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Keyless operation does not work (LOCK, UNLOCK, PANIC)

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  1. Insert the key into the ignition switch, but leave the switch in LOCK (0).
  2. Open the driver's door, and listen for the key-in reminder beeper.

    Does the beeper sound? 

    YES  -Go to step 3.

    NO  -Test the ignition key-in reminder circuit (see CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST ), and recheck.

  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  4. Try to start the engine.

    Does the engine start? 

    YES  -The immobilizer system is OK, go to step 5.

    NO  -Go to the immobilizer symptom troubleshooting (see SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING ).

  5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  6. Test the transmitter (see TRANSMITTER TEST  ).

    Is the transmitter OK? 

    YES  -Replace the immobilizer-keyless control unit (see IMMOBILIZER-KEYLESS CONTROL UNIT REGISTRATION ).

    NO  -Replace the transmitter (see IMMOBILIZER KEY REGISTRATION ).