Last Modified: 05-08-2025 6.11:8.1.0 Doc ID: RM100000001G20V
Model Year Start: 2019 Model: RAV4 HV Prod Date Range: [11/2018 -           ]
Title: THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Start Function, HV Model): B228B; System Voltage or GND Energization Malfunction; 2019 - 2025 MY RAV4 HV [11/2018 -        ]

DTC

B228B

System Voltage or GND Energization Malfunction

DESCRIPTION

This DTC is stored when there is a malfunction in the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) auxiliary battery power supply circuit or ground circuit.

DTC No.

Detection Item

DTC Detection Condition

Trouble Area

Note

B228B

System Voltage or GND Energization Malfunction

A malfunction is detected in the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) auxiliary battery power supply circuit or ground circuit. (1-trip detection logic*)
  • AM2 fuse
  • Harness or connector
  • Certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)

DTC Output Confirmation Operation:

  • Drive the vehicle.
  • *: Only detected while a malfunction is present.

Vehicle Condition and Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected

Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected

Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected

The hybrid control system stopped while driving.

-

Related Data List and Active Test Items

DTC No.

Data List and Active Test

B228B

-

WIRING DIAGRAM

CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT

NOTICE:

  • When using the Techstream with the power switch off, connect the Techstream to the DLC3 and turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less until communication between the Techstream and the vehicle begins. Then select the vehicle type under manual mode and enter the following menus: Body Electrical / Smart Key. While using the Techstream, periodically turn a courtesy light switch on and off at intervals of 1.5 seconds or less to maintain communication between the Techstream and the vehicle.
  • The smart key system (for Start Function) uses the LIN communication system and CAN communication system. Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting. Troubleshoot the smart key system (for Start Function) after confirming that the communication systems are functioning properly.

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  • Inspect the fuses of circuits related to this system before performing the following procedure.
  • After repair, confirm that no DTCs are output by performing "DTC Output Confirmation Operation".

PROCEDURE

1.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (POWER SOURCE)

(a) Disconnect the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) connector.

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly))

(b) Measure the voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Voltage:

Tester Connection

Switch Condition

Specified Condition

G54-4 (+B) - Body ground

Power switch off

9.5 to 14 V
NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR IN CIRCUIT CONNECTED TO POWER SOURCE
OK

2.

CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (BODY GROUND)

(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.

Standard Resistance:

Tester Connection

Condition

Specified Condition

G54-18 (E) - Body ground

Always

Below 1 Ω

*a

Front view of wire harness connector

(to Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly))
OK

END (TEMPORARY CONNECTION FAILURE IS SUSPECTED)

NG

REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR