System Description
- The NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (NATS) prevents the engine from being started by Intelligent Key whose ID is not registered to the vehicle (Intelligent Key unit). It has higher protection against auto theft involving the duplication of mechanical keys.
- The ignition key integrated in the Intelligent Key cannot start the engine. When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged, the NATS ID verification is performed between the transponder integrated with Intelligent Key and Intelligent Key unit via NATS antenna. when the Intelligent Key backside is contacted to push-button ignition switch while brake pedal is depressed. If the verification result is OK, the engine start operation can be performed by the push-button ignition switch operation.
- Up to 4 Intelligent Keys can be registered (including the standard ignition key) upon request from the owner.
- When replacing ECM, Intelligent Key unit or Intelligent Key, the specified procedure (Initialization and registration) using CONSULT is required.