Alarm; Alarm (If Equipped) - Toyota PRIUS 2008 Manual

1-7. Theft deterrent system

Alarm (if equipped)

The system sounds the alarm and flashes the vehicle lights when an
attempt to steal the vehicle is detected.
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Triggering the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations.
● A locked door or back door is unlocked or opened in any way
other than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock
function or using the mechanical key. (The doors will lock
again automatically)
● The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked.
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Setting the alarm system
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Deactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm.
● Unlock the doors.
● Start the hybrid system. (the alarm will be deactivated or
stopped after a few seconds.)
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Close the doors, hood and
lock all doors. The system will
be set automatically after 30
seconds.
The indicator light changes
from being on to flashing when
the system is set.