For safety and security -> Theft deterrent system for Your Toyota Avanza SUV Second Generation (2012-2021)

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Engine immobilizer system  
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent  
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-  
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer.  
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.  
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does not  
guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.  
The indicator light flashes after  
the key has been removed from  
the engine switch to indicate that  
the system is operating.  
The indicator light stops flashing  
after the registered key has been  
inserted into the engine switch to  
indicate that the system has been  
canceled.  
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  
: If equipped  
 
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Certification for the immobilizer system  
For vehicles sold in Mexico  
Este equipo opera a título secundario, consecuentemente, debe aceptar  
interferencias perjudiciales incluyendo equipos de la misma clase y puede no  
causar interferencias a sistemas operando a título primario.  
For vehicles sold in Jamaica  
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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 alarm  
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is  
detected.  
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:  
A locked door is unlocked and opened in any way other than using  
the wireless remote control.  
The hood is opened.  
Setting the alarm system  
Close the doors and hood, and  
lock all the doors using the wire-  
less remote control.  
The indicator light is flashing when  
the system is set.  
Deactivating or stopping the alarm  
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:  
Unlock the doors using the wireless remote control.  
Turn the engine switch to the “ON” position, or start the engine.  
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 are closed before the alarm is set.  
No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.  
: If equipped  
 
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Triggering of the alarm  
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:  
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)  
The doors are unlocked and opened  
using the key.  
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A person inside the vehicle opens a door  
or hood.  
When the battery is disconnected  
Be sure to deactivate the alarm system.  
If the battery is discharged before deactivating the alarm system, the alarm  
may be triggered when the battery is reconnected.  
Customization  
The alarm sound settings can be changed.  
(Customizable features: P. 352)  
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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