Toyota 2013 Avalon Hybrid Owner's Manual page 112

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Electronic key battery depletion
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The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
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If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the hybrid
system stops. (→P. 121)
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As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indi-
cate that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery
when necessary. (→P. 377)
• The smart key system or the wireless remote control does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
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To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1
m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
• TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
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When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
→P. 377
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Customization
Settings (e. g. operation signal) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 477)
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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
Locking and unlocking the doors: →P. 132, 438
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Unlocking the trunk: →P. 140
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Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes: →P. 439
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Stopping the hybrid system: →P. 184
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