General Information
Immobilizer
P1693 Immobilizer-Transponder Error - General Information
Component Location
General Description
"Transponder is located near the Key knob and communicates while ignition ON translates encrypted PIN data back and forth.
NOTE:
1. Transponder does not need a battery, only receives energy from the vehicle.
2. Transponder is all in one with the Key. Therefore, transponder cannot be removed or replaced and is semi-permanent unless damaged by induced shock.
DTC Description
If transponder is not in the place, DTC will set.
CAUTION:
If 2 transponders are piled together and approach at the antenna coil, DTC is set.
DTC Detecting Condition
Diagnostic Circuit Diagram
Signal Waveform & Data
Fig.1) A normal signal waveform of antenna and immobilizer communication when IG key(TP: Transponder) is OFF to ON.