Toyota RAV4 2001 Owner's Manual page 35

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As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may
be locked or unlocked by anyone.
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Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to
start the engine if the electronic key is near the window.
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The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door
handle, such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically
be locked after approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened
and closed.)
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Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
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If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the elec-
tronic key is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not
be unlocked by the entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to
unlock the doors.)
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When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods
To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2
m) of the vehicle.
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Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.
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Alarms and warning indicators
A combination of exterior and interior alarms as well as warning lights are
used to prevent the theft of the vehicle and accidents resulting from errone-
ous operation.
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When any warning lights come on:
Take appropriate measures in response to which warning light comes on.
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