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This indicator light is related to the vehicle security system, which checks that the key you are using is authentic (has a de-immobilizer chip). In normal operation, it will stay lit for a few seconds and then go out. If it is flashing, you have a key with no chip in it, a bad ring antenna, or other fault in the security system.

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