Last Modified: 01-30-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001G221
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [11/2018 - 12/2021]
Title: THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): B2781; Open / Short in Steering Lock ECU; 2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]

DTC

B2781

Open / Short in Steering Lock ECU

DESCRIPTION

The steering lock ECU and steering lock motor are built into the steering lock actuator with ECU assembly.

The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) detects whether the steering lock is in the lock or unlock position by using the lock sensor and unlock sensor of the steering lock motor.

The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) receives lock and unlock request signals from the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and responds with lock and unlock operation signals.

The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) is not connected to the CAN communication system. However, the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) is connected to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) via LIN communication and communicates with other components via CAN communication through the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly).

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Note

B2781

Open / Short in Steering Lock ECU

One of the following conditions is met (1-trip detection logic (Only output while a malfunction is present and the engine switch is on (IG).)):

  • The steering lock sensor or unlock sensor is malfunctioning (When both detection switches turn on, the system is determined to be malfunctioning).
  • The steering lock motor activation circuit has a short circuit.
  • The steering lock motor activation circuit has an open circuit.
  • Steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly)
  • LIN communication system

DTC Output Confirmation Operation:

  • Any time

Vehicle Condition and Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected

Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected

Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected

The steering cannot be locked or unlocked. For this reason, the engine cannot be started.

Prohibits the engine from being started.

Related Data List and Active Test Items

DTC No.

Data List and Active Test

B2781

Smart Key

  • Sensor Value
  • Motor Driver Short

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.

    Click here 2019 - 2021 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 12/2021]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Entry Function, Gasoline Model): HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING

  • Before replacing the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly), refer to the Registration.

    Click here 2019 MY RAV4 [11/2018 - 10/2019]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION 2020 MY RAV4 [10/2019 - 08/2020]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION 2021 MY RAV4 [08/2020 - 12/2021]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, Gasoline Model): REGISTRATION

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

HINT:

When all the ECUs that are connected via LIN communication cannot communicate with the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), DTC B2785 is stored.

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Connect the Techstream to the DLC3.

(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).

(c) Turn the Techstream on.

(d) Enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key / Trouble Codes.

(e) Check for DTCs.

Body Electrical > Smart Key > Trouble Codes

HINT:

  • If the steering cannot be unlocked, the engine switch cannot be turned on (IG) and the engine cannot be started.
  • If LIN communication is not available, the steering cannot be locked or unlocked.

Result

Proceed to

DTC B2785 is not output.

A

DTC B2785 is output.

B
A

REPLACE STEERING LOCK ECU (STEERING LOCK ACTUATOR WITH ECU ASSEMBLY)

B

GO TO LIN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (DTC B2785)