2-2 Keys and doors/Keys
Keys
Immobilizer
CAUTION
& Key types
Do not attach a large key holder or
The immobilizer system is designed to
key case to either key. If it bangs
prevent an unauthorized person from
against your knees while you are
starting the engine. Only keys registered
driving, it could turn the ignition
with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can
switch from the “ON” position to the
be used to operate your vehicle. Even if
“ACC” or “LOCK” (off) position,
an unregistered key fits into the ignition
thereby stopping the engine.
switch and can be turned to the “START”
position, the engine will automatically stop
after several seconds.
& Key number plate
Each immobilizer key contains a trans-
The key number is stamped on the key
ponder in which the key’s ID code is
number plate attached to the key set.
stored. When a key is inserted into the
Write down the key number and keep it in
ignition switch and turned to the “ON”
another safe place, not in the vehicle. This
position, the transponder transmits the
1)
Master key
number is needed to make a replacement
key’s ID code to the immobilizer system’s
2)
Submaster key
key if you lose your key or lock it inside the
receiver. If the transmitted ID code
3)
Sub key
vehicle. Refer to “Key replacement” F2-3.
matches the ID code registered in the
4)
Key number plate
immobilizer system, the system allows the
Three types of keys are provided for your
engine to be started. Since the ID code is
vehicle.
transmitted and acted upon almost in-
stantly, the immobilizer system does not
impede normal starting of the engine.
If the engine fails to start, pull out the key
once before trying again. Refer to “Ignition
switch” F3-3.
CAUTION
. Do not place the key under direct
sunlight or anywhere it may
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