immobilizer TOYOTA AVALON 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

TABLE OF CONTENTS2
For your information....................... 8
Reading this manual .................... 14
How to search .............................. 15
Pictorial index .............................. 16
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 50
Safety information for children ............................. 55
Child restraint systems ........ 56
Installing child restraints ...... 60
Exhaust gas precautions ..... 70
1-2. Emergency assistance Safety Connect.................... 71
1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system............................... 77
Alarm ................................... 80 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators ........................... 84
Gauges and meters ............. 90
Multi-information display ...... 93
Head-up display................. 109
Fuel consumption information....................... 116
1For safety and security
2Instrument cluster

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For safety and security1
1-1. For safe useBefore driving ...................... 26
For safe driving ................... 28
Seat belts ............................ 30
SRS airbags ........................ 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ......... 50
Safety information for children ............................. 55
Child restraint systems........ 56
Installing child restraints...... 60
Exhaust gas precautions..... 70
1-2. Emergency assistance Safety Connect ................... 71
1-3. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system .............................. 77
Alarm................................... 80

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For safety and security
1-3. 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 syst em.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic ob ject
● 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 ha ve 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.
This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

781-3. Theft deterrent system
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
For vehicles sold in Canada

791-3. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
WARNING
■Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party re sponsible
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.

1373-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
■Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function
When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping
the electronic key from receiving radio waves.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system, wireless remote control and engine immobi lizer sys-
tem use weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication
between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, pre venting the
smart key system, wireless remote control and engine immobilizer system
from operating properly. (Ways of coping: P. 459)
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio stati on, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio wav es or electrical
noise
● When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by th e following
metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
● When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
● When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wirele ss commu-
nication devices
• Another vehicle’s electronic key, another electronic key of yo ur vehicle, or
a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
● When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or ele ctronic
devices
● When the vehicle is parked in a pay parking spot where radio wa ves are
emitted.
Press twice while pressing and hold-
ing . Confirm that the electronic key
indicator flashes 4 times.
While the battery-saving mode is set, the
smart key system cannot be used. To
cancel the function, press any of the elec-
tronic key buttons.

1864-2. Driving procedures
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minut es or IGNI-
TION ON mode (with the engine is not running) for more than an hour with
the shift lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off. However, this
function cannot entirely prevent battery discharge. Do not leav e the vehicle
with the engine switch in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode for lon g peri-
ods of time when the engine is not running.
■ Automatic engine shut off feature
●The vehicle is equipped with a feature that automatically shuts off the
engine when the shift lever is in P with the engine running for an extended
period.
● The engine will automatically shut off after approximately 1 ho ur if it has
been left running while the shift lever is in P.
● The timer for the automatic engine shut off feature will reset if the brake
pedal is depressed or if the shift lever is in a position other than P.
● After the vehicle is parked, if the door is locked with the door lock switch
(P. 127) from the inside or the mechanical key ( P. 459) from the outside,
the automatic engine shut off feature will be disabled. The tim er for the auto-
matic engine shut off feature will be re-enabled if the driver’ s door is
opened.
■ Electronic key battery depletion
P. 123
■ Conditions affecting operation
P. 137
■ Notes for the entry function
P. 138
■ If the engine does not start
●The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 77)
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.
■ When the steering lock cannot be released
A message informing the driver that the
steering wheel is locked will be displayed
on the multi-information display.
Check that the shift lever is set in P. Press
the engine switch while turning the steer-
ing wheel left and right.

4577-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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 proc edures.
(  P. 184)
● There may be a malf unction in the engine immobilizer system.
(  P. 77)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 462)
● The battery terminal connecti ons may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an elec trical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fus e.
However, an interim measure is a vailable to start the engine.
(  P. 458)
If the engine will not star t
If the engine will not start eve n though correct starting proce -
dures are being followed ( P. 184), consider each of the follow-
ing points:
The engine will not start even t hough the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and he ad-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low
volume.
The starter motor d oes not turn over

529Alphabetical index
Engine coolantCapacity ................................ 476
Checking ............................... 387
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 316
Engine coolant temperature gauge........................................ 90
Engine immobilizer system ...... 77
Engine oil Capacity ................................ 475
Checking ............................... 384
Preparing and checking before winter....................... 316
Engine switch .......................... 184
Enhanced VSC ......................... 309
Entune Audio Plus
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Entune Premium Audio*
EPS (Electric Power Steering)...... 310
Warning light ......................... 432
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................................ 11 Flat tire ..................................... 445
Floor mats .................................. 26
Fluid
Automatic transaxle .............. 477
Brake .................................... 478
Washer ................................. 392
Front interior light ................... 333
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............. 50
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 433
Front personal lights............... 333
Front seat heaters ................... 329
Front seats ............................... 142 Adjustment............................ 142
Cleaning ............................... 369
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 146
Head restraints ..................... 151
Power easy access system .......... ...................... 146
Seat heaters ......................... 329
Seat ventilators ..................... 329
Front side marker lights Light switch ........................... 202
Replacing light bulbs ............ 419
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

531Alphabetical index
I/M test ...................................... 378
ICS (Intelligent Clearance Sonar) ..................................... 284 Warning light ......................... 433
Warning messages ............... 295
Identification Engine................................... 474
Vehicle .................................. 473
Ignition switch (engine switch) ...................... 184
Illuminated entry system ........ 334
Immobilizer system ................... 77
Indicators ................................... 87
Initialization Intelligent Clearance Sonar .................................. 295
Items to initialize ................... 505
Tire pressure warning system ... ............... 395
Inside rear view mirror ............ 155
Instrument panel light control ...................................... 91
Intelligent Clearance Sonar (ICS)............................. 284 Warning light ......................... 433
Warning messages ............... 295
Interior lights............................ 332 Switch ................................... 333
Intuitive parking assist............ 276 Jack
Positioning the jack............... 382
Vehicle-equipped jack .......... 446
Jack handle .............................. 446
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................. 165
Power window ...................... 160
Keyless entry Smart key system ......... 125, 131
Wireless remote control ........................ 125, 131
Keys .......................................... 122 Battery-saving function ......... 137
Electronic key ....................... 122
Engine switch ....................... 184
If the electronic key does not operate properly ........... 459
If you lose your keys ..... 123, 124
Key number plate ................. 122
Keyless entry ........................ 122
Mechanical key ..................... 122
Replacing the battery............ 414
Warning buzzer .................... 136
Wireless remote control ........ 122
Knee airbags .............................. 36
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