1-4 . Theft deterrent system
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Alarm
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is detected .
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set :
• A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry function or wireless remote control or mechanical key . ( The doors will lock again automatically .)
• The hood is opened .
Setting / canceling / stopping the alarm system
■ Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft , make sure of the following :
• Nobody is in the vehicle .
• The side windows are closed before the alarm is set .
• No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle .
■ Setting
Close the doors and hood , and lock all the doors . The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds .
The security indicator changes from being on to flashing when the system is set .
The alarm can also be set using the mechanical key .
If all doors are closed with hood open , alarm system can be set .
■ Canceling or stopping
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm :
• Unlock the doors .
• Turn the power switch to ACC or ON , or start the EV system . ( The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds .)
■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system .
■ Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the
following situations : ( Stopping the alarm deactivates the
alarm system .)
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key while the alarm is set , a warning will sound intermittently for approximately 10 seconds .
If the alarm is not canceled or stopped during this time , the warning pattern changes and the warning sounds for a certain period of time .
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For safety and security