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Immobilizer System (Advanced Keyless and Start System)

FOREWORD [IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM (ADVANCED KEYLESS AND START SYSTEM)]

Foreword [immobilizer System (advanced Keyless And Start System)]:






CAUTION
- When the engine does not start or stalls and the following DTCs are not indicated, refer to engine symptom troubleshooting.


NOTE

- When the immobilizer system is defective, the engine cannot be started.
- It engine condition is normal but security light stays on, inspect for short circuit between security light. Repair or replace the wiring harness if necessary.
- The vehicle may fail to start or a DTC may be stored in the keyless control module and PCM if the following occurs:
- If a large, metal object is close to a valid key
- If an electrical device is close to a valid key
- It two or more valid keys are on the same key ring
- If any malfunction cannot be identified, verify that no metal object or electrical device is on the key ring.
- The security light repeatedly displays a DTC 10 times when the ignition switch is in the ON position.