Toyota RAV4 (XA40) 2013-2018 Service Manual: Communication
Description
When a key is inserted into the ignition key cylinder but no communication occurs between the key and transponder key ecu, dtc b2796 is output. When a key is inserted into the ignition key cylinder but a communication error occurs between the key and transponder key ecu, dtc b2798 is output.
Wiring diagram
Inspection procedure
- Read value of intelligent tester (engine immobiliser system)
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on with a key that cannot start the engine.
- On the intelligent tester, enter the following menus: diagnosis / obd/mobd / immobiliser / data list / immobiliser. Read the result.
Ok: unset (key is in ignition key cylinder) appears on the screen.
- Check whether engine starts with other key
- Check whether the engine starts with the vehicle's other keys.
Ok: engine starts.
- Read value of intelligent tester (transponder key coil)
- Connect the intelligent tester (with can vim) to the dlc3.
- Turn the ignition switch on with a key that cannot start the engine.
- On the intelligent tester, enter the following menus: diagnosis / obd/mobd / immobiliser / data list / antenna coil. Read the result.
Ok: normal (transponder key coil is normal) appears on the screen.
- Check wire harness (transponder key ecu - transponder key amplifier)
- Disconnect the e46 ecu connector.
- Disconnect the e5 amplifier connector.
- Measure the resistance of the wire harness side connectors.
Standard resistance 
- Check transponder key amplifier (operation)
- Temporarily replace the transponder key amplifier with a new or normally functioning one..
- Check that the engine starts normally
Ok: engine starts normally.
End (transponder key amplifier is defective)
Unmatched key code
Description
This dtc is output when a key code that has not been registered in the
transponder key ecu is inserted
into the ignition key cylinder.
Inspection procedure
Reregister key
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Communication malfunction no. 1
Description
This dtc is output when a communication error occurs between the transponder
key amplifier and
transponder key ecu. Some possible reasons for the communication error are: 1) 2
or ...
Other materials:
Removal
Disconnect cable from negative battery
terminal
Caution:
Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the
cable from the negative (-) battery terminal to
prevent airbag and seat belt pretensioner activation.
Remove accelerator pedal rod
Disconnect the accelerator pedal position ...
Disassembly
Hint:
Use the same procedures for the rh side and lh side.
The procedures listed below are for the lh side.
Remove no. 1 Rear seat reclining cover lh
Remove the 2 screws.
Using a screwdriver, detach the 5 claws and remove
the cover.
Hint:
Tape the screwdriver tip before ...
How to proceed with troubleshooting
Hint:
Use the procedure to troubleshoot the power door lock
control system.
*: Use the intelligent tester.
Vehicle brought to workshop
Inspect battery voltage
Standard voltage:
11 to 14 v
If the voltage is below 11 v, recharge or replace the battery
before proceeding.
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