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B1000

DTC B1000: Communication Bus Line Error

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A.

1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).
3. Wait for 6 seconds or more.
4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1000 indicated?

YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure. The communication bus line is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections, or worn/shorted wires. If the connections are good, check the battery condition and the charging system.

5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Are DTCs B1008, B1011, and B 1032 also indicated with DTC B1000?

YES - Go to step 6.

NO - Faulty MICU; replace the under-dash fuse/relay box.

6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.




7. Disconnect the appropriate connector at each control unit in the table one at a time. Clear the DTCs, then recheck for DTCs after each unit is disconnected.

Is DTC B1000 indicated with each individual unit disconnected?

YES - Go to step 8.

NO - Replace the control unit that was disconnected and B1000 did not reset.

8. Disconnect the under-dash fuse/relay box connector Q (16P).




9. Check for continuity between the under-dash fuse/relay box connector Q (16P) No. 6 terminal and body ground.

Is there continuity?

YES - Repair the short to ground in the wire.

NO - Go to step 10.

10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).




11. Check for voltage between the under-dash fuse/relay box connector Q (16P) No. 6 terminal and body ground.

Is there voltage?

YES - Repair the short to power in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box connector and the affected control unit.

NO - Faulty MICU; replace the under-dash fuse/relay box.