Lexus ES: GPS Antenna Connection Malfunction(short) (B15C0,B15C1)
DESCRIPTION
These DTCs are stored when a malfunction occurs in the navigation antenna assembly.
| DTC No. | Detection Item | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| B15C0 | GPS Antenna Connection Malfunction(short) | GPS Antenna Connection Malfunction (short) |
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| B15C1 | GPS Antenna Connection Malfunction(break) | GPS Antenna Connection Malfunction (break) |
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WIRING DIAGRAM
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
- Depending on the parts that are replaced during vehicle inspection or maintenance, performing initialization, registration or calibration may be needed. Refer to Precaution for Navigation System.
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When replacing the navigation ECU, always replace it with a new one. If a navigation ECU which was installed to another vehicle is used, the following may occur:
- A communication malfunction DTC may be stored.
- The navigation ECU may not operate normally.
PROCEDURE
| 1. | CHECK DTC |
(a) Clear the DTCs.
Body Electrical > Navigation System > Clear DTCs(b) Recheck for DTCs and check that no DTCs are output.
Body Electrical > Navigation System > Trouble CodesOK:
No DTCs are output.
| OK |  | USE SIMULATION METHOD TO CHECK |
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| 2. | INSPECT ANTENNA CORD SUB-ASSEMBLY |
(a) Remove the antenna cord sub-assembly.
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(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
| *a | Component without harness connected (Antenna Cord Sub-assembly) |
| *a | Component without harness connected (Antenna Cord Sub-assembly) |
Standard Resistance:
| Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
| A-3 - B-1 | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-3a - B-1a | Always | Below 1 Ω |
| A-3 or B-1 - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| A-3a or B-1a - Body ground | Always | 10 kΩ or higher |
| NG | | REPLACE ANTENNA CORD SUB-ASSEMBLY |
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| 3. | INSPECT NAVIGATION ANTENNA ASSEMBLY |
(a) Remove the navigation antenna assembly.
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(b) Inspect the navigation antenna assembly.
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| OK | | REPLACE NAVIGATION ECU |
| NG | | REPLACE NAVIGATION ANTENNA ASSEMBLY |
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