Electronic Key Battery Depletion; If The Smart Key System Has Been Deactivated In Customized Setting - Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 2018 Service Manual

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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. 579)
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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. 522)
• 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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Customization
Settings (e. g. smart key system) can be changed.
(Customizable features: →P. 640)
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If the smart key system has been deactivated in a customized setting
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Locking and unlocking the doors:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (→P. 113, 595)
● Starting the hybrid system and changing power switch modes: →P. 596
● Stopping the hybrid system: →P. 202
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