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Entry Interior Alarm Does Not Sound





THEFT DETERRENT / KEYLESS ENTRY: SMART KEY SYSTEM (for Entry Function): Entry Interior Alarm does not Sound
- Entry Interior Alarm does not Sound

DESCRIPTION

The smart key system (for Entry Function) uses the buzzer in the combination meter assembly (meter ECU) to perform various vehicle interior warnings. When the conditions of each warning are met, the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) sends a buzzer activation request signal to the combination meter assembly via CAN communication and the buzzer sounds.

INSPECTION PROCEDURE

NOTICE:
* The smart key system (for Entry Function) uses a multiplex communication system (LIN communication system) and the CAN communication system. Inspect the communication function by following How to Proceed with Troubleshooting How To Proceed With Troubleshooting. Troubleshoot the smart key system (for Entry Function) after confirming that the communication systems are functioning properly.
* Before replacing the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), refer to the smart key system (for Entry Function) Smart Key System (for Entry Function).

PROCEDURE

1. CHECK ENTRY DOOR LOCK OPERATION

(a) Check that the entry functions operate normally Operation Check.

OK:

Entry functions operate normally.

NG -- GO TO OTHER PROBLEM Problem Symptoms Table

OK -- GO TO METER / GAUGE SYSTEM How To Proceed With Troubleshooting