System armed modeSystem armed mode  - The security alarm has four modes - Security alarm system - Locking and unlocking - Mitsubishi Lancer Owner's Manual - Mitsubishi Lancer

(The buzzer stops and the security indicator continues to blink with indicator’s reduced lit-up duration time.) Once the system preparation mode has ended, the system armed mode starts.

If an unlawful opening of any of the doors, rear hatch or bonnet is detected during the system armed mode, the alarm will be activated to warn people around the vehicle of an abnormal condition.

Also, if unlawful moving of the vehicle is attempted or a vehicle intrusion is detected, the alarm will be activated.

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