DESCRIPTION
This DTC is stored when the engine switch power source supply line is open or shorted.
DTC No. |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
---|---|---|
B278A |
Engine switch power source supply line is open or shorted. |
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WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
If the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) is replaced, register the key
(See page ).
PROCEDURE
1. |
CHECK DTC OUTPUT |
(a) Clear the DTCs (See page ).
(b) Recheck for DTCs (See page ).
OK:
DTC B278A is not output.
OK | ![]() |
USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK |
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2. |
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (CERTIFICATION ECU - ENGINE SWITCH) |
(a) Disconnect the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
(b) Disconnect the engine switch connector. |
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(c) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection |
Condition |
Specified Condition |
---|---|---|
D25-28 (VC5) - D13-14 (VC5) |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
D25-36 (AGND) - D13-8 (AGND) |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
D25-28 (VC5) - Body ground |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
D25-36 (AGND) - Body ground |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
*1 |
Front view of wire harness connector (to Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly)) |
*2 |
Front view of wire harness connector (to Engine Switch) |
NG | ![]() |
REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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3. |
CHECK CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
(a) Reconnect the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.
(b) Reconnect the engine switch connector.
(c) Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.
Waveform (Reference):
Item |
Content |
---|---|
Tester Connection |
D25-28 (VC5) - D25-36 (AGND) |
Tool Setting |
2 V/DIV., 200 ms./DIV. |
Condition |
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OK:
Waveform is output normally (see illustration)
Result |
Proceed to |
---|---|
NG |
A |
OK (for 2GR-FE) |
B |
OK (for 1AR-FE) |
C |
*1 |
Component with harness connected (Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly)) |
*2 |
GND |
A | ![]() |
REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) |
B | ![]() |
REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH |
C | ![]() |
REPLACE ENGINE SWITCH |
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR AND LINK
(a) Remove the windshield wiper motor and link (See page
).
2. REMOVE OUTER COWL TOP PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY
3. REMOVE NO. 1 ENGINE COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
4. REMOVE COOL AIR INTAKE DUCT SEAL
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Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE UPPER BACK WINDOW PANEL TRIM
2. REMOVE BACK DOOR PANEL TRIM ASSEMBLY
3. DISCONNECT POWER BACK DOOR ROD (w/ Power Back Door)
4. REMOVE BACK DOOR TRIM COVER LH (w/o Power Back Door)
5. REMOVE BACK DOOR TRIM COVER LH ...
Starting System
Parts Location
PARTS LOCATION
ILLUSTRATION
ILLUSTRATION
System Diagram
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
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