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Immobilizer System Description - Components

Security Indicator
When vehicle ON mode is entered, the authentication of the immobilizer key starts and the indicator is off. When the key is
successfully authenticated, the indicator stays off. When the key is not successfully authenticated, the indicator blinks, the vehicle is
turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode, and then the indicator goes off after blinking several times. For details on the illumination pattern,
refer to immobilizer system symptom troubleshooting information.

Ignition Key
Vehicles equipped with the immobilizer system have an identification marking on the mechanical key. Consider this identification
marking as a proof of the vehicle having the immobilizer system.

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Immobilizer System Description - Control/Function

Immobilizer Function

An immobilizer system adds a second electronic layer of security to the vehicle. If the key matches mechanically, but the electronic
check does not match, the PCM suspends fuel delivery and shuts down the engine. Refer to the keyless access system description for
assistance, because the immobilizer function is merged into the remote when a vehicle has the keyless access system.

The system provides mutual authentication between the immobilizer-keyless control unit, the PCM, and the body control module when
turning the vehicle to the ON mode. The engine stays running after the engine start-up if the correct key is inserted. The body control
module authenticates the VSA modulator-control unit and the immobilizer signal only one time by request of the immobilizer-keyless
control unit, when the vehicle is turned to the ON mode after resetting of the battery, removal and installation of the back-up fuse, or
removal and installation of the VSA modulator-control unit.
For some model*, the brake pedal must be depressed to perform the immobilizer authentication.
*: Canada models

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Immobilizer System Description - System Diagram

For locations of each component on the vehicle, refer to the Component Location Index

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Immobilizer System Circuit Diagram

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Immobilizer System Registration

1. Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit - Register

NOTE:
The HDS is required for registration of the immobilizer keys.
Programming the immobilizer also programs the keyless
transmitter.
Check for aftermarket electrical equipment that can cause
problems with transponder operation.
The immobilizer-keyless control unit can store up to 6
immobilizer keys.

1. Have all keys to be registered and the PCM code.

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

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3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

4. Select IMMOBI from the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU,

then select IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

5. Select REPLACE IMMOBILIZER RECEIVER/CONTROL

UNIT.

6. Do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS

screen.

NOTE: Program all of the customer's keys.

7. Check that the engine can be started with all registered

keys.

8. When prompted by the HDS, do the keyless transmitter

programming.

9. Make sure the keyless transmitter's operation works

properly.

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Immobilizer System Status Log

If you suspect there is an immobilizer system problem, check the status log in the HDS.

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

3. On the HDS screen, at SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select
IMMOBILIZER SETUP, select SYSTEM CHECK, NUMBER of KEYS and STATUS LOG, then
select STATUS LOG.

4. Check the STATUS LOG count. Troubleshoot the status with the highest count first. If no counts are listed, the immobilizer
system is OK. Continue with normal symptom troubleshooting.

Status Log No. Detected Item Probable Cause

A-1 KEY CODE MISMATCH The key was not registered
1
Interference from metal such as key chains
(Code format correct, but
code data does not Low 12 volt battery voltage
match)
A-2 KEY CODE MISMATCH The vehicle was turned to ON mode with another type of

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2 immobilizer key or aftermarket key
(Incorrect code format)
Interference from metal such as key chains
Low 12 volt battery voltage
A-3 KEY CODE MISMATCH The vehicle was turned to ON mode with another type of
3 immobilizer key or aftermarket key
(No transponder
Interference from metal such as key chains
detected)
Low 12 volt battery voltage
Key failure
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
B-1 PCM CODE MISMATCH PCM was not registered correctly
1
Low 12 volt battery voltage
(Code format correct, but
code data does not Poor or loose terminal connections at the immobilizer-keyless
match) control unit
Communication line electrical noise
B-2 PCM MISMATCH 2 PCM was not registered correctly
(Incorrect code format)
Low 12 volt battery voltage
Poor or loose terminal connections at the immobilizer-keyless
control unit
Communication line electrical noise
C-1 IMOES UNIT Imoes unit was not registered correctly
MISMATCH 1
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
(Code format correct, but
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery
data does not match)
voltage
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of electrical noise
C-2 IMOES UNIT Imoes unit was not registered correctly
MISMATCH 2
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
(Incorrect code format)
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery
voltage
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of electrical noise

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Status Log No. Detected Item Probable Cause

D-1 S-NET LINE PROBLEM Low 12 volt battery voltage
1
Poor or loose terminal connections at the immobilizer-keyless
(Short to ground)
control unit and the PCM
Communication line electrical noise
D-2 S-NET LINE PROBLEM Blown fuse
2
Harness open from imoes unit to immobilizer-keyless control unit
(No communication)
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery
voltage
Communication was not good between the imoes unit and the
immobilizer-keyless control unit because of electrical interference
Imoes unit failure
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
D-3 S-NET LINE PROBLEM Open or short in the harness from the PCM to the immobilizer-
3 keyless control unit
(Open line or PCM
Low 12 volt battery voltage
failure)
Poor or loose terminal connections at the immobilizer-keyless
control unit and the PCM

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Poor S-NET data communication due to electrical interference

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Immobilizer Key Registration

1. Immobilizer Key - Register

NOTE:
The HDS is required for registration of the immobilizer keys.
Programming the immobilizer also programs the keyless
transmitter.
Check for aftermarket electrical equipment that can cause
problems with transponder operation.
The immobilizer-keyless control unit can store up to 6
immobilizer keys.

Add One New Key/Keyless Transmitter

1. Have a registered key, a new immobilizer key, and the first

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password from the iN system.

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

4. Select IMMOBI from the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU,

then select IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

5. Select ADD AND DELETE KEYS, then ADD 1 KEY.

6. Do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS

screen.

7. Check if the engine can be started with the newly registered

key.

8. When prompted by the HDS, do the keyless transmitter

programming.

9. Make sure the keyless transmitter's operation works

properly.

Add and Delete Keys/Keyless Transmitters,

Then Select Delete or Add Keys

1. Have all registered keys, all new keys, and the first

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password from the iN system.

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

4. Select IMMOBI from the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU,

then select IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

5. Select ADD AND DELETE KEYS, or DELETE OR ADD

MULTIPLE KEYS.

6. Do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS

screen.

7. Check if the engine can be started with all the registered

keys.

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8. When prompted by the HDS, do the keyless transmitter
programming.

9. Make sure the keyless transmitter's operation works

properly.

All Keys are Lost

1. Prepare all new keys and have the immobilizer PCM code.

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

4. Select IMMOBI from the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU,

then select IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

5. Select ADD AND DELETE KEYS, then ALL KEYS LOST.

6. Do the registration according to the instructions on the HDS

screen.

7. Check if the engine can be started using all the registered

keys.

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8. When prompted by the HDS, do the keyless transmitter

programming.

9. Make sure the keyless transmitter's operation works

properly.

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Immobilizer System Check

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

3. Monitor the SYSTEM CHECK in IMMOBILIZER INFO with the HDS.

NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the immobilizer-keyless control unit, check the
power, ground, and K LINE connections.

4. If the HDS displays NORMAL N-1, the immobilizer system is OK at this time. If the HDS displays any messages, check as
follows:

System Check System Check Possible Cause

No.
A-1 The key is not registered This key is not registered in the immobilizer-keyless control unit.
(Incorrect key code) Try to register keys using the HDS.
No communication between the antenna and the immobilizer key
because of interference from metal such as key chains/key
rings/other keys.
Low 12 volt battery voltage.

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A-2 Communication error Intermittent interruption between transponder and immobilizer-
between the key and keyless control unit.
immobilizer-keyless
The immobilizer key type is different. It is not for this vehicle but
control unit
for another vehicle or for another company's vehicle.
(Incorrect key code
format) Key failure (transponder failure)
No communication between the antenna and the immobilizer key
because of interference from metal such as key chains/key
rings/other keys.
Low 12 volt battery voltage.
A-3 No communication The vehicle was turned to the ON mode with a non-immobilizer
between the key and key.
immobilizer-keyless
The immobilizer key type is different. It is not for this vehicle but
control unit
for another vehicle or for another company's vehicle.
(No transponder
detected) Key failure (transponder failure)
No communication between the antenna and the immobilizer key
because of interference from metal such as key chains/key
rings/other keys.
Low 12 volt battery voltage.
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
B-1 The PCM is not The PCM was not registered. Try to register the PCM using the
registered HDS.
No communication between the PCM and the immobilizer-keyless
control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the immobilizer-keyless control unit
and the PCM because of electrical interference.
Open in the IG1 line
B-2 Error of communication The PCM was not registered. Try to register the PCM using the
format in PCM HDS.
(Incorrect registration
No communication between the PCM and the immobilizer-keyless
format)
control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the immobilizer-keyless control unit
and the PCM because of electrical interference.

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System Check System Check Possible Cause

No.
C-1 Imoes unit is not Imoes unit was not registered.
registered
No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of interference.
Try to register the imoes unit with the HDS.
C-2 Error of communication Imoes unit was not registered.
format in imoes unit
No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of electrical interference.
Try to register the imoes unit with the HDS.
D-1 S-NET line short S-NET line short from the PCM to the imoes unit or the
immobilizer-keyless control unit.
No communication between the PCM and the immobilizer-keyless
control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the immobilizer-keyless control unit

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and the PCM because of electrical interference.
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
PCM failure
D-2 No communication Blown fuse
between imoes unit and
S-NET line open from the imoes unit to the immobilizer-keyless
immobilizer-keyless
control unit.
control unit
(S-NET line) No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the imoes unit and the immobilizer-
keyless control unit because of electrical interference.
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
Imoes unit failure
D-3 No communication Blown fuse
between PCM and
S-NET line open from the PCM to the immobilizer-keyless control
immobilizer-keyless
unit.
control unit
(S-NET line) No communication between the PCM and the immobilizer-keyless
control unit because of low 12 volt battery voltage.
No communication between the immobilizer-keyless control unit
and the PCM because of electrical interference.
Immobilizer-keyless control unit failure
PCM failure
E-1 Initial registration of The immobilizer-keyless control unit is not registered. Try to register
E-2 immobilizer-keyless the immobilizer-keyless control unit using the HDS.
control unit is not
E-3
completed
E-4
E-5
F-1 Special Mode The vehicle is turned to the ON mode and to the OFF (LOCK) mode
F-2 with the registered key.
F-3
F-4
F-5

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting - Engine does not start with the
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Engine does not start with the immobilizer key
NOTE: Before troubleshooting, check the items listed in General Check before Troubleshooting.

1. Problem verification:

‐1. Try to start the engine.

Does the engine start?

YES Intermittent failure, the vehicle is OK at this time.■

NO Go to step 2.

2. Immobilizer system check:

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

‐2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, and check the security indicator.

Does the indicator off?

YES Go to step 3.

NO Go to the security indicator blinks troubleshooting.■

3. Starting system check:

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the START mode.

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Does the starter motor run?

YES Go to step 4.

NO Go to starting system, and check the starter motor.■

4. PGM-FI system check 1:

‐1. Try to start the engine with the immobilizer key.

Does the engine start?

YES Go to step 5.

NO Go to the PGM-FI system symptom troubleshooting.■

5. PGM-FI system check 2:

‐1. Wait for a few minutes with the engine running.

Does the engine stop?

YES Go to the PGM-FI system symptom troubleshooting.■

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NO The system is OK at this time.■

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting - Security indicator blinks

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Security indicator blinks
NOTE: Before troubleshooting, check the items listed in General Check before Troubleshooting.

1. Immobilizer system check:

‐1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

‐2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

‐3. From the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select IMMOBILIZER
SETUP.
NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the immobilizer-keyless control unit,
check the power, ground, and K line connections.

‐4. Select the SYSTEM CHECK from the IMMOBILIZER INFO.

Is SYSTEM CHECK indicated?

YES Troubleshoot the immobilizer system according to the results of the SYSTEM
CHECK.■
NO Go to step 2.

2. Open wire check (GND line):

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

‐2. Enter the vehicle, and remove the ignition key from the ignition switch, then close all the
doors.

‐3. Operate the keyless transmitter LOCK and UNLOCK several times in the vehicle.

Do the door lock actuators work normally?

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YES The GND wire is OK. Go to step 3.

NO Repair an open or high resistance in the ground wire or poor ground (G503).■

3. Open wire check (IG1 MON line):

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

‐2. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle ON mode
Test point 1 Immobilizer-keyless control unit 7P connector No. 6
Test point 2 Body ground

Is there battery voltage?

YES The IG1 MON wire is OK. Replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit.■

NO Repair an open or high resistance in the wire.■

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Security indicator blinks
NOTE: Before troubleshooting, check the items listed in General Check before Troubleshooting.

1. Immobilizer system check:

‐1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

‐2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

‐3. From the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select IMMOBILIZER
SETUP.
NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the immobilizer-keyless control unit,
check the power, ground, and K line connections.

‐4. Select the SYSTEM CHECK from the IMMOBILIZER INFO.

Is SYSTEM CHECK indicated?

YES Troubleshoot the immobilizer system according to the results of the SYSTEM
CHECK.■
NO Go to step 2.

2. Open wire check (GND line):

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

‐2. Enter the vehicle, and remove the ignition key from the ignition switch, then close all the
doors.

‐3. Operate the keyless transmitter LOCK and UNLOCK several times in the vehicle.

Do the door lock actuators work normally?

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YES The GND wire is OK. Go to step 3.

NO Repair an open or high resistance in the ground wire or poor ground (G503).■

3. Open wire check (IG1 FUEL PUMP line):

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

‐2. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle ON mode
Test point 1 Immobilizer-keyless control unit 7P connector No. 6
Test point 2 Body ground

Is there battery voltage?

YES The IG1 FUEL PUMP wire is OK. Replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit.■

NO Repair an open or high resistance in the wire.■

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting - Security indicator turns on

Security indicator turns on

1. Immobilizer system check:

‐1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

‐2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

‐3. From the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select IMMOBILIZER
INFO.
NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the immobilizer-keyless control unit,

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check the power, ground, and K-line connections.

‐4. Do the SYSTEM CHECK from the IMMOBILIZER INFO.

Is N-1 OK indicated?

YES Replace the gauge control module.■

NO Replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit.■

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting Index

Troubleshoot the immobilizer system in the order shown:

Order of Symptom Possible cause

Priority
1 Security indicator blinks. Symptom troubleshooting.
2 Engine does not start with the immobilizer key. Symptom troubleshooting.
3 Security indicator turns on. Symptom troubleshooting.

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting Information

General Check Before Troubleshooting

Before troubleshooting the immobilizer system, check the following general items and resolve any
issues, if applicable:
The 12 volt battery is low; charge the 12 volt battery fully, then troubleshoot the immobilizer
system.
The ignition key is not a genuine Honda part; use a Honda-approved key blank, register the
key, then troubleshoot the immobilizer system.
If a key ring or a key case is used; remove the key from it, and troubleshoot the immobilizer
system with the key only.
An aftermarket electrical part is installed; remove it, then troubleshoot the immobilizer
system.

Symptom Troubleshooting Using the Security Indicator Lighting Pattern

The pattern of the security indicator can help troubleshoot the condition of the immobilizer
system. Here are descriptions of the four possible patterns:

Normal operation:
When turning the vehicle to the ON mode and the immobilizer code is identified, the security

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indicator is OFF.

Immobilizer code is not identified:

When turning the vehicle to the ON mode when the immobilizer code has not been identified, the
security indicator blink until the OFF (LOCK) mode is selected. Then security indicator will come
on for 1 second. The state of the keyless registration and the S-NET line can be checked by
doing a SYSTEM CHECK and STATUS LOG with the HDS.

Security indicator turns on:

If the security indicator turns on, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function. If the
indicator drive circuit is OK, do the SYSTEM CHECK and STATUS LOG with the HDS.

Symptom Troubleshooting Using Malfunctioning Circuit Functions

If a malfunction occurs in the immobilizer circuit, use the table to cross-reference the malfunction
criteria to the line(s) that should be checked in the table:

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System Check
NOTE: The HDS can be used to check the state of the immobilizer key registration and the
S-NET line by doing a SYSTEM CHECK.

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the vehicle, go to the DLC Circuit
Troubleshooting.

2. The vehicle is turned to the ON mode and follow the prompts to the SYSTEM SELECTION
MENU.

3. At SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select the IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

4. Do the SYSTEM CHECK. If there is a system check number, do the troubleshooting for the
item indicated.

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Immobilizer System Symptom Troubleshooting Information

General Check Before Troubleshooting

Before troubleshooting the immobilizer system, check the following general items and resolve any
issues, if applicable:
The 12 volt battery is low; charge the 12 volt battery fully, then troubleshoot the immobilizer
system.
The ignition key is not a genuine Honda part; use a Honda-approved key blank, register the
key, then troubleshoot the immobilizer system.
If a key ring or a key case is used; remove the key from it, and troubleshoot the immobilizer
system with the key only.
An aftermarket electrical part is installed; remove it, then troubleshoot the immobilizer
system.

Symptom Troubleshooting Using the Security Indicator Lighting Pattern

The pattern of the security indicator can help troubleshoot the condition of the immobilizer
system. Here are descriptions of the four possible patterns:

Normal operation:
When turning the vehicle to the ON mode and the immobilizer code is identified, the security

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indicator is OFF.

Immobilizer code is not identified:

When turning the vehicle to the ON mode when the immobilizer code has not been identified, the
security indicator blink until the OFF (LOCK) mode is selected. Then security indicator will come
on for 1 second. The state of the keyless registration and the S-NET line can be checked by
doing a SYSTEM CHECK and STATUS LOG with the HDS.

Security indicator turns on:

If the security indicator turns on, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function. If the
indicator drive circuit is OK, do the SYSTEM CHECK and STATUS LOG with the HDS.

Symptom Troubleshooting Using Malfunctioning Circuit Functions

If a malfunction occurs in the immobilizer circuit, use the table to cross-reference the malfunction
criteria to the line(s) that should be checked in the table:

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System Check
NOTE: The HDS can be used to check the state of the immobilizer key registration and the
S-NET line by doing a SYSTEM CHECK.

1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).

NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the vehicle, go to the DLC Circuit
Troubleshooting.

2. The vehicle is turned to the ON mode and follow the prompts to the SYSTEM SELECTION
MENU.

3. At SYSTEM SELECTION MENU, enter IMMOBI, then select the IMMOBILIZER SETUP.

4. Do the SYSTEM CHECK. If there is a system check number, do the troubleshooting for the
item indicated.

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Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs

Terminal
Terminal name
number
1 GND
2 S-NET
3 K LINE
4 B-CAN_H
5 B-CAN_L
6 IG1 MON
7 +B BACK UP
Description Signal
Ground for immobilizer-keyless control unit Less than 0.2 V at all times
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
IG1 power source With vehicle in ON or START mode: about battery voltage
Power source for immobilizer-keyless control
About battery voltage at all times
unit

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Terminal Terminal name Description Signal

number
1 GND
2 S-NET
3 K LINE
4 B-CAN_H
5 B-CAN_L
6 IG1 FUEL PUMP
7 +B BACK UP
Ground for immobilizer-keyless control unit Less than 0.2 V at all times
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
Communication line ―――
IG1 power source With the vehicle in the ON or the START mode: about battery voltage
Power source for immobilizer-keyless control About battery voltage at all times
unit

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Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit Input Test

NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and
precautions and procedures before performing repairs or servicing.
Before testing, make sure the No. A18 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box is OK.
Before testing, make sure the No. B11 (5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is OK.

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

2. Disconnect the immobilizer-keyless control unit 7P connector.

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3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:

If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the
system.
If the terminals are OK, go to step 4.

4. With the connector still disconnected, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

Cavity Wire Terminal Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is
name not obtained
2 RED S-NET Jump the SCS Measure the voltage to An open or high resistance in the
line with the HDS, ground: wire
disconnect PCM There should be about 5
A short to ground in the wire
connector A V.
(50P) Check for continuity An open or high resistance in the wire
between the terminal
and PCM connector A
(50P) terminal No. 40:
There should be
continuity.
Disconnect the Measure the resistance Poor ground (G503)
12 volt battery between the terminal
An open or high resistance in the
negative terminal and body ground:
ground wire
There should be more
than 50 kΩ.

5. Reconnect the connector to the immobilizer-keyless control unit, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit.

NOTE: After replacing the immobilizer-keyless control unit, and do the immobilizer key registration.

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Cavity Wire Terminal Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is
name not obtained
7 RED +B Under all Measure the voltage to Blown No. A18 (10 A) fuse in the
BACK conditions ground: under-hood fuse/relay box
UP There should be battery
An open or high resistance in the
voltage.
wire
6 PUR IG1 Vehicle ON mode Measure the voltage to Blown No. B11 (5 A) fuse in the
MON ground: under-dash fuse/relay box
There should be battery
An open or high resistance in the
voltage.
wire
1 BRN GND In all power Measure the voltage to Poor ground (G503)
modes ground:
An open or high resistance in the
There should be less
ground wire
than 0.2 V.
3 LT K LINE Under all Measure the voltage to Faulty control unit on the K LINE
BLU conditions ground:
Short to ground in the K LINE wire
There should be pulse
voltage (digital signal).

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Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit Input Test

NOTE:
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, and
precautions and procedures before performing repairs or servicing.
Before testing, make sure the No. A18 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box is OK.
Before testing, make sure the No. B8 (15 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is OK.

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

2. Disconnect the immobilizer-keyless control unit 7P connector.

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3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:

If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the
system.
If the terminals are OK, go to step 4.

4. With the connector still disconnected, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

Cavity Wire Terminal Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is
name not obtained
2 RED S-NET Jump the SCS Measure the voltage to An open or high resistance in the
line with the HDS, ground: wire
disconnect PCM There should be about 5
A short to ground in the wire
connector A V.
(50P) Check for continuity An open or high resistance in the wire
between the terminal
and PCM connector A
(50P) terminal No. 40:
There should be
continuity.
Disconnect the Measure the resistance Poor ground (G503)
12 volt battery between the terminal
An open or high resistance in the
negative terminal and body ground:
ground wire
There should be more
than 50 kΩ.

5. Reconnect the connector to the immobilizer-keyless control unit, do the following input tests:

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
If all the input tests prove OK, replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit.

NOTE: After replacing the immobilizer-keyless control unit, and do the immobilizer key registration.

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Cavity Wire Terminal Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is
name not obtained
7 RED +B Under all Measure the voltage to Blown No. A18 (10 A) fuse in the
BACK conditions ground: under-hood fuse/relay box
UP There should be battery
An open or high resistance in the
voltage.
wire
6 BLU IG1 Vehicle ON mode Measure the voltage to Blown No. B8 (15 A) fuse in the
FUEL ground: under-dash fuse/relay box
PUMP There should be battery
An open or high resistance in the
voltage.
wire
1 BRN GND In all power Measure the voltage to Poor ground (G503)
modes ground:
An open or high resistance in the
There should be less
ground wire
than 0.2 V.
3 LT K LINE Under all Measure the voltage to Faulty control unit on the K LINE
BLU conditions ground:
Short to ground in the K LINE wire
There should be pulse
voltage (digital signal).

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Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit Removal and Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before
doing repairs or service.

NOTE: If the immobilizer-keyless control unit is replaced, do the immobilizer-keyless control unit registration. If the original
immobilizer-keyless control unit is installed, confirm that all systems work properly.

1. Column Covers - Remove

2. Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit - Remove

1. Disconnect the connector (A).

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2. Remove the immobilizer-keyless control unit (B).

3. All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

4. Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit - Register

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