Theft Deterrent System - Toyota 2004 Avalon Owner's Manual

2. In front of the vehicle, pull up the
auxiliary catch lever and
hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that
you have not forgotten any tools, rags,
etc. Then lower the hood and make sure
it locks into place. If necessary, press
down gently on the front edge to lock it.

Theft deterrent system

To deter vehicle theft, the system is
lift the designed to sound an alarm if any of
the doors, trunk or hood is forcibly un-
locked or the battery terminal is discon-
nected and then reconnected when the
vehicle is locked.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently
and flashes the headlights, tail lights and
interior light.
'04 AVALON U (L/O 0408)
SETTING THE SYSTEM
1. Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK"
position and remove it.
The indicator light will start flashing when
the key is removed from the ignition
switch. (See "Engine immobilizer system"
for details.)
2. Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle.
3. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and
hood.
The indicator light will remain on when all
the doors, trunk and hood are closed and
locked.
2004 AVALON from Aug. '04 Prod. (OM41412U)
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