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System DescriptionAIS004MW

The Intelligent Key system is a system which can lock and unlock the doors (door lock function) and start
the engine (engine start function) by carrying around the Intelligent Key, which operates based on the
results of electrical key-ID verification using two-way communications between the Intelligent Key and the
vehicle

Operation of the remote control buttons on the Intelligent Key also provides the same functions as the
remote control entry system. (Remote control entry functions)

As an ignition key warning function, when a door is locked or unlocked with entry switch or remote control-
ler button operation, the hazard lamps flash and the Intelligent Key warning buzzer sounds.

Even if the vehicle or Intelligent Key battery runs down, the door can be locked and unlocked and the
engine started with the mechanical key built into the Intelligent Key.

If an Intelligent Key was lost, a new Intelligent Key can be registered. A maximum of 4 Intelligent Keys can
be registered.

It has been made possible to diagnose the system, change the function setting and register an Intelligent
Key with the CONSULT-II.
DOOR LOCK FUNCTION
Operation Description

When the driver door, passenger door, or back door request switch is pressed, Intelligent Key unit sends a
request signal from the transmission antenna corresponding to the pressed door request switch, key-ID
verification is performed using two-way communication with Intelligent Key, and if ID is successfully veri-
fied, a door lock/unlock request signal is sent to BCM (Body Control Module) using CAN communication
to lock/unlock the door lock.

When door is locking, door is unlocked, when door is unlocking, door is locked.

When door is locked/unlocked by door request switch operation, hazard lamps flash and Intelligent Key
warning buzzer sounds.

With the locking operation of door request switch, door lock actuators of all door are locked.
Driver side door request switch operation
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When door lock/unlock is performed using Intelligent Key remote controller button operation, operation
confirmation is conducted by making hazard lamps flash and Intelligent Key warning buzzer sound.
OPERATION CONDITION
Door lock/unlock operation is necessary for all doors close.
Map Lamp And Keyhole Illumination Function
When the following conditions come:

condition of map lamp switch is DOOR position;

door switch OFF (when all the doors are closed);
Remote control button of Intelligent Key turns on interior lamp (for 30 seconds) with input of UNLOCK signal
from Intelligent Key.
Panic Alarm Function
When key switch is OFF and ignition knob is not pushed (when mechanical key is not inserted in ignition
knob), BCM turns ON and OFF horn and headlamp intermittently with input of PANIC ALARM signal from
Intelligent Key. The alarm automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when Intelligent Key unit receives any
signal from Intelligent Key.
Panic alarm operation mode can be changed using “WORK SUPPORT” mode in “PANIC ALARM DELAY”.
Refer to BL-115, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Remote Control Power Window Down (open) Operation
When Intelligent Key unlock switch is turned ON with ignition switch OFF, and Intelligent Key unlock switch is
detected to be on continuously for 3 seconds, the driver's door and passenger's door power windows are
simultaneously opened.
Power window is operated to open and the operation continues as long as the Intelligent Key unlock switch is
pressed.
Remote control power window down operation mode can be changed using “P/W DOWN DELAY” mode in
“WORK SUPPORT”. Refer to BL-115, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
Key Reminder Function
As an operation verification function, when doors are locked or unlocked using Intelligent Key remote control-
ler button operation, hazard lamps flash and horn sounds.
ENGINE STARTUP FUNCTION
Operation Description

When ignition knob is pressed, Intelligent Key unit sends request signal from inside key antenna, key-ID
verification is conducted with Intelligent Key using two-way communication, and if verification is success-
ful, an ignition rotation prohibition latch release signal is sent to steering lock unit. Steering lock unit
releases ignition knob rotation prohibition latch. (Ignition knob can now be turned.)

When it becomes possible to rotate the ignition knob, “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter lights up
green to notify driver that ignition knob can be turned.
NOTE:
When it becomes impossible to rotate the ignition knob, “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter lights
up red.

When key-ID verification is successful and ignition knob switch is in the ON state, Intelligent Key unit uses
CAN communication to send engine start permission signal to BCM.

When BCM receives engine start permission signal, it uses CAN communication to sent starter request
signal to IPDM E/R so that the engine will start when ignition knob is rotated to START position.
Operation Range
Engine can be started when Intelligent Key is in the vehicle. However, sometimes engine might not start when
Intelligent Key is on instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, or in glove box.
NOTE:
luggage room can enable detection of Intelligent Key by a CONSULT-II function. Refer to BL-115, "
WORK
SUPPORT" .
Vehicle operation Hazard lamp Horn
Door unlocking operation Once —
Door locking operation Twice Once

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Active Check Function
Confirm whether or not ignition knob can be rotated by checking the color of warning lamp in combination
meter.
WARNING AND ALARM FUNCTION
Operation Description
The warnings and alarms are as follows and are given to the user as warning information and warnings using
combinations of Intelligent Key warning buzzer (in driver door and passenger door), inside vehicle buzzer (in
combination meter), and warning lamps “KEY” and “LOCK.”

Ignition switch return forgotten warning
With the ignition in OFF or ACC position, if the driver door is opened, this warning is issued.

Selector lever return forgotten warning
With the ignition in OFF position, if the selector lever is in except “P” position, this warning is issued.

Key left in ignition warning (when mechanical key used)
With the mechanical key in the ignition knob and the ignition switch is in the OFF, ACC, or LOCK position,
if the driver door is opened, this warning is issued.

Ignition switch OFF position warning (for inside car: when door closed)
This warning is issued when the user forgets to return the ignition knob to the LOCK position.

Ignition switch OFF position warning (for outside car: when door opened/closed)
This warning is issued when the user leaves the car without returning the ignition knob to the LOCK posi-
tion.

Warning for removal of Intelligent Key to outside the car (when door open/closed)
This warning is issued if the Intelligent Key is taken outside the car while the engine is running.

Warning for removal of Intelligent Key to outside the car (from window)
This warning is issued if the Intelligent Key is taken outside the car through a window while the engine is
running.

Door lock non-operation warning
This warning is issued if the door lock (lock) operation by a door request switch is not effected.

Intelligent Key low battery warning
This warning is issued when it is detected that the battery in the Intelligent Key has been used up.
Operation Condition
Condition Operation
Ignition knob rotation possible “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter is lit up green.
Ignition rotation not possible “KEY” warning lamp in combination meter is lit up red.
Warning and alarm names Operating conditions (when all the conditions below are met)
Ignition knob return forgotten warn-
ing

The ignition switch is in the ACC, OFF, or LOCK position (knob pressed)

The driver door is opened.
Selector lever return forgotten
warning

The ignition switch is in the OFF position.

The selector lever is except “P” position.
Ignition key warning
(When mechanical key used)

The mechanical key is inserted in the ignition knob (key switch: ON)

The ignition switch is in the ACC, OFF, or LOCK position.

The driver door is opened
Ignition knob OFF position warning
(for inside car: when door closed)

The ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK position (knob pressed)

In the above state, when the ACC switch is changed from ON to OFF and 1 second
passes. (However, this warning is not issued if the mechanical key is inserted in the igni-
tion knob, ignition knob is turned except OFF position or ignition or ignition knob is not
pushed.)
Ignition knob OFF position warning
(for outside car: when door opened/
closed)

The ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK position (knob pressed)

In the above state, when the ACC switch is changed from ON to OFF and 1 second
passes. (However, this warning is not issued if the mechanical key is inserted in the igni-
tion knob, ignition knob is turned except OFF position or ignition or ignition knob is not
pushed.)

Driver door open → closed

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CHANGE SETTINGS FUNCTION
The settings for each function can be changed with the CONSULT-II or Intelligent Key operation.
Changing Settings With the Intelligent Key
Intelligent Key remote controller button and door request switch operations change the engine startup function
settings (startup enabled/disabled) for each Intelligent Key independently.
Settings Change Procedure
1. With the ignition switch is in the LOCK position (ignition knob not pressed), hold down both the LOCK and
UNLOCK remote control buttons on the Intelligent Key at the same time for at least 10 seconds (The yard-
stick is that the Intelligent Key LED flashes 20 times.)
2. Within 5 seconds of releasing the Intelligent Key remote controller buttons, press the driver door request
switch.
3. The KEY warning lamp in combination meter lights up for 3 seconds (engine starting enabled → starting
disabled: lights up red, engine starting disabled → flashes green). This completes the settings change.
Changing Settings Using CONSULT-II
The settings for the Intelligent Key system functions can be changed using CONSULT-II (WORK SUPPORT).
Refer to BL-115, "
WORK SUPPORT" .
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
Changing Settings Using Display Unit
The settings of the Intelligent Key system can be changed, using CONSULT-II, display unit, Intelligent Key and
door request switch in the center of the instrument panel. Refer to AV- 9 5 , "
Vehicle Electronic Systems" .
×: Applicable –: Not applicable
NOTE:
Once a function setting is changed, it will remain effective even if the battery is disconnected.
INTELLIGENT KEY REGISTRATION
Intelligent Key-ID registration is executed using the CONSULT-II. Up to 4 can be registered.
CAUTION:

After a new Intelligent Key-ID is registered, be sure to check the function.

When registering an additional Intelligent Key-ID, take any Intelligent Keys already registered and
Intelligent Keys for any other vehicles out of the vehicle before starting.
CONSULT-II can be used to check and delete Intelligent Key-IDs.
For future information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
STEERING LOCK UNIT REGISTRATION
Steering Lock Unit ID Registration
CAUTION:

The method for registering a steering lock unit ID depends on the status of the steering lock unit
and Intelligent Key unit (new or old unit).

After registration is completed, press ignition knob with a portable unit in the vehicle so that it can
be rotated, and confirm that it cannot be rotated even when ignition switch is pressed without a
portable unit in the vehicle.
For further information, see the CONSULT-II Operation Manual NATS.
Setting item Description
Intelligent Key Lock Response-SoundThe sound pattern of the Intelligent Key operation can be set as desired. (Setting value:
OFF, Beeper or Horn chirp)
Intelligent Key Unlock Response-Beep
SoundThe beep sound when unlocking door with the Intelligent Key operation can be turned ON
or OFF.
Intelligent Key Engine Start Function This function can be performed to ON or OFF.
Intelligent Key Lock/Unlock FunctionThe door handle request switch lock/unlock operation with the Intelligent Key can be can-
celed or activated.
Return All Settings to Default The all settings made by VEHICLE ELECTRONICS will return to default.

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6. Select diagnosis mode. “WORK SUPPORT”, “SELF-DIAG
RESULTS”, “DATA MONITOR”, “ACTIVE TEST” and “ECU
PART NUMBER” are available.
CONSULT-II Application ItemsAIS004N7
WORK SUPPORT
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
In the Intelligent Key unit, the CONSULT-II self-diagnostic results can be used to check for malfunctions in
CAN communications.
DATA MONITOR
MAIN SIGNALS Display Item
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Monitor item Description
CONFIRM KEY FOB ID The Intelligent Key ID can be confirmed.
TAKE OUT FROM WINDOW WARN The condition of Intelligent Key warning function can be changed.
LOW BATT OF KEY FOB WARN The condition of low battery warning function can be changed.
I-KEY FUNCTION The condition of Intelligent Key's function can be changed.
ANSWER BACK FUNCTION The condition of answer back function can be changed.
HORN WITH KEYLESS LOCK The condition of key reminder function can be set.
SELECTIVE UNLOCK FUNCTION The condition of selective unlock function can be changed.
HAZARD ANSWER BACK The condition of key reminder function can be set.
ANSWER BACK WITH I-KEY LOCK The condition of key reminder function (LOCK) can be changed.
ANSWER BACK WITH I-KEY UNLOCK The condition of key reminder function (UNLOCK) can be changed.
AUTO RELOCK TIMERThis mode is able confirm and changed auto door lock function operation time
setting.
PANIC ALARM DELAYThis mode is able to confirm and change panic alarm function operation delay
time setting.
P/W DOWN DELAY This mode is able to confirm and change remote window open function.
ENGINE START BY I-KEY This mode is able to confirm and change start function ON - OFF setting.
LOCK/UNLOCK BY I-KEY The condition of lock/unlock function can be set.
LUG ROOM ENGINE START This mode is able to confirm and change operation range.
Monitor item [OPERATION] Description
PUSH SWITCH [ON/OFF]Displays status (Ignition knob switch ON/ignition knob switch OFF) as judged from
ignition knob switch signal.
KEY SW [ON/OFF] Displays status (Key inserted: ON/Key removed: OFF) as judged by key switch.
DR REQ SW [ON/OFF]Displays status (Operable: ON/Non-operable: OFF) as judged from door request
switch (driver side) signal.
AS REQ SW [ON/OFF]Displays status (Operable: ON/Non-operable: OFF) as judged from door request
switch (passenger side) signal.
BD/TR REQ SW [ON/OFF]Displays status (Operable: ON/Non-operable: OFF) as judged from door request
switch (back door) signal.
IGN SW [ON/OFF]Displays status (Ignition knob ON position: ON/Ignition knob OFF position: OFF)
as judged from ignition switch signal.

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List of Operation Related PartsAIS004N8
Parts marked with × are the parts related to operation.
Will not operate if there is a malfunction in
the area where there is a ×.
Intelligent Key
Key switch
Ignition knob switch
ACC switch
Ignition switch
Door unlock sensor
Door switch
Door request switch
Inside key antenna
Out side key antenna
Intelligent Key warning buzzer
Intelligent Key unit
CAN communication system
BCM
Combination meter
Steering lock unit
St o p l a m p s w it c h
Detention switch
Passenger side select unlock relay
Door lock/unlock operation using Intelligent
Key remote controller button operation×××××××
Door lock/unlock operation using door
request switch operation×××××××××
Selective door unlock function using door
request switch operation××××××× ×
Selective door unlock function using Intelli-
gent Key remote controller button opera-
tion××× ×××
Door lock/unlock operation using mechani-
cal key×
Ignition knob rotation permission using
Intelligent Key××× × × × × ×
Ignition knob rotation permission using
mechanical key×× × × ×× ×
Engine start using Intelligent Key× × × ××× ×××
Engine start using mechanical key×× ×× ×××
Key reminder door lock operation××××××××
Selector lever reminder operation×× ××× ×
Ignition switch return forgotten warning××× × × × ×
Ignition key warning (when using mechani-
cal key)××××
Ignition switch OFF position warning (for
inside car: when door closed)×××× × × ×
Ignition switch OFF position warning (for
outside car: when door opened/closed)×××× × ×× × ××
Warning for removal of Intelligent Key to
outside the car (when door open/closed)××× × × ×× × × ×
Warning for removal of Intelligent Key to
outside the car (from window)××× × × × × ×
Door lock non-operation warning×××××××××
Intelligent key low battery warning×× ×××

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Trouble Diagnosis Symptom ChartAIS004N9
ALL FUNCTIONS OF THE INTELLIGENT KEY ARE NOT OPERATING
REMOTE CONTROL ENTRY FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
“KEY” and “P shift” warning lamps in combination
meter do not light up at all.1.Check Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground
circuitBL-124
2. Check CAN communicationBL-123
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
“KEY” and “P shift” warning lamps in combination
meter turn on, but doors cannot be locked/
unlocked or the engine can not be started using
Intelligent Key.1.Use CONSULT-II to check if the Intelligent Key has
been registeredRefer to
CONSULT-II
Operation
Manual
2.Use CONSULT-II setting change function to check if
Intelligent Key system has been cancelledBL-115
3. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Door lock/unlock does not operate (other func-
tions normal) when Intelligent Key remote con-
troller button is operated.1. Check door lock/unlock settingBL-115
2. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
3. Check door unlock sensorBL-131
4. Check door switchBL-128
5. Replace BCMBCS-15
6. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Driver side selective door unlock function does
not operate, when Intelligent Key remote control-
ler button is operated.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check selective door unlock settingBL-115
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Panic alarm (horn and headlamp) do not acti-
vate, when panic alarm button is continuously
pressed.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check panic alarm modeBL-115
2. Check headlamp functionBL-145
3. Check horn functionBL-145
4. Check IPDM E/R operationBL-145
5. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
6. Check ignition knob switchBL-127
7. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Hazard lamps do not flash during door lock oper-
ation using Intelligent Key remote controller but-
ton operated.
(Turn signal lamp operation is OK.)
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1. Check key reminder settingBL-115
2. Replace BCMBCS-15
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Hazard lamps do not flash during door lock oper-
ation using Intelligent Key remote controller but-
ton operated.
(Turn signal lamps do not operate.)Check hazard functionBL-145
Intelligent Key warning buzzer does not sound
during door lock/unlock operation using Intelli-
gent Key remote controller button is operated.
(All other remote control entry function is OK.)1.Check if the operation confirmation Intelligent Key
warning buzzer was cancelled by the CONSULT-II set-
tings change functionBL-115
2. Check Intelligent Key warning buzzerBL-134
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146

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ENGINE START FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Intelligent Key Operation Inspection
Mechanical Key Operation Inspection
WARNING CHIME FUNCTION MALFUNCTION
Before conducting the diagnosis in the following table, check “key reminder function” with power door lock sys-
tem.
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition knob can not turn
KEY warning lamp on combination meter
lights up in red when ignition knob is
pressed. (door lock functions normal)1. Intelligent Key inspectionBL-147
2. Check inside key antennaBL-138
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
KEY warning lamp on combination meter
lights up in green when ignition knob is
pressed.1. Check ignition knob switchBL-1272. Check steering lock unitBL-139
3. Check Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground circuitBL-124
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Ignition knob turns even without both Intelli-
gent Key and mechanical key.Replace steering lock unit —
Security indicator will still flash when igni-
tion knob is pressed.1. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Security indicator does not flash with igni-
tion knob released at LOCK position. (push
switch OFF)1. CAN communication systemBL-123
2. Ignition knob switch systemBL-127
3. Intelligent Key unit power supply and ground circuitBL-124
Starter motor does not cranking.
(Ignition knob can turn)1. Check detention switchBL-1422. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition knob can not turn
Security indicator remains flashing with
mechanical key inserted.1. Check key switch (BCM input)BL-126
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
KEY indicator and security indicator does
not flashing with mechanical key inserted.1. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
2. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Starter motor does not cranking.
(Ignition knob can turn)1. Check detention switchBL-1422. Check stop lamp switchBL-141
3. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Symptom Diagnoses service procedure Refer to page
Ignition key warning chime is inoperative.
(When mechanical key used)1. Check CAN communicationBL-123
2. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
3. Check door switchBL-128
4. Inspect combination meter (warning)DI-4
5. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146
Ignition knob OFF position warning
chime (for inside vehicle) does not
sound.
(Ignition key warning chime operates)1. Check CAN communicationBL-1232. Check ignition knob switchBL-127
3. Check key switch (Intelligent Key unit input)BL-124
4. Replace Intelligent Key unitBL-146