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Model Year Start: 2023 Model: Camry Prod Date Range: [08/2022 -           ]
Title: THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function): B279986; Engine Immobiliser System Signal (Some Circuit Quantity, Reported via Serial Data) Invalid; 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]

DTC

B279986

Engine Immobiliser System Signal (Some Circuit Quantity, Reported via Serial Data) Invalid

DESCRIPTION

If there is a communication malfunction between the ECM and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU), or when the communication ID codes do not match, the ECM stores this DTC.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Note

B279986

Engine Immobiliser System Signal (Some Circuit Quantity, Reported via Serial Data) Invalid

Either of the following conditions is met (1 trip detection logic*):

  • A malfunction is detected in the communication or communication lines between the ECM and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU).
  • The communication ID codes of the ECM and ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) do not match.
  • ID code box (immobiliser code ECU)
  • ECM
  • Wire harness or connector

DTC output confirmation operation (Perform either of the following):

  • Start the engine and wait for 10 seconds. If there is a malfunction, the engine will stop (communication begins within 3 seconds of the engine start operation being performed, and DTCs are stored after 6 seconds).
  • Connect the cable to the negative (-) battery terminal, start the engine and wait for 10 seconds (communication begins within 3 seconds of the engine switch being turned on (IG), and DTCs are stored after 6 seconds).
  • *: Only output while a malfunction is present.

Vehicle Condition and Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected

Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected

Fail-safe Operation when Malfunction Detected

Engine cannot be started

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Related Data List and Active Test

DTC No.

Data List and Active Test

B279986

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WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • When using the Techstream with the engine switch off, connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then select the vehicle type under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key. While using the Techstream, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the Techstream and the vehicle.
  • The smart key system (for Start Function) uses the LIN communication system and CAN communication system. Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting. Troubleshoot the smart key system (for Start Function) after confirming that the communication systems are functioning properly.

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  • Before replacing the ECM or ID code box (immobiliser code ECU), refer to Registration.

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  • After performing repairs, confirm that no DTCs are output by performing "DTC Output Confirmation Operation".

HINT:

When DTC B279986 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.

REGISTER ECU COMMUNICATION ID

(a) Register the ECU communication ID code.

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NEXT

2.

CHECK ECM (TERMINAL EFII)

(a) Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.

*a

Component with harness connected

(ID Code Box (Immobiliser Code ECU))

*b

Waveform

*c

Approximately 160 ms.

*d

Approximately 270 ms.

OK:

Tester Connection

Condition

Tool Setting

Specified Condition

K152-3 (EFII) - Body ground

Engine switch on (IG)

2 V/DIV., 500 ms./DIV.

Pulse generation

(See waveform)

Result

Proceed to

Normal waveform

A

Terminal IMO stuck low (2.4 V or less)

B

Waveform not output, or has abnormal wavelength or shape

C
B

GO TO STEP 6

C

REPLACE ECM

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

A

3.

CHECK ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) (TERMINAL EFIO)

(a) Using an oscilloscope, check the waveform.

*a

Component with harness connected

(ID Code Box (Immobiliser Code ECU))

*b

Waveform

*c

Approximately 160 ms.

*d

Approximately 270 ms.

Measurement Condition:

Tester Connection

Condition

Tool Setting

Specified Condition

K152-4 (EFIO) - Body ground

Within 3 seconds of engine start or within 3 seconds of engine switch turned on (IG) after cable disconnected and reconnected to battery

2 V/DIV., 500 ms./DIV.

Pulse generation

(See waveform)
NG

REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU)

OK

4.

REGISTER ECU COMMUNICATION ID

(a) Register the ECU communication ID code.

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NEXT

5.

CHECK WHETHER ENGINE STARTS

(a) Using an electrical key transmitter sub-assembly which is registered to the vehicle, turn the engine switch on (IG).

(b) Check that the engine starts 5 seconds after the engine switch turned on (IG).

OK:

Engine starts normally.

OK

END (ECU COMMUNICATION ID HAS NOT BEEN REGISTERED)
NG

REPLACE ECM

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

6.

CHECK ECM

(a) Disconnect the A24*1 or A21*2 ECM connector.

  • *1: for A25A-FKS
  • *2: for 2GR-FKS

(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

for A25A-FKS

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A24-25 (IMO) - Body ground

Engine switch turned on (IG) using registered electrical key transmitter sub-assembly

Terminal IMO stuck low (2.4 V or less)

Terminal IMO stuck high (12 V) or abnormal waveform

for 2GR-FKS

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

A21-45 (IMO) - Body ground

Engine switch turned on (IG) using registered electrical key transmitter sub-assembly

Terminal IMO stuck low (2.4 V or less)

Terminal IMO stuck high (12 V) or abnormal waveform

Result

Proceed to

Terminal IMO stuck low (2.4 V or less)

A

Terminal IMO stuck high (12 V) or abnormal waveform

B
B

REPLACE ECM

for A25A-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; A25A-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

for 2GR-FKS: Click here 2023 - 2024 MY Camry [08/2022 -        ]; 2GR-FKS (ENGINE CONTROL): ECM: REMOVAL

A

7.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU) - ECM)

(a) Disconnect the K152 ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) connector.

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

Standard Resistance:

for A25A-FKS

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

K152-3 (EFII) - A24-25 (IMO)

Always

Below 1 Ω

K152-3 (EFII) or A24-25 (IMO) - Other terminals and body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher

for 2GR-FKS

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

K152-3 (EFII) - A21-45 (IMO)

Always

Below 1 Ω

K152-3 (EFII) or A21-45 (IMO) - Other terminals and body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher
OK

REPLACE ID CODE BOX (IMMOBILISER CODE ECU)

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR