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System Overview: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Start Inhibition System
GLL163272Courtesy of VOLVO CARS CORPORATION

The start inhibition system is a comprehensive function of the vehicle security system. The logic for start inhibition is in the engine control module (ECM). The system for start inhibition reads off a number of values from the controller area network (CAN). These values are used to determine whether the criteria for the engine control module (ECM) to activate the starter motor are met. The system for start inhibition reads off whether the immobilizer check is OK or not. For further information, see START INHIBITION 

There are a number of functions in the car's security system:

The various functions depend on different control modules and components.

The following are included in the immobilizer system: 

The following are included in the steering column lock system: 

The following are included in the key lock system: 

The following are included in the key warning system: 

Included in the alcolock system (not in vehicles with the keyless entry locking system): 

Definitions: 

Activated system:  The system means that the vehicle cannot be started.

Deactivated system:  Key check has been carried out and the remote key has been approved. The system permits the car to start.