Security Functions
Security FunctionsRadio Frequency (RF) Key-ring Transmitter
The Security System is controlled remotely, by a radio frequency (RF), battery operated key-ring transmitter. This locks and unlocks all doors and the trunk and arms or disarms the security system alarm and controls various convenience features.
Two transmitters are supplied with each vehicle and are designed to be attached to the driver's key ring.
The key-ring transmitters are effective within an area of approximately ten meters (33 feet) anywhere around the vehicle.
The key-ring transmitter is activated by aiming it at the vehicle and pressing one of the two operating buttons; the large button locks the vehicle and sets the security system alarm, whilst the small button unlocks the vehicle and disarms the security system alarm. When either one of the buttons is pressed, an LED on the key-ring transmitter flashes; red for the large button, green for the small button.
Key Transponder Engine Immobilization System
The key transponder is injection moulded into the ignition key head, and is thereby invisible to the customer. Should the transponder fail, the key must be replaced. The immobilization system inhibits fuelling via the engine management ECM plus cranking of the engine.
The following electrical functions are also immobilized:
^ Direction indicators (except hazard)
^ Windscreen wipers
^ Crank relay
^ Heated seats
^ Audible warnings and tick tock
^ Gearshift interlock Interior light
^ Lighting logic
^ Visual warning (instrument pack).
Drive-away Door Locking
This facility locks all the doors and trunk as soon as the gear selector is moved out of the 'PARK', position. Whilst driving, all the locks can be unlocked by either pressing the central locking button or by lifting the driver's or passenger's door lock button.
Note: The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
If the doors are unlocked while driving and 'PARK' is selected (without switching ignition OFF), the doors and the trunk will relock when the gear selector is moved out of 'PARK'.