1-3. Theft Deterrent System; Engine Immobilizer System - Toyota Corolla Hatchback 2019 Owner's Manual

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1-3. Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer
1-3.Theft deterrent system
system
The vehicle's keys have
built-in transponder chips
that prevent the engine 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 vehicle.
This system is designed to
help prevent vehicle theft
but does not guarantee
absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
The indicator light flashes after
the engine switch has been
turned off to indicate that the
system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the engine switch has been
turned to ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
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■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a mainte-
nance-free type engine immobilizer
system.
■ Conditions that may cause the
system to malfunction
● If the grip portion of the key is in
contact with a metallic object
● If the key is in close proximity to or
touching a key to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transpon-
der chip) of another vehicle