7Introduction
INTRODUCTION
THE NEW WORLD OF
ANTI-THEFT TECHNOLOGY
This Toyota vehicle may be equipped
with an electronic “immobilizer” anti-theft
system. When the key is inserted into the
ignition switch it transmits an electronic
code to an immobilizer computer. The
engine will only start if the code in the
key matches the code in the immobilizer.
If the code does not match, the immobilizer
disables the ignition and fuel systems.
While an exact physical copy of the key
will open the door and allow retrieval of
items locked in the vehicle, it won’t start
the vehicle unless the key has the same
code as the immobilizer.
SECURITY
For security purposes, access to key
codes and service procedures for
electronically registering replacement
keys is restricted. Only a Toyota dealer
or certain bonded/registered independent
locksmiths can generate replacement keys.
THE IMMOBILIZER KEY
8Introduction
INTRODUCTION
REPLACING THE KEY
Upon purchase, each vehicle should have
two master keys and an aluminum tag
with a key-code imprinted on it.
To generate a fully functional replacement
key (one that will both open the doors and
start the engine), one of the master keys
is required. To make a key that will open
the door for retrieval of items locked
inside the vehicle, the aluminum key-code
tag can be used. If a master key or the
aluminum key-code tag is not available,
a Toyota dealer or certain registered
locksmiths can obtain the key code from
a restricted-access database. These
businesses can also access a service
utility to reprogram the immobilizer if
all registered master keys have been
lost. If a Toyota dealer is not available,
please refer to www.aloa.org to nd
a bonded/registered locksmith who
performs high-security key service.
KEEPING THE KEY SAFE
Replacing an immobilizer key may be
costly. It is advisable to keep a spare
master key and the aluminum key-code
tag in a safe place. If you record the
key-code in more than one place, do not
record it in a way that can be easily
identi ed and associated with the vehicle.
It is wise to keep a copy of the key-code
outside of the vehicle.
If the vehicle was delivered with less than
two keys and the aluminum key-code tag,
consider having the Toyota dealer or a
quali ed independent automotive locksmith
make a duplicate key before you need it.
THE IMMOBILIZER KEY
42Maintenance Log
MAINTENANCE
EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ITEMS
Drive Shaft Boots
Check the drive shaft boots and clamps for
cracks, deterioration and damage. Replace
any deteriorated or damaged parts and, if
necessary, repack the grease. A quali ed
technician should perform these operations.
Driver’s Floor Mat
• Only use the driver’s floor mat
designed specifically for the model
and model year of your vehicle.
• Always properly secure the driver’s
floor mat using the retaining hooks.
• Never install another floor mat on top
of the existing driver’s floor mat.
• Never install the driver’s floor mat
upside down.
Engine Air Filter
Replace at speci ed intervals. When
performing inspections, check for damage,
excessive wear and oiliness, and replace
if necessary.
Engine Coolant, Radiator
and Condenser
Drain the cooling system and re ll with an
ethylene-glycol type coolant. Inspect the
radiator, condenser and/or intercooler for
leaves, dirt and insects, and clean if necessary.
Inspect hoses and connections for corrosion
and leaks. Tighten connections and replace
parts when necessary. A quali ed technician
should perform these operations. (For further
details, refer to Radiator, Condenser and
Hoses in the “Vehicle Maintenance and Care”
section of the Owner’s Manua l ).
Your Toyota is equipped with Genuine
Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant (SLLC)
BLUE. The replacement intervals for
engine coolant recommended in this
booklet are based on replacement with
Genuine Toyota Super Long-Life Coolant
SLLC BLUE or similar high-quality
non-silicate, non-amine, non-borate
ethylene-glycol coolant with long-life
hybrid organic acid technology (i.e., a
combination of low phosphates and
organic acids). If another type of
ethylene-glycol coolant is used,
replacement intervals may be different.
Do not use plain water.
