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Model Year Start: 2023 Model: RAV4 Prod Date Range: [10/2022 -           ]
Title: CELLULAR COMMUNICATION: SAFETY CONNECT SYSTEM: B15C464; Airbag Signal Signal Plausibility Failure; 2023 - 2024 MY RAV4 RAV4 HV [10/2022 -        ]

DTC

B15C464

Airbag Signal Signal Plausibility Failure

DESCRIPTION

If the DCM (telematics transceiver) detects an error in communication between the DCM (telematics transceiver) and the airbag ECU assembly as a result of the DCM (telematics transceiver) self check, this DTC will be stored.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

DTC Output from

Priority

B15C464

Airbag Signal Signal Plausibility Failure

DCM (telematics transceiver) detects an error in signals from airbag ECU assembly when the ignition switch is ON

  • Airbag system
  • Harness or connector
  • Airbag ECU assembly
  • DCM (telematics transceiver)

Telematics

A

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • Depending on the parts that are replaced during vehicle inspection or maintenance, performing initialization, registration or calibration may be needed. Refer to Precaution for Safety Connect System.

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  • The vehicle is equipped with an SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) which includes components such as airbags. Before servicing (including removal or installation of parts), be sure to read the Precaution in the SRS.

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  • When replacing the DCM (telematics transceiver), make sure to replace it with a new one.
  • After turning the ignition switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) auxiliary battery terminal notices before proceeding with work.

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PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK DTC (AIRBAG SYSTEM)

Pre-procedure1

(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON and wait for 10 seconds.

Procedure1

(b) Check the DTC of "AIRBAG SYSTEM".

Body Electrical > SRS Airbag > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

DTCs are not output

A

DTCs are output

B

Post-procedure1

(c) None

B

GO TO AIRBAG SYSTEM

A

2.

CLEAR DTC

Pre-procedure1

(a) Turn the ignition switch to ON and wait for 10 seconds or more.

Procedure1

(b) Clear the DTCs.

Body Electrical > Telematics > Clear DTCs

Post-procedure1

(c) None

NEXT

3.

CHECK FOR DTC

(a) Check for DTCs.

Body Electrical > Telematics > Trouble Codes

Result

Proceed to

B15C464 is not output

A

B15C464 is output

B

A

USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK

B

4.

CHECK DCM (TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER) (GSW SIGNAL)

Pre-procedure1

(a) Remove the DCM (telematics transceiver) but do not disconnect the connectors.

HINT:

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*a

Component with harness connected

(DCM [Telematics Transceiver])

Procedure1

(b) Check the input waveform.

(1) Check the signal waveform according to the condition(s) in the table below. (Check the waveform from the back of the wire harness connector of the DCM (telematics transceiver) while the airbag ECU assembly connectors are connected.)

Reference Waveform:

Item

Condition

Tester connection

G131-13 (GSW) - Body ground

Tool setting

5.0 V/DIV., 20 ms/DIV.

Vehicle condition

Ignition switch ON

OK:

The waveform is similar to that shown in the illustration.

Post-procedure1

(c) None

NG

GO TO STEP 6

OK

5.

REPLACE DCM (TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER)

(a) Replace the DCM (telematics transceiver).

HINT:

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NOTICE:

  • The ignition switch must be off.
  • Do not exchange the DCM (telematics transceiver) with one from another vehicle.
NEXT

PERFORM DCM ACTIVATION

6.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (DCM [TELEMATICS TRANSCEIVER] - AIRBAG ECU ASSEMBLY)

Pre-procedure1

(a) Disconnect the G131 DCM (telematics transceiver) connector.

(b) Disconnect the G70 airbag ECU assembly connector.

Procedure1

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

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G131-13 (GSW) - G70-23 (GSW3)

Always

Below 1 Ω

G131-13 (GSW) - Body ground

Always

10 kΩ or higher

Post-procedure1

(d) None

OK

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NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR