DTC B2788: IG2 Signal Malfunction [11/2018 - 12/2021]: Description

2020 Toyota RAV4 XLE, AWDSECTION Description

This DTC is stored when the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) detects an IG2 power supply malfunction.

The steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) is not connected to the CAN communication system. However, the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) is connected to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) via LIN communication and communicates with other components via CAN communication through the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly).

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Note
B2788 IG2 Signal Malfunction Mismatch between the steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly) IG2 input from the LIN communication system and from the direct line. (1-trip detection logic (Only output while a malfunction is present and the engine switch is on (IG).))
  • Steering lock ECU (steering lock actuator with ECU assembly)
  • Harness or connector
DTC Output Confirmation Operation:Β 
  1. Any time
VEHICLE CONDITION AND FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION WHEN MALFUNCTION DETECTED

Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected
The steering cannot be locked or unlocked. For this reason, the engine cannot be started. -
RELATED DATA LIST AND ACTIVE TEST ITEMS

DTC No. Data List and Active Test
B2788 -
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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