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1-4. Theft deterrent system

1-4.Theft deterrent system

The indicator light flashes after the 
engine switch has been turned off to 
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after 
the engine switch has been turned to 
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON 
mode to indicate that the system has 
been canceled.

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System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type 

engine immobilizer system.

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Conditions that may cause the system to 

malfunction

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If the grip portion of the key is in contact 

with a metallic object

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If the key is in close proximity to or touch-

ing a key registered to the security sys-

tem (key with a built-in transponder chip) 

of another vehicle

Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the 
engine from starting if a key has not 
been previously registered in the 
vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the 
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not 
guarantee absolute security 
against all vehicle thefts.

Operating the system

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If 

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.