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• Intelligent Key has 2 IDs (for Intelligent Key and for
NATS). It can perform the door lock/unlock operation and
the engine start operation when the registered Intelligent Key is carried.
• When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, it can be used as emergency back-up by inserting the
mechanical key set in the Intelligent Key to the ignition key cylinder. At that time, perform the NATS ID verifi-
cation. If it is used when the Intelligent Key is carried, perform the Intelligent Key ID verification.
• If the ID is successfully verified, and when the igniti on knob switch is pressed, steering lock will be released
and initiating the engine will be possible.
• The door lock/unlock operation can be performed when the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, by operat-
ing the driver door key cylinder using the mechanical key set in the Intelligent Key.
• Up to 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered (including the standard Intelligent Key) on request from the owner. NOTE:
• Refer to DLK-21, "
INTELLIGENT KEY : System Description" for any functions other than engine start func-
tion of Intelligent Key system.
PRECAUTIONS FOR INTELLIGENT KEY SYSTEM
• For vehicles equipped with the Intelligent Key system , the transponder [the chip for NATS ID verifi-
cation] is integrated into the Inte lligent Key. Therefore, the Intellig ent Key alone is capable of provid-
ing security clearance for the engine to start. Also, when the mechanical key alone is inserted into
the key cylinder, performs the NATS ID verification to allow the engine to start. For vehicles without
Intelligent Key system, the transponder is integrated into the mechanical key which must be inserted
into the key cylinder to perform the NATS ID verification to allow the engine to start.
OPERATION WHEN INTELLIGENT KEY IS CARRIED
1. When the ignition knob switch is ON, the Intelligent Key unit transmits the request signal to the Intelligent
Key.
2. The Intelligent Key receives the request signal and transmits the Intelligent Key ID signal to the Intelligent Key unit.
3. The Intelligent Key unit receives the Intelligent Key ID signal and verifies it with the registered ID.
4. Intelligent Key unit transmits the steering lock/unlock signal to steering lock solenoid if the verification results are OK. For detail of key warning message operation, refer to DLK-38, "
System Description".
5. Release of the steering lock.
6. BCM transmits the starter request signal via CAN communication to IPDM E/R and turns the starter relay in IPDM E/R ON if BCM judges that the engine start condition is satisfied.
7. IPDM E/R turns the starter control relay ON when receiving the starter request signal.
8. When shift position is in P or N position, battery power is supplied through the starter relay and operate the starter motor and to start the cranking.
CAUTION:
If a malfunction is detected in the Intelligent Key system, the “KEY” warning message will be dis-
played in the combination meter. At th at time, the engine cannot be started.
OPERATION RANGE
Engine can be started when Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. However, sometimes engine might not start
when Intelligent Key is on instrument panel or in glove box.
OPERATION WHEN MECHANICAL KEY IS USED
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, performs the NATS ID verification between the integrated tran-
sponder and BCM by inserting the mechanical key into the key cylinder, and then the engine can be started.
For details relating to starting the engine using mechanical key, refer to SEC-11, "
System Description".
STEERING LOCK OPERATION
Steering is locked by steering lock solenoid when ignition switch is in the LOCK position (the ignition knob is
released) and key switch is OFF (key is removed from ignition key cylinder).
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1. BCM M18, M20 (view with instrument panel LH removed) 2. Intelligent Key unit M70
(view with instrument panel LH removed) 3. IPDM E/R
E119, E120, E122, E124
4. ECM E16 5. Key switch and ignition knob switch M12
(view with st eering column removed) 6. Steering lock solenoid M15
7. Remote keyless entry receiver M25 (view with instrume nt panel RH removed) 8. A/T shift selector (park position switch)
M203
(view with center console removed) 9. Inside key antenna 3 (front of cen-
ter console) M210
(view with center console removed)
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Component DescriptionINFOID:0000000003775875
1. Key switch and ignition knob switch M12 2. Steering lock solenoid M15
(view with steering column removed) 3. Remote keyless entry receiver M25
(view with instrument panel RH re-
moved)
4. BCM M18, M20 (view with instrument panel LH re-
moved) 5. Intelligent Key unit M70
(view with instrument panel LH re-
moved) 6. ECM E16
7. IPDM E/R E119, E120, E122, E124 (view with co ver removed) 8. NATS antenna amp. M21
9. Combination meter M24
10. Security indicator lamp
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Item Function
Intelligent Key unit Receives lock/unlock signal from re mote keyless entry receiver, and then transmits to BCM.
BCM Controls the door lock function and room lamp function.
Remote keyless entry receiver Receives lock/unlock signal from the Intelligent Key, and then transmits to Intelligent Key unit.
Intelligent Key Transmits button operation to remote keyless entry receiver.
Steering lock solenoid Locks the steering wheel when the ignition key is off and the Intelligent Key is outside the vehicle.
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VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM
Condition of Deacti
vating The System
When one of the following operations is performed, the armed phase is canceled.
• Unlock the doors with Intelligent Key or door request switch.
• Use the mechanical key to unlock the driver door using the door key cylinder.
Component Parts LocationINFOID:0000000003775878
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1. BCM M18, M19, M20
(view with instrument panel LH removed) 2. IPDM E/R E122, E124
(view with co ver removed) 3. Horn relay H-1
4. Main power window and door lock/unlock switch D7, D8 5. Power window and door lock/unlock
switch RH D105 6. Front door lock assembly LH (key cylin-
der switch) D14
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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY RECEIVER
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel. Refer to IP-13, "Removal and Installation".
2. Disconnect the wire harness (1), remove the bolt (A) and the RKE receiver (2).
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
INTELLIGENT KEY UNIT
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel. Refer to IP-13, "Removal and Installation".
2. Disconnect the wire harness (1), remove the bolt (A) and the Intelligent key unit (2).
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NATS ANTENNA AMP
NOTE:
• If NATS antenna amp. is not installed correctly, NV IS (NATS) system will not operate properly and "SELF-
DIAG RESULTS" on CONSULT-III screen will s how "LOCK MODE" or "CHAIN OF IMMU-KEY".
• Initialization is not necessary when only the NATS antenna amp. is replaced with a new one.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2. Remove cluster lid A. Refer to IP-15, "
Removal and Installation".
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FRONT BUZZER
Removal
1. Remove the instrument panel upper cover. Refer to IP-12, "Exploded View".
2. Remove the two bolts (1), disconnect the connector (2) and remove the front buzzer.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
REAR BUZZER
NOTE:
Rear buzzer location used only for vehicles equipped with both front and rear sonar systems.
Removal
1. Partially remove the rear headliner. Refer to INT-17, "Removal and Installation".
2. Release the buzzer from the bracket, disconnect the connector and remove the buzzer.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK ″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.)
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of al l control units using CONSULT-III.
Precaution for SRS "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER" Service
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• Do not use electrical test equipment to check SRS ci rcuits unless instructed to in this Service Manual.
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at least 3 min- utes.
For approximately 3 minutes after the terminals are remov ed, it is still possible for the air bags and seat belt
pre-tensioners to deploy. Therefore, do not work on any SRS connectors or wires until at least 3 minutes
have passed.
• The air bag diagnosis sensor unit must always be installed with the arrow mark “ ⇐” pointing toward the front
of the vehicle for proper operation. Also check air bag diagnosis sensor unit for cracks, deformities or rust
before installation and replace as required.
• The spiral cable must be aligned with the neutral position since its rotations are limited. Do not attempt to turn steering wheel or column after removal of steering gear.
• Handle air bag module carefully. Always place driver and front passenger air bag modules with the pad side facing upward and seat mounted front side air bag module standing with the stud bolt side facing down.
• Conduct self-diagnosis to check entire SRS for proper function after replacing any components.
• After air bag inflates, the front instrument panel assembly should be replaced if damaged.
Occupant Classification System PrecautionINFOID:0000000003775155
Replace control unit and passenger front seat cushion as an assembly.
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REMOVAL
CAUTION:
• Before servicing the SRS, turn ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals and wait at
least three minutes.
• When servicing the SRS, do not work from directly in front of air bag module.
1. Remove the instrument lower panel LH. Refer to IP-15, "
Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the steering wheel. Refer to ST-18, "
Removal and Installation".
3. Remove the column cover upper and lower.
4. Remove wiper washer switch connector, then pinch the tabs at wiper and washer switch base and slide switch away from steer-
ing column to remove.
1. Steering wheel 2. Lighting and turn signal switch 3. Wiper and washer switch
4. Spiral cable 5. Driver air bag module connector 6. Column cover upper
7. Column assembly 8. Column cover lower9. Screw (Do not remove)
10. Screw A. Refer to ST-18, "
Removal and Instal-
lation"
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