B2797 Communication malfunction number one in the immobilizer system

Category
Body
Severity
Body Warning Light
Applies to
Toyota, Lexus and Scion models that use this code

What does B2797 mean on a Toyota?

B2797. Communication malfunction number one in the immobilizer system. A component on the immobilizer bus stops answering the certification ECU. This Toyota-enhanced code applies to Toyota, Lexus and Scion models that use this code.

Common causes of B2797

How to fix B2797

  1. Confirm the code with a scan tool
  2. Inspect and reseat the immobilizer connectors
  3. Test the communication line for opens and shorts
  4. Check component power and ground
  5. Replace a component only after tests fail