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1-4. Theft deterrent system
1-4.Theft deterrent system
Immobilizer system
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free
type immobilizer system.
The vehicle’s keys have
built-in transponder chips
that prevent the EV system
from starting if a key has
not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-
board computer.
■Conditions that may cause the
system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in
contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or
touching a key to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transpon-
der chip) of another vehicle
Never leave the keys inside
the vehicle when you leave
the vehicle.
NOTICE
■To ensure the system oper-
ates correctly
This system is designed to
help prevent vehicle theft but
does not guarantee absolute
security against all vehicle
thefts.
Do not modify or remove the sys-
tem. If modified or removed, the
proper operation of the system
cannot be guaranteed.
Operating the system
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been
turned to OFF to indicate that
the system is operating.
The indicator light goes off after
the power switch has been
turned to ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
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