Code
B2405
MITSUBISHI
B — Body
STL.unit comm.(rolling code)
Views:
UK: 8
EN: 12
RU: 14
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Faulty steering lock (STL) unit or internal electronics
- Damaged or loose connector(s) at the STL unit
- Wiring harness damage (short/open/ground) between STL and BCM/immobilizer/ECU
- Low vehicle or key battery voltage during handshake
- Broken or unprogrammed key transponder (rolling-code mismatch)
- Aftermarket security or RF interference disrupting rolling-code exchange
Symptoms
- Immobilizer/security warning light on or flashing
- Engine cranks but will not start, or starter disabled
- Key may not turn or steering lock remains engaged
- Intermittent no-start or start delay tied to key use
- Multiple communication or security-related DTCs present in scan tool
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs (including U-codes) and note freeze-frame data
- Verify vehicle battery voltage (should be ~12–14 V) and condition
- Visually inspect STL unit connector and wiring for corrosion, damage, or loose pins
- Check fuses and ground points for the STL / immobilizer circuits
- Attempt start with a known-good, programmed key (spare key) to rule out key/transponder
- Use a scan tool to monitor communication messages between STL, BCM and immobilizer during a start attempt
Signal parameters
- Power supply to STL: ~11–14 V with engine off and cranking
- Ground: continuity to chassis, low resistance (
- Communication: rolling-code handshake messages visible on diagnostic tool when starting or unlocking (module-specific timing)
- Bus signal presence: CAN/LIN frames from/to STL/BCM present during start attempt (module dependent)
- No sustained short to battery or short to ground on STL data lines
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a professional scan tool and read all DTCs; save data and note time stamps.
- Verify vehicle and key battery voltages; charge or replace if low.
- Inspect STL unit connectors, wiring harness and ground points; repair any damage or corrosion.
- Check related fuses and power supply to the STL unit; repair if faulty.
- With scan tool, monitor communication on the network (CAN/LIN) while attempting ignition; confirm whether STL messages are transmitted and whether rolling-code handshake occurs.
- Try starting with a known-good programmed key. If spare key works, suspect key/transponder or rolling-code sync.
- If no communication from STL, verify power/ground at the unit and consider bench or in-vehicle replacement following OEM procedures.
- If STL replaced or reprogrammed, ensure correct module coding/rolling-code learning procedure is performed per manufacturer instructions.
- Clear codes and retest multiple start cycles to confirm repair; if intermittent, perform wiggle tests on harness and re-check connectors.
Likely causes
- Intermittent connector/circuit causing lost packets during rolling-code exchange
- Key not properly programmed or rolling-code out of sync
- Failed STL actuator or internal controller
- Corroded antenna/coil around ignition or key reader preventing transponder read
- Aftermarket alarm or RF device causing interference
Fault status
Status
STL unit communication error — rolling-code handshake failed or lost (security/immobilizer communication fault).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 2.5 hours
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Code
B2405
Other
B — Body
Audio Single-Disc CD Player Thermal Shutdown Fault
Views:
UK: 14
EN: 24
RU: 23
AI status
Completed
Completed
100%
Causes
- Faulty steering lock (STL) unit or internal electronics
- Damaged or loose connector(s) at the STL unit
- Wiring harness damage (short/open/ground) between STL and BCM/immobilizer/ECU
- Low vehicle or key battery voltage during handshake
- Broken or unprogrammed key transponder (rolling-code mismatch)
- Aftermarket security or RF interference disrupting rolling-code exchange
Symptoms
- Immobilizer/security warning light on or flashing
- Engine cranks but will not start, or starter disabled
- Key may not turn or steering lock remains engaged
- Intermittent no-start or start delay tied to key use
- Multiple communication or security-related DTCs present in scan tool
What to check
- Read all stored and pending DTCs (including U-codes) and note freeze-frame data
- Verify vehicle battery voltage (should be ~12–14 V) and condition
- Visually inspect STL unit connector and wiring for corrosion, damage, or loose pins
- Check fuses and ground points for the STL / immobilizer circuits
- Attempt start with a known-good, programmed key (spare key) to rule out key/transponder
- Use a scan tool to monitor communication messages between STL, BCM and immobilizer during a start attempt
Signal parameters
- Power supply to STL: ~11–14 V with engine off and cranking
- Ground: continuity to chassis, low resistance (
- Communication: rolling-code handshake messages visible on diagnostic tool when starting or unlocking (module-specific timing)
- Bus signal presence: CAN/LIN frames from/to STL/BCM present during start attempt (module dependent)
- No sustained short to battery or short to ground on STL data lines
Diagnostic algorithm
- Connect a professional scan tool and read all DTCs; save data and note time stamps.
- Verify vehicle and key battery voltages; charge or replace if low.
- Inspect STL unit connectors, wiring harness and ground points; repair any damage or corrosion.
- Check related fuses and power supply to the STL unit; repair if faulty.
- With scan tool, monitor communication on the network (CAN/LIN) while attempting ignition; confirm whether STL messages are transmitted and whether rolling-code handshake occurs.
- Try starting with a known-good programmed key. If spare key works, suspect key/transponder or rolling-code sync.
- If no communication from STL, verify power/ground at the unit and consider bench or in-vehicle replacement following OEM procedures.
- If STL replaced or reprogrammed, ensure correct module coding/rolling-code learning procedure is performed per manufacturer instructions.
- Clear codes and retest multiple start cycles to confirm repair; if intermittent, perform wiggle tests on harness and re-check connectors.
Likely causes
- Intermittent connector/circuit causing lost packets during rolling-code exchange
- Key not properly programmed or rolling-code out of sync
- Failed STL actuator or internal controller
- Corroded antenna/coil around ignition or key reader preventing transponder read
- Aftermarket alarm or RF device causing interference
Fault status
Status
STL unit communication error — rolling-code handshake failed or lost (security/immobilizer communication fault).
Repair difficulty: Medium
Diagnostic time: 1.0 - 2.5 hours
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