I have to unlock the car before starting engine? - Toyota Yaris Forums

caineroad · 10-02-2012, 12:23 PM

I understand where you guys are coming from, but if I go to toyota dealership, they never have trouble starting my car. I was just wondering if this is a safety feature to prevent theft from starting the car even when they can get entry to the vehicle.

basically i have to press the unlock on my remote to trigger the engine start, otherwise the key will turn to START position and I can hold it there, all electrical works but engine wont start.

Is this really a tech error? I bought it from previous owner, was told it has an immobilizer? just want to confirm.

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10-02-2012, 12:23 PM	#11
caineroad Drives: 06 Yaris HB CE Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Toronto Posts: 501	I understand where you guys are coming from, but if I go to toyota dealership, they never have trouble starting my car. I was just wondering if this is a safety feature to prevent theft from starting the car even when they can get entry to the vehicle. basically i have to press the unlock on my remote to trigger the engine start, otherwise the key will turn to START position and I can hold it there, all electrical works but engine wont start. Is this really a tech error? I bought it from previous owner, was told it has an immobilizer? just want to confirm.