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1-3. Theft deterrent system
Except for Malaysia and South
Africa
Unlock the doors.
Turn the engine switch to ACC or
ON, or start the engine. (The alarm
will be deactivated or stopped after
a few seconds.)
For Malaysia and South Africa
Unlock the doors using the entry
function (if equipped) or wireless
remote control.
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.
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following
situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm
system.)
● For Malaysia and South Africa: The doors
are unlocked using the mechanical key.
● A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood, or unlocks the vehicle using an
inside lock button.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked. (P.448)
■ Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the sit-
uation, the door may automatically lock to
prevent improper entry into the vehicle:
● When a person remaining in the vehicle
unlocks the door and the alarm is acti-
vated.
● While the alarm is activated, a person
remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.
● When recharging or replacing the bat-
tery.
■ Customization (For Malaysia and South
Africa)
The alarm can be set to deactivate when the
mechanical key is used to unlock.
(Customizable features: P.466)
■ To ensure the system operates cor-
rectly
Do not modify or remove the system. If
modified or removed, the proper opera-
tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.