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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.