Sliding Roof ECU Communication Stop (B1273)
This DTC is stored when LIN communication between the sliding roof ECU (sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly) and main body ECU (driver side junction block assembly) stops for more than 10 seconds.
DTC No. | DTC Detection Condition | Trouble Area |
|---|---|---|
B1273 |
No communication between the sliding roof ECU (sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly) and main body ECU (driver side junction block assembly) for more than 10 seconds. |
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CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
NOTICE:
- When the sliding roof ECU (sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly) is replaced or removed and reinstalled, it requires initialization (See page
). - When using the Techstream to troubleshoot with the ignition switch off:
Connect the Techstream to the DLC3, and turn the courtesy switch on and off at 1.5-second intervals until communication between the Techstream and vehicle begins.
CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (SLIDING ROOF ECU - BATTERY AND BODY GROUND)
(a) Disconnect the P4 ECU connector. |
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(b) Measure the resistance and voltage according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
P4-2 (E) - Body ground |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
Standard Voltage:
Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
P4-1 (B) - Body ground |
Always |
11 to 14 V |
*1 |
Front view of wire harness connector (to Sliding Roof ECU (Sliding Roof Drive Gear Sub-assembly)) |
| NG | ![]() | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (MAIN BODY ECU - SLIDING ROOF ECU)
(a) Disconnect the D48 ECU connector. |
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(b) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below.
Standard Resistance:
Tester Connection | Condition | Specified Condition |
|---|---|---|
D48-10 (LIN2) - P4-4 (LIN) |
Always |
Below 1 Ω |
P4-4 (LIN) - Body ground |
Always |
10 kΩ or higher |
*1 |
Front view of wire harness connector (to Main Body ECU (Driver Side Junction Block Assembly)) |
*2 |
Front view of wire harness connector (to Sliding Roof ECU (Sliding Roof Drive Gear Sub-assembly)) |
| NG | ![]() | REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR |
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REPLACE SLIDING ROOF ECU (SLIDING ROOF DRIVE GEAR SUB-ASSEMBLY)
(a) Replace the sliding roof ECU (sliding roof drive gear sub-assembly) (See page
).
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CHECK DTC OUTPUT
(a) Clear the DTC (See page
).
(b) Recheck for DTCs.
OK:
DTC B1273 is not output.
| OK | ![]() | END (SLIDING ROOF ECU WAS DEFECTIVE) |
| NG | ![]() | REPLACE MAIN BODY ECU (DRIVER SIDE JUNCTION BLOCK ASSEMBLY) |
Test yourself
A quick Toyota Venza quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.

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