Electronic Immobilizer (Anti-Theft Starting System) - Mitsubishi MOTORS Pajero Owner's Manual

Electronic immobilizer (Anti-
theft starting system)
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The electronic immobilizer is designed to signifi-
cantly reduce the possibility of vehicle theft. The
purpose of the system is to immobilize the vehicle
if an invalid start is attempted. A valid start attempt
can only be achieved by using a key "registered" to
the immobilizer system.
NOTE
l In the following cases, the vehicle may not
be able to receive the registered ID code
from the registered key and the engine may
not start.
• When the key contacts a key ring or other
metallic or magnetic object (Type A)
• When the key grip contacts metal of an-
other key (Type B)
• When the key contacts or is close to other
immobilizing keys (including keys of oth-
er vehicles) (Type C)
In cases like these, remove the object or
additional key from the vehicle key. Then
try again to start the engine. If the engine
does not start, we recommend you to con-
tact your MITSUBISHI MOTORS Au-
thorized Service Point.
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Locking and unlocking
l Electronic immobilizer is not compatible
with remote starting systems. Use of these sys-
tems may result in vehicle starting problems
and a loss of security protection.
l If you lose your key, order a key from your
MITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Service
Point as soon as possible. To obtain a replace-
ment or extra spare key, take your vehicle
and all remaining keys to your MITSUBISHI
MOTORS Authorized Service Point. All the
keys have to be re-registered in the immobil-
izer computer unit. The immobilizer can reg-
ister up to 8 different keys for use.
CAUTION
l Don't make any alterations or additions
to the immobilizer system; alterations or
additions could cause failure of the immo-
bilizer.
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