Ignition Switch: Description and Operation
IGNITION SWITCHGENERAL DESCRIPTION
IGNITION KEY REMINDER TONE ALARM
The ignition key reminder tone alarm will sound under the following condition, and warn the driver to remove the ignition key.
- The driver's door is opened when the ignition switch is at "LOCK" (OFF) or "ACC" position without removing the ignition key.
However, the light reminder tone alarm will take precedence over this function.
DOOR LOCK PREVENTION FUNCTION
If the key is left in the ignition switch while the driver's door opened or the assistant door opened, all doors are automatically unlocked to prevent locking the ignition key in the vehicle after the door is locked.
IGNITION KEY REMINDER TONE ALARM AND DOOR LOCK PREVENTION FUNCTION DIAGNOSIS
The Ignition key reminder tone alarms and door lock prevention function are controlled by the Simplified Wiring System (SWS). For troubleshooting, refer to SWS Diagnosis. Symptom Chart