Theft Deterrent System; Immobilizer System - Toyota Prius V 2012 Quick Reference Manual

1-7. Theft deterrent system

Immobilizer system

The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
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Conditions affecting operation
Depending on the surrounding environment and conditions, the immobilizer
system may not operate properly. This may prevent the hybrid system from
starting. (→P. 62)
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The indicator light flashes after
the "POWER" switch has been
turned off to indicate that the
system is operating.
The indicator light stops flash-
ing after the "POWER" switch
has been turned to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode to indicate
that the system has been can-
celed.
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