Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Setting The Vehicle Security System
Initial Condition
Ignition switch is in OFF position.
Disarmed Phase
- When any door or back door is open, the vehicle security system is set in the disarmed phase on the assumption that the owner is inside or near the vehicle.
- When the vehicle security system is in the disarmed phase, security indicator lamp blinks every 2.4 seconds.
Pre-armed Phase and Armed Phase
When the following operation is performed, the vehicle security system turns into the "pre-armed" phase (security indicator lamp illuminates):
- BCM receives LOCK signal from front door request switch, Intelligent Key or door key cylinder, after back door and all doors are closed.
- Security indicator lamp illuminates for 30 seconds. Then, the system automatically shifts into the "armed" phase.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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