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Engine kill alarm or lock

Discussion in 'Prius v Main Forum' started by David Lack, May 1, 2013.

  1. David Lack

    David Lack Junior Member

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    With the 2012 Prius v base model, is there some sort of engine kill switch, alarm, or any anti theft devices on the vehicle standard?
     
  2. skwcrj

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    Yes. It's officially called a the "Immobilizer System". The US (North America version?) manual says on page 116:

    You will see car+lock symbol flash on the right side of the center display.