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DTC B2278-62: Engine/Power Switch Signal Compare Failure [11/2021 - ]: Description

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This DTC is stored when the SSW1 contact signal, SSW2 contact signal and SSW3 contact signal, which are detected when the power switch is operated, do not match.

DTC No. Detection Item DTC Detection Condition Trouble Area Note
B2278-62 Engine/Power Switch Signal Compare Failure When the power switch is operated, the SSW1 contact signal, SSW2 contact signal and SSW3 contact signal do not match.
  • Power switch
  • Certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly)
  • Wire harness or connector
DTC Output Confirmation Operation: 
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON.
VEHICLE CONDITION AND FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION WHEN MALFUNCTION DETECTED

Vehicle Condition when Malfunction Detected Fail-safe Function when Malfunction Detected
If there is a malfunction in only one of the terminals SS1, SS2 or SS3, the system can still operate normally. When only one terminal malfunctions, that terminal is disabled and the system operates normally.
RELATED DATA LIST AND ACTIVE TEST ITEMS

DTC No. Data List and Active Test
B2278-62 Power Source Control 
  • Push Start Switch 1
  • Push Start Switch 2
  • Push Start Switch 3