Toyota RAV4 2013 Owner's Manual page 78

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1-2. Theft deterrent system
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
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Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:
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Nobody is in the vehicle.
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The windows and moon roof (if equipped) 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
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
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A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or hood.
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The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked. (→P. 470)
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Alarm-operated door lock
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When the alarm is operating, the doors are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
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Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and
make sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the
battery.
NOTICE
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To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.