Immobilizer System - Toyota 2013 Avalon Hybrid Owner's Manual

Immobilizer system

The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously
registered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.
The indicator light flashes after
the power switch has been turned
off to indicate that the system is
operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the power switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or ON
mode to indicate that the system
has been canceled.
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
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Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
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If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
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If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
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