Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function; Conditions Affecting Operation - Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2018 Service Manual

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Electronic Key Battery-Saving Function

When battery-saving mode is set, battery depletion is minimized by stopping
the electronic key from receiving radio waves.
Press
holding
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.
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Conditions affecting operation

The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations, the
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected,
preventing the smart key system, wireless remote control and immobilizer
system from operating properly. (Ways of coping: →P. 595)
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When the electronic key battery is depleted
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Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical
noise
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When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication device
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When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the 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
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When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that
emit radio waves
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
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If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the
rear window
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When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic
devices
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twice while pressing and
. Confirm that the electronic