B2797 Communication malfunction number one in the immobilizer system
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
- Open or short on the immobilizer bus
- Faulty immobilizer component
- Corroded connector
- Failed certification ECU
- Low system voltage
How to fix B2797
- Confirm the code with a scan tool
- Inspect and reseat the immobilizer connectors
- Test the communication line for opens and shorts
- Check component power and ground
- Replace a component only after tests fail