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.
2005 Lexus LS 430FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Multiplex Communication System DTCS
MULTIPLEX COMMUNICATION SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION
| DTC | Description |
|---|---|
| DTC B1205 | AFS ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1211 | DRIVER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1212 | FRONT PASSENGER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1213 | TILT AND TELESCOPIC ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1214, B1215 | DOOR SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| DTC B1216 | REAR RIGHT DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1217 | REAR LEFT DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1219 | REAR SEAT SWITCH COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1248 | AVC-LAN COMMUNICATION IMPOSSIBLE |
| DTC B1262 | A/C ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1263 | LUGGAGE ROOM JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1266, B1267 | INSTRUMENT PANEL SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| DTC B1269 | THEFT DETERRENT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1271 | COMBINATION METER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1272 | POWER SEAT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1273 | SLIDING ROOF ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1275 | ACCESSORY BUS BUFFER COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1277 | CENTER INTEGRATION ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1278 | COMBINATION SWITCH ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1279 | RAIN SENSOR COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1281 | AIRBAG ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1283 | DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1284 | PASSENGER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1285 | STEERING PAD SWITCH COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1291, B1292 | LIGHT SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)/(GND SHORT) |
| DTC B1294 | IMMOBILIZER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1296 | FRONT LIGHT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1297 | CLEARANCE SONAR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC B1298 | REAR RIGHT SEAT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP |
| DTC 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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