Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2004 Lexus LS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Multiplex Communication System DTCS
MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| B1205 | AFS ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1211 | DRIVER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1212 | FRONT PASSENGER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1213 | TILT AND TELESCOPIC ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1214, B1215 | DOOR SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| B1216 | REAR RIGHT DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1217 | REAR LEFT DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1219 | REAR SEAT SWITCH COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1248 | AVC-LAN COMMUNICATION IMPOSSIBLE |
| B1262 | A/C ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1263 | LUGGAGE ROOM JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1266, B1267 | INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| B1269 | THEFT DETERRENT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1271 | COMBINATION METER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1272 | POWER SEAT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1273 | SLIDING ROOF ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1275 | ACCESSORY BUS BUFFER COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1277 | CENTER INTEGRATION ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1278 | COMBINATION SWITCH ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1279 | RAIN SENSOR COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1281 | AIRBAG ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1283 | DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1284 | PASSENGER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1285 | STEERING PAD SWITCH COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1291, B1292 | LIGHT SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| B1294 | IMMOBILIZER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1296 | FRONT LIGHT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1297 | CLEARANCE SONAR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1298 | REAR RIGHT SEAT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| B1299 | REAR LEFT SEAT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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