Entry And Start System (For Start Function) -- System Description |
PUSH-BUTTON START DESCRIPTION |
The push-button start uses a push-type engine switch, which the driver can operate by merely carrying the key. This system consists primarily of the main body ECU, engine switch, ID code box (immobiliser code ECU), steering lock ECU, key, ACC relay, IG1 No. 3 relay, integration relay (IG2 relay) and certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly). The main body ECU controls the system. This function operates in cooperation with the entry and start system. The table below shows the transition of the engine switch, which depends on whether the brake pedal (for A/T) or clutch pedal (for M/T) is depressed or released.
PUSH-BUTTON START FUNCTION OPERATION |
for A/T:
This system has different power source mode patterns depending on the brake pedal condition and shift lever position.
When the battery of the key is low, the push-button start function can be operated by touching the key to the engine switch.Brake Pedal Shift Lever Power Source Mode Pattern Depressed P or N position When the engine switch is pushed once. - off → engine start
- on (ACC) → engine start
- on (IG) → engine start
Not depressed P position Each time the engine switch is pushed. - off → on (ACC) → on (IG) → off
Except P position Each time the engine switch is pushed. - off → on (ACC) → on (IG) → on (ACC)
- P position When the engine switch is pushed in the on (IG) condition (engine running). - on (IG) → off
- Except P position When the engine switch is pushed in the on (IG) condition (engine running). - on (IG) → on (ACC)
- off → engine start
for M/T:
The start function has different power source patterns depending onthe clutch pedal condition.
When the battery of the key is low, the push-button start function can be operated by touching the key to the engine switch.Clutch Pedal Power Source Mode Pattern Depressed When the engine switch is pushed once. - off → engine start
- on (ACC) → engine start
- on (IG) → engine start
Not depressed Each time the engine switch is pushed. - off → on (ACC) → on (IG) → off
- When the engine switch is pushed in the on (IG) condition (engine running). - on (IG) → off
- off → engine start
FUNCTION OF COMPONENT |
Component | Function |
Engine Switch (Transponder Key Amplifier) |
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Key | Receives signals from oscillators and returns ID code to entry door control receiver. |
Indoor Key Oscillator | Receives request signal from certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) and forms detection area in vehicle interior. |
Door Control Receiver | Receives ID code from key and transmits it to certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly). |
Main Body ECU |
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Certification ECU (Smart Key ECU Assembly) | Certifies ID code received from entry door control receiver and transmits certification results to ID code box (immobiliser code ECU) and steering lock ECU. |
Shift Lock Control ECU*1 | Outputs state of shift position to main body ECU. |
Stop Light Switch | Outputs state of brake pedal to main body ECU. |
Clutch Start Switch*2 | Outputs state of clutch pedal to main body ECU. |
ID Code Box (Immobiliser Code ECU) | Receives steering unlock or engine immobiliser unset signals from certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly), certifies them, and transmits each unset signal to steering lock ECU or ECM. |
ECM |
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- HINT:
- *1: for A/T
- *2: for M/T
SYSTEM FUNCTION |
Control | Outline |
Engine Switch Control |
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Diagnosis | When the main body ECU detects a malfunction, the main body ECU diagnoses and memorizes which section failed. |
CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION |
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Engine switch:
The engine switch consists of a momentary type switch, 3 colored LED (amber, green, greenish white) and the transponder key amplifier.- The greenish white LED is for illumination.
- The amber and green LEDs are for the indicator light. The driver can check the present power source mode and whether the engine can start or not in accordance with the illumination state of the indicator light.
- When the main body ECU detects an abnormality in the entry and start system, it makes the amber indicator light flash. If the engine is stopped in this state, it might not be possible to restart it.
- The greenish white LED is for illumination.
Indicator Light Condition
Engine Switch Indicator Light Condition Power Source Mode/Condition Indicator Light Condition Brake pedal released (for A/T)
Clutch pedal released (for M/T)Brake pedal depressed, shift lever in P or N (for A/T) Clutch pedal depressed (for M/T) Off Off Illuminates (Green) Illuminates (Green) On (ACC, IG) Illuminates (Amber) Illuminates (Green) Illuminates (Green) Engine running Off Off Off Steering lock not unlocked Flashes (Green) for 30 sec. Flashes (Green) for 30 sec. Flashes (Green) for 30 sec. System malfunction Flashes (Amber) for 15 sec. Flashes (Amber) for 15 sec. Flashes (Amber) for 15 sec. Clutch start switch malfunction (for M/T) Flashes (Green) for 15 sec. Flashes (Green) for 15 sec. Flashes (Green) for 15 sec. Main body ECU:
The main body ECU consists of the IG1 No. 3 relay and ACC relay actuation circuits and CPU.
SYSTEM NOT OPERATING NORMALLY (DUE TO KEY BATTERY DEPLETION, ELECTRICAL NOISE, ETC.) |
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To operate the push-button start function when the key battery is low or affected by wave noise, etc., touch the key to the engine switch as shown in the illustration while depressing the brake pedal with the shift lever in P (for A/T), or depressing the clutch pedal (for M/T).
The main body ECU transmits a key verification request signal from the stop light switch to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly).
The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) does not receive an ID code response from the door control receiver, so it activates the transponder key amplifier built into the engine switch.
The transponder key amplifier outputs an engine immobiliser radio wave to the key.
The key receives the radio wave, and returns a radio wave response to the transponder key amplifier.
The transponder key amplifier combines the key ID codes with the radio wave response, and transmits it to the certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly).
The certification ECU (smart key ECU assembly) judges and verifies the ID code, and transmits a key verification OK signal to the main body ECU. The buzzer in the combination meter sounds at the same time.
After the buzzer sounds, with the shift lever in P (for A/T), if the engine switch is pressed within 10 seconds with the brake pedal (for A/T) or clutch pedal (for M/T) not depressed, the power source mode changes to on (ACC) or on (IG), as in the normal condition.
DIAGNOSIS |
When the ECU detects a malfunction, the amber indicator light of the engine switch flashes to warn the driver. At the same time, the ECU stores the 5-digit DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) in memory.
- The indicator light warning continues for 15 seconds even after the power source mode is changed to off.
- The DTC can be read by connecting the intelligent tester to the DLC3.
- The push-button start function cannot be operated if a malfunction occurs.