2003 Toyota Highlander Limited, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Body Multiplex Control Systems DTCS

BODY MULTIPLEX CONTROL SYSTEMS DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC) IDENTIFICATION

DTC Description
B1211/11 DRIVER DOOR ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1214 DOOR SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (+B SHORT)
B1215 DOOR SYSTEM COMMUNICATION BUS MALFUNCTION (GND SHORT)
B1241 BODY ECU SWITCH CIRCUIT DIAGNOSIS
B1261 ECM (ENGINE ECU) COMMUNICATION STOP
B1262/62 A/C ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1269/69 THEFT DETERRENT ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1271 COMBINATION METER ECU COMMUNICATION STOP
B1273/73 SLIDING ROOF 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.