The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forced entry is detected.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:
• A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry
function, wireless remote control or mechanical key. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)
• The hood is opened.
Setting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood, and lock all the doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
• Unlock the doors.
• Start the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the following:
• Nobody is in the vehicle.
• The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
• No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations: (Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
• A person inside the vehicle opens a door or the hood.
• The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
Alarm-operated door lock
• When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent intruders.
• Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the battery.
NOTICE
To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.
Transponder Key Ecu
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
Removal
REMOVAL
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL REINFORCEMENT ASSEMBLY WITH AIR CONDITIONING UNIT
ASSEMBLY
(a) Remove the air conditioning unit (See page
).
2. REMOVE TRANSPONDER KEY ECU ASSEMBLY
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Personal Light(for Rear Door)
Components
COMPONENTS
ILLUSTRATION
Removal
REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
HINT:
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure listed below is for the LH side.
PROCEDURE
1. REMOVE REAR DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL L ...