2001 Toyota Highlander Limited, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Multiplex Control System DTCS

MULTIPLEX CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) IDENTIFICATION

DTC Description
B1211/11 DRIVER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1214 COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION SHORT TO BATTERY
B1215 COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION SHORT TO BODY GROUND
B1261 ECM COMMUNICATION STOP
B1262/62 A/C ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1269/69 THEFT WARNING ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1271 COMBINATION METER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1273/73 SLIDING ROOF ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
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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.