DESCRIPTION
This DTC is stored when the engine switch power source supply line is open or shorted.
DTC No. |
DTC Detection Condition |
Trouble Area |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
Ignition Switch Circuit
DESCRIPTION
The main body ECU (driver side junction block assembly) determines the ignition
switch position (OFF, ACC, ON) based on signals from the IG or ACC circuit.
WIRING DIAGRAM
PROCEDURE
1.
READ VALUE USING TECHSTREAM
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Installation
INSTALLATION
PROCEDURE
1. INSTALL POWER DISTRIBUTION
(a) Connect the 3 connectors.
(b) Engage the 2 claws to temporarily install the power distribution
as shown in the illustration.
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How To Proceed With Troubleshooting
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the following procedure to troubleshoot the start function.
*: Use the Techstream.
PROCEDURE
1.
VEHICLE BROUGHT TO WORKSHOP
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