The immobilizer system is designed to prevent an unauthorized person from starting the engine. Only keys registered with your vehicle’s immobilizer system can be used to operate your vehicle.

For models with “keyless access with push-button start system”:

If you press the push-button ignition switch when carrying an unregistered access key, the switch will not turn to the “ON” position and the engine will not start.

For models without “keyless access with push-button start system”:

Even if an unregistered key fits into the ignition switch and can be turned to the “START” position, the engine will automatically stop after several seconds.

Each immobilizer key contains a transponder in which the key’s ID code is stored. The transponder transmits the key’s ID code to the immobilizer system’s receiver under any of the following conditions.

● When an access key is detected within the operating range of the antennas inside the vehicle (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”) ● When a key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to the “ON” position (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”)

If the transmitted ID code matches the ID code registered in the immobilizer system, the system allows the engine to be started. Since the ID code is transmitted and acted upon almost instantly, the immobilizer system does not impede normal starting of the engine.

If the engine does not start, perform either of the following procedures.

● Perform the procedure described in “Starting engine”  (models with “keyless access with push-button start system”).

● Pull out the key once before trying again (models without “keyless access with push-button start system”). Refer to “Ignition switch (models without pushbutton start system)” F3-3.

CAUTION

● Do not place the key under direct sunlight or anywhere it may become hot.

● Do not get the key wet. If the key gets wet, wipe it dry with a cloth immediately.

NOTE

To protect your vehicle from theft, please pay close attention to the following security precautions:

● Never leave your vehicle unattended with its keys inside.

● Before leaving your vehicle, close all windows and the moonroof, and lock the doors and rear gate.

● Do not leave spare keys or any record of your key number in the vehicle.

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