Precautions in Handling Immobilizer Control System

Do not turn ON ignition switch with ignition key in contact with another one or quite close to another one. Or, the immobilizer control system may detect some abnormal condition and prevent the engine from starting.

Fig 1: Precaution - Do Not Turn On Ignition Switch With Ignition Key In Contact With Another Key
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Do not turn ON ignition switch by using ignition key with any type of metal (1) wrapped its grip or in contact with it. Or, the immobilizer control system may detect some abnormal condition and prevent the engine from starting.

Fig 2: Precaution - Do Not Turn On Ignition Using Key With Metal In Contact With Key
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Do not leave ignition key in a place where temperature is high. High temperature may cause damage to the transponder built in the ignition key.

Fig 3: Precaution - Do Not Leave Ignition Key In High Temperatures
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Do not turn ignition switch to ON position by bringing radio antenna close to coil antenna. Or, the immobilizer control system may detect some abnormal condition and prevent the engine from starting.

Fig 4: Precaution - Do Not Bring Radio Antenna Close To Coil Antenna
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