Toyota AVALON 2008 Owners Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
Interior
3
features
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks,
mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other
interior features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-ityourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat
tire, or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
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For owners
Index
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Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners and seat belt
instructions for Canadian owners.
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this
manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Before driving
1-1. Key information.................. 22
Keys ..................................... 22
1-6. Theft deterrent system....... 75
Engine immobilizer system... 75
Alarm .................................... 77
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................... 79
1-2. Opening, closing
locking the
trunk .................................. 24
Smart key system................. 24
Wireless remote control ....... 35
Doors.................................... 39
Trunk .................................... 44
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, s
mirrors) ............................. 46
Front seats ........................... 46
Rear seats............................ 48
Driving position memory
system................................ 50
Head restraints..................... 53
Seat belts ............................. 54
Steering wheel ..................... 61
Inside rear view mirror.......... 62
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 64
1-4. Opening a
windows and moon roof.. 66
Power windows .................... 66
Moon roof ............................. 69
1-5. Refueling............................. 72
Opening the fuel tank cap .... 72
teering wheel,
nd closing the
and
doors and
1-7. Safety information .............. 80
Correct driving posture ......... 80
SRS airbags ......................... 82
Front passenger occupant
classification system........... 93
Child restraint systems ......... 99
Installing child restraints ..... 102
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures........... 114
Driving the vehicle .............. 114
Engine (ignition) switch
(with smart key system).... 122
Engine (ignition) switch
(without smart key
system)............................. 126
Automatic transmission ...... 129
Turn signal lever ................. 133
Parking brake ..................... 134
2-2. Instrument cluster ............ 135
Gauges and meters ............ 135
Indicators and warning
lights ................................. 138
Center display..................... 141
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2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers........... 143
Headlight switch.................. 143
Fog light switch ................... 145
Windshield wipers and
washer .............................. 146
2-4. Using other driving
systems ........................... 149
Cruise control...................... 149
Dynamic laser cruise
control ............................... 152
Driving assist systems ........ 163
2-5. Driving information........... 166
Cargo and luggage ............. 166
Vehicle load limits ............... 169
Winter driving tips ............... 170
Trailer towing ...................... 175
Dinghy towing ..................... 176
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Interior features
3-2. Using the audio system ... 188
Audio system type.............. 188
Audio cover ........................ 190
Using the radio ................... 191
Using the CD player ........... 198
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ................................. 206
Optimal use of the audio
system.............................. 214
Using the AUX adapter....... 216
Using the steering wheel
audio switches.................. 217
3-3. Using the hands-free
system............................. 220
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........... 220
Using the hands-free
system.............................. 223
Making a phone call ........... 231
Setting a cellular phone...... 236
Security and system
setup ................................ 241
Using the phone book ........ 244
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4
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3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger...... 178
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................. 178
Using the steering wheel
climate control switches.... 185
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers.......................... 187
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3-4. Using the interior lights ... 252
Interior lights list ................. 252
3-5. Using the storage
features ........................... 255
List of storage features....... 255
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3-6. Other interior features ..... 263
Sun visors .......................... 263
Vanity mirrors ..................... 264
Clock .................................. 265
Outside temperature
display.............................. 266
Ashtrays ............................. 267
Power outlets ..................... 268
Climate control seats/seat
heaters ............................. 270
Armrest............................... 272
Rear sunshade................... 273
Floor mats .......................... 275
Trunk features .................... 276
Garage door opener........... 278
Compass ............................ 283
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care...... 288
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior................. 288
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior.................. 291
4-2. Maintenance ..................... 294
Maintenance
requirements .................... 294
General maintenance......... 296
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs.......................... 299
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance ................... 300
Do-it-yourself service
precautions....................... 300
Hood ................................... 303
Positioning a floor jack........ 304
Engine compartment .......... 306
Tires.................................... 322
Tire inflation pressure ......... 331
Wheels................................ 335
Air conditioning filter ........... 337
Key battery ......................... 340
Checking and replacing
fuses................................. 344
Headlight aim (with
discharge headlights) ....... 353
Light bulbs .......................... 355
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When trouble arises
5-1. Essential information ....... 362
If your vehicle needs to be
towed................................ 362
If you think something is
wrong................................ 366
Fuel pump shut off
system .............................. 367
Event data recorder ............ 368
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5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency....................... 370
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................... 370
If you have a flat tire............ 382
If the engine will not start .... 391
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P.................... 393
If you lose your keys ........... 394
If the electronic key does
not operate properly
(with smart key system) .... 395
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ........................ 397
If your vehicle overheats ..... 401
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ................................. 404
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Vehicle specifications
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For owners
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners...................... 436
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners
(in French)........................ 437
Index
Abbreviation list ............... 442
Alphabetical index............ 443
What to do if...................... 450
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3
4
6-1. Specifications.................... 406
Maintenance data (fuel,
oil level, etc.)..................... 406
Fuel information .................. 414
Tire information ................... 417
6-2. Customization ................... 429
Customizable features ........ 429
6-3. Initialization ....................... 433
Items to initialize ................. 433
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P. 143
Pictorial index
P. 133
P. 145
P. 143
P. 143
P. 303
P. 146
P. 69
P. 64
Hood
Exterior
Windshield wiper
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirror
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Side marker light
Headlight (low beam)
Turn signal light
Fog light
Headlight (high beam)
P. 322
P. 382
P. 412
P. 417
P. 143
P. 143
P. 44
Rear window defogger
P. 187
P. 39
P. 72
P. 133
P. 143
Tail/stop light
Fuel filler door
Door
Tire
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Tail lights
Trunk
Back-up light
Turn signal light
Side marker light
: If equipped
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P. 66
Pictorial index
P. 54
P. 82
P. 82
P. 82
P. 275
P. 262
P. 46
P. 82
P. 257
P. 268
P. 267
P. 261
P. 272
P. 216
P. 53
P. 260
Interior
Head restraint
Seat belt
Power window
switch
A
Door pocket
Console box
SRS driver airbag
SRS knee airbag
Front passenger
airbag
Storage compartment
Armrest
Cup holders
AUX adapter
Power outlets
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Floor mat
Front seat
Ashtray
SRS side airbag
P. 283
P. 278
P. 62
P. 254
P. 69
P. 254
P. 264
P. 254
P. 263
P. 82
A
Personal light
Inside rear view mirror
Interior light
Personal light
SRS curtain shield airbag
Garage door opener switches
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Moon roof switch
Vanity mirror
Sun visor
Compass
: If equipped
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P. 39
P. 66
P. 66
Pictorial index
B
Door lock switch
Interior
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Window lock switch
Power window switches
C
P. 261
P. 267
P. 270
P. 393
P. 129
P. 260
Shift lever
Storage compartment
Navigation system switches*
Cup holders
Ashtray
Shift lock override button
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Seat heater/ventilator switch
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Pictorial index
P. 143
P. 133
P. 145
P. 135
P. 146
P. 44
P. 256
P. 61
P. 134
P. 61
P. 50
P. 323
Gauges and meters
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Driving position
memory switches
Instrument panel
Windshield wipers and
washer switch
Glove box
Tire pressure warning
system
Parking brake pedal
Telescopic lock release
lever
Tilt lock release lever
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Trunk opener main switch
P. 217
P. 126
A
P. 224
P. 122
P. 185
P. 224
P. 154
P. 149, 152
B
Engine switch (vehicles without
smart key system)
Climate remote control
switches
Audio remote control switches
Telephone switch
“ENGINE START STOP” switch
(vehicles with smart key system)
Talk switch*
Distance switch
Cruise control switch
: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Pictorial index
P. 141
P. 265
P. 178
P. 188
P. 187
P. 178
C
Instrument panel
Clock
Emergency flashers
Air conditioning
system
Rear window and outside rear
view mirror defoggers
Center display
Navigation system*
Air conditioning
system
Audio system
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P. 273
P. 77
P. 72
P. 44
P. 64
Outside rear view mirror switches
Fuel filler door opener
Trunk opener
Rear sunshade switch
Glass breakage sensor
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: If equipped
*: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for
equipment not installed on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing.
However, because of the Toyota policy of continual product improvement, we
reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ
from your vehicle in terms of equipment.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Toyota
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Toyota vehicles are currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does
not warrant these products and is not responsible for their performance,
repair, or replacement, or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse
effect they may have on, your Toyota vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Toyota products. Modification with non-genuine Toyota products could affect its performance,
safety or durability, and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may
not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
As the installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could
affect electronic systems such as the multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system, electronic throttle control system, cruise
control system, dynamic laser cruise control system, vehicle stability control
system, SRS airbag system and seat belt pretensioner system, be sure to
check with your Toyota dealer for precautionary measures or special instructions regarding installation.
Scrapping of your Toyota
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Toyota contain
explosive chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt
pretensioners left as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be
sure to have the systems of the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner
removed and disposed of by a qualified service shop or by your Toyota
dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply,
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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CAUTION
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and
reduce coordination, which could lead to an accident that will hurt or kill you,
your occupants or others.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other
drivers or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or
reading can result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you,
your occupants or others.
■ General precautions regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to
have or use the key.
When left unattended, children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the
vehicle into neutral. There is also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or
other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat build-up or extremely cold
temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the
warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in
order to reduce the risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or
its equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must
or must not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Toyota
and its equipment.
Safety symbol
Throughout this manual, you will also see the symbol of a circle with
a slash through it. This means “Do not”, “Do not do this”, or “Do not
let this happen”.
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Before driving
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1-1. Key information................ 22
Keys ................................... 22
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk................................ 24
Smart key system .............. 24
Wireless remote control ..... 35
Doors ................................. 39
Trunk.................................. 44
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, steering wheel,
mirrors) ........................... 46
Front seats ......................... 46
Rear seats.......................... 48
Driving position memory
system ............................. 50
Head restraints................... 53
Seat belts ........................... 54
Steering wheel ................... 61
Inside rear view mirror ....... 62
Outside rear view mirrors... 64
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and
moon roof ....................... 66
Power windows .................. 66
Moon roof........................... 69
1-5. Refueling........................... 72
Opening the fuel
tank cap ........................... 72
1-6. Theft deterrent system .... 75
Engine immobilizer
system ............................. 75
Alarm.................................. 77
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.) ............................ 79
1-7. Safety information ........... 80
Correct driving posture....... 80
SRS airbags....................... 82
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........ 93
Child restraint systems....... 99
Installing child restraints... 102
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1-1. Key information
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Vehicles with smart key system
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart key
system (P. 24)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 35)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
Vehicles without smart key system
Master keys
Operating the wireless remote
control function (
P. 35)
Vale t key
Key number plate
Keys
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1-1. Key information
NOTICE
Using the mechanical key (vehicles with smart key system)
Take out the mechanical key.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the
smart key system does not operate properly, you will need the
mechanical key.
■ When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch OFF, lock the glove box and trunk storage
extension door as circumstances demand. (P. 44, 277)
● Vehicles with smart key system: Remove the mechanical key for your
own use and provide the attendant with the electronic key only.
● Vehicles without smart key system: Provided the attendant with the valet
key.
■ Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the
event that a key is lost, a new key can be made at your Toyota dealer using
the key number plate. (P. 394)
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Before driving
■ To prevent key damage
● Do not disassemble the key.
● Do not subject the keys to strong shocks, expose them to high tempera-
tures by placing them in direct sunlight, or get them wet.
● Do not expose the keys to electromagnetic materials or attach any mate-
rial that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
The following operations can be performed simply by carrying the
electronic key on your person, for example in your pocket.
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)
Locks and unlocks the doors (P. 25 )
Unlocks the trunk (P. 2 5 )
Starts and stops the engine (P. 122)
Smart key system (if equipped)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Locking and unlocking the doors
Press the lock button to lock the
door.
Grip the handle to unlock the
door.
Make sure to touch the sensor on
the back of the handle.
The door cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the door is
locked.
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Before driving
Unlocking the trunk
Press the button to unlock the
trunk.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Antenna location and effective range
■ Antenna location
Antennas outside cabin
Antenna outside trunk
Antenna inside trunk
Antennas inside cabin
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■ Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is
detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 3 ft. (1 m) of an
outside door handles. (Only
the doors detecting the key
can be operated.)
When starting the engine or
changing “ENGINE START
STOP” switch modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.
When unlocking the trunk
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Before driving
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 3 ft. (1 m) of the
trunk release button.
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■ Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors
have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■ Door lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds continuously if an attempt to
lock the door is made. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the
vehicle once more.
■ Conditions affecting operation
The smart key system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be
affected, preventing the smart key system and wireless remote control from
operating properly. (Way of coping:
● When the electronic key battery is depleted
● Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-
play, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise
● When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
● When the electronic key has come into contact with, or is covered by a
metallic object
● When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
● When carrying or using the electronic key together with the following
devices that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key
• A wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computer
● If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window
P. 395)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
Relevant doors Unlocking doors Beep
Hold the driver’s door handle to
unlock only the driver’s door
Beeps twice
Hold a passenger’s door handle
to unlock all the doors
Hold a door handle to unlock all
doors
Beeps twice
STEP
3
■ Switching the door unlock function
It is possible to set which doors the entry function unlocks.
STEP
1
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
STEP
2
When the indicator on the key surface is turned off, push and hold
, , or for approximately 5 seconds while pushing the
button on the key.
The setting changes each time an operation is performed, as shown below.
(Wait for at least 5 seconds after each operation to continue an operation.)
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Before driving
Unlock the doors using the wireless remote control and open one of
the doors.
If a door is not opened within 60 second after is pressed, the
doors will be locked again and the alarm will automatically be set.
In case that the alarm is triggered, immediately stop the alarm.
(P. 77)
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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■ Battery-saving function
In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to prevent the vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging.
● When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more
● When the electronic key has been left within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of
the vehicle for 10 minutes or more
The system will resume operation when...
● The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch
● The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function
(P. 35) or the mechanical key (P. 395)
■ Electronic key battery depletion
● The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The battery becomes depleted
even if the electronic key is not used.) If the smart key system or the
wireless remote control function does not operate, or the detection area
becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when
necessary. ( P. 340)
● To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft.
(1 m) of the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.
•TVs
• Personal computers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
■ To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from
the outside of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the
key may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly.
(The alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not function.)
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