DESCRIPTION
If the communication line (EFIO-IMI) to the transponder key ECU assembly is stuck high (e.g. shorted to +B), the ECM stores this DTC.
DTC No. |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
DTC Output Confirmation Operation |
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B279A*1 |
Communication line (EFIO-IMI) between the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly is stuck high. |
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Turn the ignition switch to ON and wait 6 seconds. |
B279A12*2 |
Communication line (EFIO-IMI) between the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly is stuck high. |
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Turn the ignition switch to ON and wait 6 seconds. |
Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected |
Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected |
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Engine cannot be started (initial ignition occurs and engine cranks, then ignition stops) |
Engine cannot be started |
DTC No. |
Data List and Active Test |
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B279A*1 |
- |
B279A12*1 |
- |
WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
PROCEDURE
1. |
CLEAR DTC |
(a) Clear the DTCs (See page ).
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2. |
CHECK DTC OUTPUT |
(a) Perform "DTC Output Confirmation Operation" procedure.
(b) Check for DTCs (See page ).
Result |
Proceed to |
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DTC B279A (for 2TR-FE) or B279A12 (for 2GR-FKS) is output |
A |
DTC B279A (for 2TR-FE) or B279A12 (for 2GR-FKS) is not output |
B |
B | ![]() |
USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK |
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3. |
CHECK CONNECTION OF CONNECTOR |
(a) Check that the connectors are properly connected to the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly.
OK:
Connectors are properly connected.
NG | ![]() |
CONNECT CONNECTORS PROPERLY |
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4. |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (TRANSPONDER KEY ECU ASSEMBLY - ECM) |
(a) Disconnect the T10 transponder key ECU assembly connector.
(b) Disconnect the E14*1 or E20*2 ECM connector.
(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection |
Condition |
Specified Condition |
---|---|---|
T10-13 (EFIO) - E14-8 (IMI)*1 |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
T10-13 (EFIO) or E14-8 (IMI) - Body ground*1 |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
T10-13 (EFIO) - E20-10 (IMI)*2 |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
T10-13 (EFIO) or E20-10 (IMI) - Body ground*2 |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
NG | ![]() |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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5. |
REPLACE TRANSPONDER KEY ECU ASSEMBLY |
(a) Replace the transponder key ECU assembly with a new one (See page
).
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6. |
CLEAR DTC |
(a) Clear the DTCs (See page ).
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7. |
CHECK FOR DTC |
(a) Perform "DTC Output Confirmation Operation" procedure.
(b) Check for DTCs (See page ).
Result |
Proceed to |
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DTC B279A (for 2TR-FE) or B279A12 (for 2GR-FKS) is not output |
A |
DTC B279A is output (for 2TR-FE) |
B |
DTC B279A12 is output (for 2GR-FKS) |
C |
A | ![]() |
END (TRANSPONDER KEY ECU ASSEMBLY WAS DEFECTIVE) |
B | ![]() |
REPLACE ECM |
C | ![]() |
REPLACE ECM |
Precaution
PRECAUTION
1. IGNITION SWITCH EXPRESSION
(a) The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications
of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.
Expression
Ignition Switch (Position)
Engine S ...
Inner Rear View Mirror
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
ILLUSTRATION
Calibration
CALIBRATION
1. SELECT COMPASS DISPLAY MODE
(a) The compass switch allows you to select the Display or Non-display mode of
the compass.
*1
Compass Switch / EC Control Switch
2. PERFORM CALI ...
Inspection
INSPECTION
PROCEDURE
1. INSPECT MAGNET STARTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY
(a) Inspect the pull-in coil.
(1) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Text in Illustration
*a
Terminal 50
*b
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