2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION engine

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No keys other than those registered in advance can be
used to start the engine.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting sys-
tem)” on page 3-4.
Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key)”: “Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft start-
ing system)” on page 3-41.


Be careful of the following if the theft-alarm is set to
“Activate”.
Refer to “Theft-alarm system” on page 3-63.
 When the theft-alarm is in the system operational status,
the alarm operates if a door is opened after using the key
or the door lock knob to unlock the vehicle.
 Even if the theft-alarm is set to “Activate”, the system
does not enter the preparation status if the keyless entry
system or the F.A.S.T.-key was not used to lock the
vehicle.
Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting
system)
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[For vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced Security
Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the
Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key), refer
to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)”:
“Electronic immobilizer (Anti-theft starting system)” on page
3-41.
[Except for vehicles equipped with the Free-hand Advanced
Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)]
The electronic immobilizer is designed to significantly reduce
the possibility of vehicle theft. The purpose of the system is to
immobilize the vehicle if an invalid start is attempted. A valid
start attempt can only be achieved (subject to certain condi-
tions) using a key “registered” to the immobilizer system.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have been pro-
grammed to the vehicle’s electronics.
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NOTE

Do not attach additional keys or accessories to the ignition
key. Such objects could prevent the driver’s knee airbag
from inflating normally. Refer to “Deployment of front
airbags” on page 2-44.


In the following cases, the vehicle may not be able to rec-
ognize the registered ID code from the key. This means
the engine will not start even when the key is turned to the
“START” position.
 When the key contacts a key ring or other metallic or
magnetic object (Type A)
 When the key grip contacts metal of another key (Type
B)
 When the key contacts or is close to other immobilizer
keys (including keys of other vehicles) (Type C)


In cases like the above, move the offending object(s) away
from the key and turn the key back to the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position. Then try to start the engine again. If the
engine does not start, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
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NOTE

Electronic immobilizer is not compatible with commer-
cially available remote starting systems. Use of commer-
cially available remote starting systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.


A system failure is suspected when the ignition switch is
turned to the “START” position, and the engine does not
start. In such a case, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
Replacement keysOnly keys that have been programmed to the vehicle’s elec-
tronics can be used to start the vehicle.
If you lose the key, you can order a key from an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer by referring to the key number.
To prevent vehicle theft, the ID code for the vehicle keys must
be changed.
Take your vehicle and all remaining keys to an authorized Mit-
subishi Motors dealer to have your ID code changed.Additional keysTo add a key, you need to register the ID code to the vehicle.
Registering the ID code can be done by an authorized Mitsub-
ishi Motors dealer. Or it can be done by yourself (except for
vehicles sold in Canada).
For you to register the ID code yourself, follow the “Customer
key programming” procedure below.
If you choose to have an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer
register the ID code, take your vehicle and all remaining keys
to an authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer.NOTE

You are provided with two keys, but you may register up
to eight keys.
WA R N I N G
!

Do not make any alterations or additions to the
immobilizer system. Alterations or additions could
cause failure of the immobilizer.
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3Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter
(F.A.S.T.-key)
(if so equipped)
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The Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key)
enables the doors to be locked and unlocked, the trunk lid to be
opened, and the engine to be started simply by carrying it.
The F.A.S.T.-key can also be used as the remote control trans-
mitter of the keyless entry system.
Refer to “Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-
key)”: “Keyless entry system” on page 3-45.
CAUTION
!

When the remote control transmitter case is opened,
be careful to keep water, dust, etc. out. Also, do not
touch the internal components.
The F.A.S.T.-key must be carried by the driver. The F.A.S.T.-
key is required for vehicle operations such as locking and
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk lid, and starting the
engine. When leaving the vehicle, make sure you are carrying
the F.A.S.T.-key and then lock the vehicle.
WA R N I N G
!

Individuals who use implantable pacemakers or
implantable cardiovascular-defibrillators should
keep away from the external and internal transmit-
ters. The electromagnetic waves used in the F.A.S.T.-
key may affect the operation of implantable pace-
makers and implantable cardiovascular-defibrilla-
tors.
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The operations possible with the F.A.S.T.-key can be
modified as stated below. (Keyless entry operations are
possible.) For details, contact an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer.
 Enabling only the locking and unlocking of the doors
and the opening of the trunk lid
 Enabling only the starting of the engine
 Deactivating the F.A.S.T.-key
A- External transmitter
B- Internal transmitter
WA R N I N G
!

Individuals using other electrical medical appara-
tuses besides implantable pacemakers and implant-
able cardiovascular-defibrillators should check with
the manufacturer of the apparatus to confirm the
effect of the electromagnetic waves used by the
F.A.S.T.-key. The electromagnetic waves may affect
the operations of the electro-medical apparatus.
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NOTE

The F.A.S.T.-key uses weak electromagnetic waves.
In cases such as the following, operation may be improper
or unstable.
 The vehicle is near a facility that emits strong electro-
magnetic waves, such as a TV transmitting tower, a
power station, a radio station or an airport
 The key is carried together with other communication
devices such as cellular phones or radios, or electrical
appliances such as computers
 The F.A.S.T.-key touches or is covered by a metal object
 A keyless entry system is being used nearby
 The battery of the F.A.S.T.-key is run down
 The vehicle is in a location with strong electromagnetic
waves or noise
Use the emergency key in such circumstances.
Refer to “To operate using the emergency key” on page 3-
33.


The F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception oper-
ations in its communication with the vehicle. This means
that the battery is always running down, regardless of how
often the F.A.S.T.-key is used. The battery life is about 1
to 3 years, depending on the usage conditions.


Since the F.A.S.T.-key is constantly performing reception
operations, the reception of strong electromagnetic waves
can accelerate the running down of the battery. Do not
place near electrical appliances such as televisions or
computers.
Operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
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When a person enters the operating range of the F.A.S.T.-key
while carrying the F.A.S.T.-key and operates a switch or handle
of a door or the trunk lid, verification of the ID code is per-
formed.
The F.A.S.T.-key enables the doors to be locked and unlocked,
the trunk lid to be opened and the engine to be started only
when the ID codes of the vehicle and F.A.S.T.-key match.NOTE

When the battery of the F.A.S.T.-key has run down or
there are strong electromagnetic waves or noise in the
area, the operating range could decrease or operations
could become unstable.
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Operating range for starting the engine
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The operating range is the interior of the vehicle.NOTE

Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is within the operating range, it
may not be possible to start the engine if the key is in a
storage space such as the glove compartment, on top of
the instrument panel, or in the door pocket or trunk com-
partment.


Even if the F.A.S.T.-key is outside the vehicle, it may be
possible to start the engine if the key is close to a door or
door window.
To operate using the F.A.S.T.-key
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To l o c kWhile carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, press the LOCK switch (A) of
the driver’s door or front passenger door within the operating
range to lock all the doors.
The turn signal lights will blink once and the buzzer will sound
once.
Also refer to “Door locks”and “Power door locks” on pages 3-
53 and 3-56 respectively.
*: Front of the vehicle
:Operating range
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To open (Trunk lid)While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key within the operating range to
open the trunk lid, press and hold down the OPEN switch (A)
until the trunk lid opens.
Also refer to “Trunk lid” on page 3-59.NOTE

The F.A.S.T.-key does not operate when the trunk lid is
open.
Ignition switch
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To prevent vehicle theft, no F.A.S.T.-keys other than those reg-
istered in advance can be used to start the engine. (Electronic
immobilizer function)
While carrying the F.A.S.T.-key, the ignition switch can be
turned to start the engine.
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