Toyota Avalon 2008 Quick Reference Manual page 105

1-6. Theft deterrent system
Items to check before locking the vehicle
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To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:
Nobody is in the vehicle.
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The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
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No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
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Triggering of the alarm
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The alarm may be triggered in the following situations.
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
A person inside the vehicle opens a door, the trunk or hood.
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The battery is recharged or replaced when the vehicle is locked.
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Panic mode
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Vehicles with smart key system
Vehicles without smart key system
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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.