ENGINE IMMOBILISER SYSTEM, Diagnostic DTC:B279A

DTC Code DTC Name
B279A Theft Deterrent System Communication Line High Fixation

DESCRIPTION

When the communication line (IMI - EFIO) between the hybrid vehicle control ECU and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is stuck high, the hybrid vehicle control ECU stores this DTC.

DTC Code DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area DTC Output Confirmation Operation
B279A The communication line (IMI - EFIO) between the hybrid vehicle control ECU and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) is stuck high (1 trip detection logic*).

  • Wire harness or connector (disconnection or break in wire harness is main cause)

  • ID code box (immobiliser code ECU)

  • Hybrid vehicle control ECU

 Turn the power switch on (IG) and wait 6 seconds.

Vehicle Condition and Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected
Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected
Hybrid control system cannot be started Hybrid control system cannot be started
Related Data List and Active Test
DTC Code Data List and Active Test
B279A -

WIRING DIAGRAM

A005CHOE18
*a Hybrid Vehicle Control ECU
*b ID Code Box (Immobiliser Code ECU)

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

Note


  • When replacing the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) or hybrid vehicle control ECU, refer to Service Bulletin.

  • After performing repairs, perform the operation that fulfills the DTC output confirmation operation, and then confirm that no DTCs are output again.

Tech Tips

When DTC B279A and the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) DTC are output simultaneously, first perform troubleshooting for the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) DTC.

PROCEDURE


  1. CLEAR DTC


    1. Clear the DTCs Click here.


    NEXT

  2. CHECK DTC OUTPUT


    1. Turn the power switch on (IG) and wait 10 seconds.

    2. Check for DTCs Click here.

      Result
      Result Proceed to
      DTC B279A is output A
      DTC B279A and other DTCs are output B

      Tech Tips

      If DTCs other than DTC B279A are output, troubleshoot those DTCs first.


    B

    GO TO DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART Click here

    A

  3. CHECK CONNECTION OF CONNECTOR


    1. Turn the power switch off.

    2. Check that the connectors are properly connected to the hybrid vehicle control ECU and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU).

      OK
      Connectors are properly connected.

    NG

    CONNECT CONNECTORS PROPERLY

    OK

  4. CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) - HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU)


    1. Disconnect the L191 ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) connector.

    2. Disconnect the L6 hybrid vehicle control ECU connector.

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

      Standard Resistance
      Tester Connection Condition Specified Condition
      L191-4 (EFIO) - L6-22 (IMI) Always Below 1 Ω
      L191-4 (EFIO) or L6-22 (IMI) - Body ground Always 10 kΩ or higher

    NG

    REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR

    OK

  5. REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU)


    1. Replace the ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) with a new one.

      Tech Tips

      Refer to Service Bulletin.


    NEXT

  6. REGISTER RECOGNITION CODES


    1. Register the recognition codes in the ECUs.

      Tech Tips

      Refer to Service Bulletin.


    NEXT

  7. REGISTER ECU COMMUNICATION ID


    1. Register the ECU communication ID.

      Tech Tips

      Refer to Service Bulletin.


    NEXT

  8. CHECK WHETHER HYBRID CONTROL SYSTEM STARTS


    1. Check that the hybrid control system starts with an already registered vehicle key.

      OK
      Hybrid control system starts normally.

    A

    END (ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) WAS DEFECTIVE)

    B

    REPLACE HYBRID VEHICLE CONTROL ECU Click here