Immobilizer Control System: Description: Notes

The vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer system that will disable the vehicle unless the proper ignition key is used. This system consists of a transponder located in the ignition key, an immobilizer antenna unit (SMARTRA), an indicator light and the ECM/PCM.

The SMARTRA unit contains an integrated inductive antenna and electronics around the lock assembly. The SMARTRA communicates to the ECM (Engine Control Module) via a dedicated communications line.

Since the vehicle engine management system is able to control engine mobilization, it is the most suitable unit to control the SMARTRA.