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Dec 25, 2006 | 11:15 PM

Gairloch

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RFID ignition

Greetings!

Can anyone confirm for me whether or not the Tc uses RFID in the ignition system?

Thanks in advance and Merry Christmas!

Dec 25, 2006 | 11:21 PM

paul34

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what would RFID be used for? You meant to verify each key, to prevent key copy theft sort of thing?

I thought RFID was used in those "keyless ignition" systems (push start with no real key)

Dec 25, 2006 | 11:23 PM

arbnpx

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RFID is also used for the engine immobilizer, which the tC has.

Dec 25, 2006 | 11:30 PM

SquallLHeart

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^^ yup.. each key does have a transponder chip.

it prevents unauthorized copies from being used.

Dec 26, 2006 | 04:58 AM

mike6789k

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From: Oolollol

yea, if you want to test it out, wrap your key in aluminum foil (not the metal part that goes inside the ign) and try to start your car!

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