
Connect the N98 certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.
| OK | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
| NG |
|
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
| OK |
|
REPLACE NO. 2 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY (REAR FLOOR)
Temporarily replace the No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor) with a new or known good one Click here.
| NEXT |
|
CHECK KEY DIAGNOSTIC MODE
Check the following antenna in the key diagnostic mode Click here.
Select either channel 1 or channel 2 and inspect the key diagnostic mode for each channel.
Tech Tips
If the buzzer sounds with [CH1] displayed but not with [CH2], the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly cannot be detected by channel 2 due to a malfunction, such as wave interference.
| *a | Inspection Point |
Check the No. 2 indoor electrical key antenna assembly (rear floor).
When the electrical key transmitter sub-assembly is at the inspection point, check that the wireless door lock buzzer sounds.
| OK |
|---|
| Wireless door lock buzzer sounds. |
| NG |
|
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
| OK |
|
END (NO. 2 INDOOR ELECTRICAL KEY ANTENNA ASSEMBLY (REAR FLOOR) WAS DEFECTIVE)