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Programming and Relearning

NOTE:
- A code word is composed of eight digits from 1-9 and is part of the Immobilizer unit from manufacturer. Each unit has its own code word. To obtain the code word, you need to have the Immobilizer serial number, then ask importer/distributor.
- The process for inputting the code word to the PCM is done by cycling the ignition key and counting the number of flashes of the security light. The calculation of the number of flashes of the security light comes with the timing of the turning of the key.

1. Wait for 5 minutes until the security light flashes slowly. (300 ms ON, 300 ms OFF -> 1.2 s ON, 1.2 s OFF)

Inputting The Code Word "3 And 1":




2. Input the code word as shown in the example.
1. Turn ignition switch to ON while the security light is off and count three illumination cycles. As the light goes out after the third illumination, turn key to LOCK.
2. Within 30 Seconds of going to LOCK, turn ignition switch to ON while the security light is off and count one illumination cycle. As the light goes out after the first illumination, turn key to LOCK.
3. Repeat step (2) for rest of six digits.

3. When code word is registered correctly in the PCM, the security light stops flashing and illuminates.
4. As soon as the security light stops flashing and illuminates, the following immobilizer system reprogram procedure should be started.

NOTE: If the code word is not input correctly, the security light goes out after all eight digits are input. In this case, perform the "Code Word Input Error Recovery Procedure".

Examples of Incorrect Input of Code Word

NOTE:
- The security light must flash one or more times between the digits of the code word.
- If the code word is input incorrectly, the security light goes out.
- When an error occurs during the reprogram procedure (except when both the immobilizer unit and PCM are replaced,) repeat the procedure from step 1. If you still can not reprogram, confirm how many keys can start the engine. Then, perform the key replacement or addition reprogram procedure according to the valid key number.




- The security light flashes ten or more times while the ignition switch is at ON position.




- The ignition switch is turned ON and LOCK while the security light is off.




- The ignition switch is turned to LOCK and ON while the security light is on.




- The ignition switch is turned to LOCK and ON while the security light is off.
- The incorrect code word is input to the immobilizer unit.

Code Word Input Error Recovery Procedure
1. Turn ignition switch to ON then back to LOCK five times (except PCM replacement) or six times (PCM replacement). Key should not remain at ON or LOCK for more than one second.
2. Repeat the "CODE WORD INPUT PROCEDURE".