If the communication line (IMI - EFIO) between the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly is stuck high, the ECM will store this DTC.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B279A12 | Engine Immobiliser System Circuit Short to Battery | Communication line (EFIO-IMI) between the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly is stuck high. | ·
Wire harness or connector ·
ECM ·
Transponder key ECU assembly |
DTC Output Confirmation Operation:
Turn the ignition switch to ON and wait 6 seconds. |
| Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected | Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected |
|---|---|
| Engine cannot be started (initial ignition occurs and engine cranks, then ignition stops) | Engine cannot be started |
| DTC No. | Data List and Active Test |
|---|---|
| B279A12 | - |
Before replacing the transponder key ECU assembly or ECM, refer to the Service Bulletin.
After repair, confirm that no DTCs are output by performing "DTC Output Confirmation Operation".
Turn the ignition switch off.
Check that the connectors are properly connected to the ECM and transponder key ECU assembly.
Connectors are properly connected.
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
NG
Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.
| *a | Component with harness connected
(Transponder Key ECU Assembly) |
*b | Waveform |
| *c | Approximately 160 ms. | *d | Approximately 270 ms. |
| Tester Connection | Condition | Tool Setting | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|---|
| N66-11 (EFIO) - Body ground | Within 3 seconds of engine start or within 3 seconds of ignition switch turned to ON after cable disconnected and reconnected to battery | 2 V/DIV., 500 ms./DIV. | Pulse generation
(See waveform) |
| Result | Proceed to |
|---|---|
| 11 to 14 V | A |
| Below 1 V | B |
| Normal waveform | C |
A
B
C
for 7GR-FKS:
for 1GD-FTV:
for 7GR-FKS:
Disconnect the A1 ECM connector.
for 1GD-FTV:
Disconnect the A2 ECM connector.
Disconnect the N66 transponder key ECU assembly connector.
Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| N66-11 (EFIO) - A1-8 (IMI) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| N66-11 (EFIO) - A2-16 (IMI) | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| Proceed to |
|---|
| OK |
| NG |
OK
for 7GR-FKS:
for 1GD-FTV:
NG