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Security Light 14, DTC B1602/P1260 [Immobilizer System (Keyless Entry System)]: Notes

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SECURITY LIGHT 14, DTC B1602/P1260 DETECTION CONDITION AND POSSIBLE CAUSES

SECURITY LIGHT: 14  The instrument cluster cannot read key ID number data normally.
DTC:  B1602/P1260  
DETECTION CONDITION 
  • The instrument cluster cannot read key ID number data normally.
POSSIBLE CAUSE 
  • Transponder (key) malfunction
  • Coil antenna malfunction
  • Instrument cluster malfunction
  • Any of the following items are touching or near the key head.
    • Spare keys
    • Keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system
    • Any metallic object
    • Any electronic device, or any credit or other cards with magnetic strips
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