Last Modified: 05-13-2024 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM1000000026XCD
Model Year Start: 2023 Model: Corolla Prod Date Range: [09/2022 -           ]
Title: THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): B277A96; Wireless Starter Component Internal Failure; 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla HV [09/2022 -        ]

DTC

B277A96

Wireless Starter Component Internal Failure

DESCRIPTION

If the remote engine start ECU*1 or DCM (telematics transceiver)*2 does not respond to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) or the remote engine start ID is not registered, this DTC is stored.

HINT:

Registration status of the remote engine start ECU ID can be checked using the "Remote Engine Starter Registration Status" item in the Data List.*2

  • *1: w/ Genuine Remote Engine Start
  • *2: for Remote Connect Compatible Type

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Note

B277A96

Wireless Starter Component Internal Failure

One of the following conditions is met (1 trip detection logic*3):

  • A remote start communication error occurs.
  • Response is not possible.
  • Registration has not been performed.
  • CAN communication system
  • Remote engine start ECU*1
  • DCM (telematics transceiver)*2
  • Certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)

DTC output confirmation operation:

  • A remote start operation is performed.
  • *1: w/ Genuine Remote Engine Start
  • *2: for Remote Connect Compatible Type
  • *3: 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

Hybrid control system does not start with remote start operation

Hybrid control system cannot be started by remote start operation only

Related Data List and Active Test

DTC No.

Data List and Active Test

B277A96

Telematics

  • DCM (telematics transceiver)*
  • *: for Remote Connect Compatible Type

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • When using the GTS with the ignition switch off, connect the GTS to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the GTS and the vehicle begins.

    Then select Model Code "KEY REGIST" under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Start Key(CAN). While using the GTS, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the GTS 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 2023 MY Corolla Corolla HV [09/2022 - 11/2022]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla HV [11/2022 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): HOW TO PROCEED WITH TROUBLESHOOTING

  • Before replacing the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), refer to Registration.

    Click here 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla HV [09/2022 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): REGISTRATION

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

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM

(a) Check for CAN communication system DTCs.

Click here 2023 MY Corolla Corolla HV [09/2022 - 11/2022]; NETWORKING: CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (for HV Model): DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla HV [11/2022 -        ]; NETWORKING: CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (for HV Model): DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM

OK:

CAN communication DTCs are not output.

NG

GO TO CAN COMMUNICATION SYSTEM (DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART)

OK

2.

CONFIRM MODEL

(a) Choose the model to be inspected.

Result

Proceed to

w/ Genuine Remote Engine Start

A

for Remote Connect Compatible Type

B

B

GO TO TELEMATICS SYSTEM (Remote Engine Starter does not Operate)

A

3.

REGISTER REMOTE ENGINE STARTER ID

(a) Register the remote engine starter ID.

OK:

Registration can be completed.

NG

REPLACE CERTIFICATION ECU (SMART KEY ECU ASSEMBLY) 2023 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [09/2022 - 11/2022]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: CERTIFICATION ECU: REMOVAL 2023 - 2025 MY Corolla Corolla Hatchback Corolla HV GR Corolla [11/2022 -        ]; THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: CERTIFICATION ECU: REMOVAL

OK

4.

CHECK REMOTE ENGINE STARTER FUNCTION

(a) Check the remote engine starter function.

OK:

Remote engine starter functions operate normally.

OK

END (REMOTE ENGINE STARTER ID WAS NOT REGISTERED)

NG

REPLACE REMOTE ENGINE START ECU