immobilizer TOYOTA AVALON 2014 XX40 / 4.G Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS2
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 12
How to search .............................. 13
Pictorial index .............................. 14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 24
For safety drive ................... 26
Seat belts ............................ 28
SRS airbags ........................ 34
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 44
Safety information for children ............................. 50
Child restraint systems ........ 51
Installing child restraints ...... 55
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system............................... 66
Alarm ................................... 68
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................. 70 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ........................... 72
Gauges and meters ............. 77
Multi-information display ...... 80
3-1. Key information Keys..................................... 88
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
Smart key system ................ 91
Wireless remote control ..... 106
Doors ................................. 109
Trunk ................................. 112
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats......................... 116
Driving position memory ........................... 118
Head restraints .................. 121
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel ................... 124
Inside rear view mirror ....... 125
Outside rear view mirrors ............................. 127
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows.................. 130
Moon roof .......................... 133
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster
3Operation of
each component

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For safety and security1
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)1-1. For safe use
Before driving ...................... 24
For safety drive ................... 26
Seat belts ............................ 28
SRS airbags ........................ 34
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 44
Safety information for children ............................. 50
Child restraint systems........ 51
Installing child restraints...... 55
Exhaust gas precautions..... 65
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 66
Alarm................................... 68
Theft prevention labels (U.S.A.) ............................. 70

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1-2. Theft deterrent system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNI-
TION ON mode 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
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 vehi-
cle.

671-2. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
AVALON (U)_(OM41452U)■
Certifications for the en gine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3
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.

1584-2. Driving procedures
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■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes or IGNI-
TION ON mode (the engine is not running) for more than an hour with th\
e
shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leave the vehicle
with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for long peri-
ods of time when the engine is not running.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 104
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 100
■ Notes for the entry function
P. 101
■ If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 66)
Contact your Toyota dealer.
● Check that the shift lever is securely set in P. The engine may not start if the
shift lever is displaced out of P.
■ Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the
steering wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the
engine switch again automatically cancels the steering lock.

4127-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
( P. 155)
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 66)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 418)
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse.
However, an interim measure is available to start the engine.
(  P. 413)
If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start even though correct starting proce-
dures are being followed ( P. 155), consider each of the follow-
ing points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor does not turn over

485Alphabetical index
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Eco drive mode ........................ 209
Eco Drive Indicator .................. 140
EDR (Event data recorder) ........ 10
Electric Power Steering (EPS)....................................... 211 Function ................................ 211
Warning light ......................... 389
Electronic key ............................ 88 Battery-saving function ........... 99
If the electronic key does not operate properly ................. 415
Replacing the battery ............ 350
Emergency, in case of
If the trunk opener is not actuated.............................. 114
If the electronic key
does not operate
properly .............................. 415
If the engine will not start ...... 412
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P .... 414
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .......................... 418
If the warning buzzer sounds ................................ 387
If the warning light turns
on ....................................... 387
If the warning message is displayed......................... 398
If you have a flat tire ............. 399
If you think something is wrong .............................. 385
If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 425
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ... 381
If your vehicle needs to be towed ......................... 382
If your vehicle overheats ....... 422 Emergency flashers ................ 380
Engine
Accessory mode ................... 156
Compartment ........................ 322
Engine switch ....................... 155
Hood ..................................... 319
How to start the engine......... 155
Identification number ............ 429
If the engine will not start ...... 412
Ignition switch (engine switch) ................... 155
Overheating .......................... 422
Engine coolant......................... 326 Capacity................................ 432
Checking............................... 326
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 232
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....................................... 77
Engine immobilizer system ...... 66
Engine oil ................................. 323
Capacity................................ 430
Checking............................... 323
Preparing and checking before winter ...................... 232
Engine switch .......................... 155
EPS (Electronic Power
Steering) ................................ 211 Function ................................ 211
Warning light......................... 389
Event data recorder (EDR)........ 10
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Head restraints ........................ 121
Headlights ................................ 168Automatic high beam ............ 172
Discharge headlights precautions ......................... 378
Light switch ........................... 168
Replacing light bulbs ................... 364, 365, 375
Wattage ................................ 436
Heaters
Air conditioning system ......... 238
Seat heaters ......................... 274
Outside rear view mirrors...... 248
Horn .......................................... 167
Hood ......................................... 319
Hooks Coat hooks............................ 281
Grocery bag hooks ............... 266
Retaining hooks (floor mat)..... 24 I/M test ...................................... 315
Identification
Engine .................................. 429
Vehicle .................................. 429
Ignition switch (engine switch) ...................... 155
Illuminated entry system ........ 256
Immobilizer system ................... 66
Indicators ................................... 75
Initialization
Maintenance ......................... 310
Tire pressure warning system .... .............. 335
Inside rear view mirror ............ 125
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 79
Interior lights ........................... 254
Jack Positioning a floor jack.......... 320
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 400
Jack handle .............................. 400
Jam protection function Moon roof ............................. 134
Power windows..................... 131
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Rear sunshade switch .......... 278
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch ................................. 248
Seat heater switches ............ 274
Seat ventilator switches ........ 274
“SOS” button ......................... 290
Tire pressure warning reset
switch ................................. 336
Trunk opener switch ............. 112
Trunk opener main switch..... 113
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button ................................. 197
VSC/TRAC OFF switch ........ 212
Window lock switch............... 130
Windshield wipers and washer switch .............. 179 Tachometer ................................ 77
Tail lights.................................. 168
Light switch ........................... 168
Replacing light bulbs ............ 375
Theft deterrent system Alarm ...................................... 68
Engine immobilizer system ..... 66
Tire inflation pressure............. 435 Maintenance data ................. 435
Warning light......................... 391
Tire information ....................... 440 Glossary ............................... 447
Size....................................... 443
Tire identification number ..... 442
Uniform Tire Quality Grading .............................. 445
Tire pressure warning system.................................... 335 Function ................................ 335
Initializing .............................. 335
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters ...... 335
Registering ID codes ............ 337
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................. 336
Warning light......................... 391T