2005-2012 Toyota Avalon 4 Door Before driving -> Theft deterrent system User Manual
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Engine immobilizer system  
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the  
engine from starting if the key has not been previously registered in  
the vehicle’s on-board computer.  
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Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.  
Vehicles with a smart key  
system  
The indicator light flashes after  
the “ENGINE START STOP”  
switch has been turned off to  
indicate that the system is  
operating.  
The indicator light stops flash-  
ing after the “ENGINE START  
STOP” switch has been turned  
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION  
ON mode to indicate that the  
system has been canceled.  
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Vehicles without a smart  
key system  
The indicator light flashes after  
the key has been removed  
from the engine switch to indi-  
cate that the system is operat-  
ing.  
The indicator light stops flash-  
ing after the registered key  
has been inserted into the  
engine switch to indicate that  
the system has been can-  
celed.  
■System maintenance  
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.  
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction  
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object.  
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system  
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle.  
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■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system  
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.  
FCC ID: MOZRI-21BTY  
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1  
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer-  
ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including  
interference that may cause undesired operation.  
For vehicles sold in Canada  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not  
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, includ-  
ing interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.  
CAUTION  
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible  
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
NOTICE  
■To ensure the system operates correctly  
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper  
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.  
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Alarm  
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry  
is detected.  
■ Triggering the alarm  
The alarm is triggered in the following situations.  
● A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other  
than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock func-  
tion or using the mechanical key. (The doors will lock again  
automatically.)  
● The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked.  
● Vehicles with the glass breakage sensor: The side windows  
are tapped or broken.  
■ Setting the alarm system  
Close the doors, trunk and  
hood, and lock all doors. The  
system will be set automati-  
cally after 30 seconds.  
The indicator light changes  
from being on to flashing when  
the system is set.  
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■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm  
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.  
Vehicles with a smart key system  
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● Unlock the doors or trunk.  
● Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or  
IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The alarm will be  
deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)  
Vehicles without a smart key system  
● Unlock the doors or trunk.  
● Turn the engine switch to the “ACC” or “ON” position, or start  
the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a  
few seconds.)  
■System maintenance  
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.  
■Items to check before locking the vehicle  
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure  
of the following:  
●Nobody is in the vehicle.  
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.  
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.  
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■Triggering of the alarm  
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.  
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)  
●A person inside the vehicle opens a  
door, the trunk or hood.  
●The battery is recharged or replaced  
when the vehicle is locked.  
■When the battery is disconnected  
Be sure cancel the alarm system.  
If the battery is disconnected before canceling the alarm, the system may be  
triggered when the battery is reconnected.  
■Alarm-operated door lock  
●When the alarm is operating, the door are locked automatically to pre-  
vent intruders.  
●Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and  
make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing  
the battery.  
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■Panic mode  
Vehicles with smart key system  
When  
is pushed for longer than  
about one second, an alarm will sound for  
about 60 seconds and the vehicle lights  
will flash to deter any person from trying  
to break into or damage your vehicle.  
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To stop the alarm, push any button on the  
wireless remote control.  
Vehicles without smart key system  
NOTICE  
■To ensure the system operates correctly  
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper  
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.  
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Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.)  
These labels are attached to  
the vehicle to reduce vehicle  
theft by facilitating the tracing  
and recovery of parts from sto-  
len vehicles. Do not remove  
under penalty of law.  
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