Keyless Engine Start Function

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before performing symptom diagnosis procedure for keyless engine start system, check that engine starts by using ignition key. If it cannot be started by using ignition key, go to ENGINE SYMPTOM DIAGNOSIS .

KEYLESS ENGINE START DIAGNOSTIC CHART

Condition	Possible Cause	Action
Engine cannot be started by turning Ignition knob switch	Circuit fuse(s) blown	Replace fuse(s) and check for short circuit .
	Remote controller battery dead	Replace battery .
	Remote controller faulty	Check remote controller for operation referring to REMOTE CONTROLLER INSPECTION .
	Steering lock unit faulty	Check steering lock unit for operation referring to STEERING LOCK UNIT INSPECTION .
	Wiring or grounding faulty	Repair circuit .
	Antennas or Keyless start control module faulty	Check input and output signals of Keyless start control module referring to INSPECTION OF KEYLESS START CONTROL MODULE AND ITS CIRCUITS .
	ECM faulty	Check input and output signal of ECM referring to INSPECTION OF ECM AND ITS CIRCUITS .