2012 TOYOTA AVALON alarm

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1-3. Adjustable components (seat
s, steering wheel, mirrors)
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Before driving
Linking driving position memory with door unlock operation
(vehicles with smart key system)
Memorized driving positions can be recalled when you unlock the
driver’s door using the entry function or wireless remote control and
open the driver’s door.
■ Setting the linked door unlock operation
Set the driving positions into the memory system using the “1”
or “2” buttons. ( P. 6 3 )
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF, then close the
driver’s door.
Push the “1” or “2” button on the
driver’s side and the button
on the wireless remote control at
the same time for about 1 sec-
ond until you hear a beep.
Open one of the doors.
If a door is not opened within 60 seconds after is pressed, the
doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set.
In case that the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm.
( P. 99)
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
Before driving
Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes lights when forcible entry
is detected.
■ Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the fo llowing situations when the alarm
is set:
● A locked door or trunk is unlocked or opened in any way other
than using the entry function, wi reless remote door lock func-
tion or using the mechanical key. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)
● The hood is opened.
● Vehicles with the glass brea kage 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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■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.
■ Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
Vehicles with a smart key system
●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.)

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Before driving
■
Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■ 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.
●A person inside the vehicle opens a
door, the trunk or hood.
● The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.

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■Panic mode
Vehicles with smart key system
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.
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.
To stop the alarm, push any button on the
wireless remote control.

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Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the
engine
Put the shift lever in “P” and apply the brakes. Touch the Toyota emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate
that the start function cannot
detect the electronic key that is
touched to the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch if any of the doors
is opened and closed while the
key is touched to the switch.
To change the “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within
5 seconds of the buzzer soundi ng, release the brake pedal
and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the sw itch is pressed. (P. 154)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 5 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
If the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be operated, con-
tact your Toyota dealer.
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................ 228
ABS........................................... 207
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter ............. 437
Automatic air conditioning
system................................ 228
Steering switches ................. 236
Airbags Airbag operating conditions .. 109
Airbag precautions for your child.................................... 113
Airbag warning light .............. 481
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........................ 116
Front passenger occupant classification system .......... 119
General airbag precautions .. 113
Locations of airbags ............. 106
Modification and disposal of airbags ............................... 118
Side airbag precautions........ 113
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ........... 109
SRS airbags ......................... 106
Alarm .......................................... 99
Antenna .................................... 248
Anti-lock brake system ........... 207
Armrest .................................... 365
Ashtrays ................................... 360
Audio input .............................. 285
Audio system
Antenna ................................ 248
Audio input ........................... 285
AUX port ............................... 285
CD player/changer ............... 251
iPod ...................................... 267
MP3/WMA disc ..................... 259
Optimal use .......................... 282
Portable music player ........... 285
Radio .................................... 243
Steering wheel audio switches ............................. 286
USB memory ........................ 274 Automatic headlight leveling
system ....................................181
Automatic light control system ....................................178
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission .........161
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P......................503
S mode ..................................163
AUX port ...................................285
Back-up lights
Wattage .................................527
Battery Checking ...............................417
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ..........................508
Preparing and checking
before winter .......................219
Bluetooth
® audio......................289
Bluetooth® phone ....................308
Brake Fluid ......................................414
Parking brake ........................167
Brake assist ..............................207
Break-in tips .............................144
Care Exterior ..................................386
Interior ...................................389
Seat belts ..............................390
Cargo capacity .........................212
CD player/changer ...................251
Chains .......................................221
Child-protectors .........................49
A
B
C

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Seat heaters.............................. 363
Seating capacity....................... 217
SeatsAdjustment ........................59, 61
Adjustment precaution ......60, 62
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............. 130
Cleaning ................................ 389
Climate control ...................... 363
Climate control seat .............. 363
Driver’s seat position
memory .................................63
Head restraint..........................67
Properly sitting in the seat ..... 104
Seat heaters .......................... 363
Service reminder indicators .............................. 173
Shift lever Automatic transmission ......... 161
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P...................... 503
Shift lock system ..................... 503
Shopping bag hooks ............... 370
Side airbags.............................. 106
Side marker lights Switch.................................... 178
Side mirror Adjustment ..............................82
Mirror position memory ...........63
Smart key system Antenna location .....................32
Entry function ..........................30
Starting the engine ................154
Spare tire Inflation pressure................... 526
Storage location .................... 491
Spark plug ................................ 524
Specifications........................... 520
Speedometer ............................ 169 Steering wheel
Adjustment .............................. 78
Audio switches ...................... 286
Climate switches ................... 236
Steering wheel memory .......... 63
Storage compartment.............. 354
Storage feature ........................ 349
Stuck If your vehicle becomes stuck ................................... 515
Sun visors ................................ 357
Switch
Emergency flasher switch ..... 472
Engine switch ................ 154, 158
Fog light switch ..................... 182
Hazard light switch ................ 472
Ignition switch ............... 154, 158
Light switches ....................... 178
Power door lock switch ........... 48
Power window switch .............. 85
Window lock switch ................. 85
Wipers and washer switch .... 189
Tail lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 465
Switch ................................... 178
Wattage................................. 527
Theft deterrent system
Alarm....................................... 99
Engine immobilizer system ..... 96
Theft prevention labels ........... 103
Tire inflation pressure ............. 526
Tire information Glossary ................................ 538
Size ....................................... 534
Tire identification number...... 533
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading ............................... 535
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