Toyota VSS3-Hilux Owner's Manual

Vehicle Security System
VSS3 - Hilux

Owner’s manual

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Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase of this alarm system which has been designed and
manufactured to the highest automotive standards utilising the latest technology for total reliability
as per European Community directives.

Please read this manual to get the full benefit of the system.
We suggest that you keep this manual in the car. It will be easier for you to find the information in
the event of emergency. Your authorised retailer will be pleased to clarify any queries you may have
with the system or its operation if you cannot find the information you need in this manual or in
the chapter ‘Troubleshooting guide’.

Immunity information

- If any loss is caused by fire, action of a third party, or other accidents, or the user’s deliberate or
accidental misuse, incorrect use, or use under abnormal conditions, repair of the product will
be charged to the user.

- Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA is not liable for any incidental loss caused by the use or non-use of
this product.

- Toyota Motor Europe NV/SA is not liable for any damages or incidents consequent to
intentional misuse, accidental misuse, or third party use of the device.

- The alarm system will not prevent the car from being stolen.

Read this manual thoroughly before using the VSS3.

Always keep this owner’s manual in the vehicle.

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Content

1. PIN code ................................................................................................................ 4

2. Arm / Disarm ........................................................................................................ 5

2.1. To ARM the alarm system .......................................................................................... 5

2.2. To DISARM the alarm system ..................................................................................... 6

2.3. Stop the siren sounding ........................................................................................... 6

2.4. Arm without intrusion sensor .................................................................................... 7

2.5. Arm without additional sensors ................................................................................. 8

2.6. Automatic re-arming ............................................................................................... 8

2.7. Alarm status light (LED) ............................................................................................ 9

2.8. Back-up battery ........................................................................................................ 9

3. Features .................................................................................................................. 10

3.1. Door ajar warning .................................................................................................... 10

3.2. Alarm override ......................................................................................................... 10

3.3. Ignition Controlled door lock .................................................................................... 11

3.4. Passive arming .......................................................................................................... 11

3.5. Alarm memory ........................................................................................................ 12

3.6. Alarm without car horn sound .................................................................................. 12

3.7. Garage mode ........................................................................................................... 12

3.8. Arming buzzer .......................................................................................................... 13

3.9. Buzzer volume adjustment ........................................................................................ 13

3.10 Intrusion sensor sensitivity mode .............................................................................. 13

4. Technical Specifications ........................................................................................ 14

5. Troubleshooting guide ......................................................................................... 15

6. Glossary ................................................................................................................ 16

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Introduction

This alarm system is operated by the original high security remote control described in the car’s
owner’s manual. To programme extra remote controls consult your Toyota authorised retailer.

The alarm system can only be armed and disarmed with the original car remote control. The
protection of your car is assured by interior movement and perimetric sensors. The alarm system is
self-protected against system attack.

During an alarm, the alarm siren, and the vehicle horn, and the blinkers are activated.

Product functions

The Alarm system performs the following functions:

• Perimetric protection (doors, boot, and bonnet)

• Interior and window breakage protection (by ultrasound sensor)

• Alarm system tampering protection

• Protection against unauthorised starting of the engine

• Self-powered alarm system

• Acoustic and visual alarm signalization

• Alarm system status and diagnostic indication light (LED)

• Additional protection features can be added (inclination sensor module, …).

Alarm operation

The alarm is activated in the following situations:

• A locked door or boot is opened in any way other than using the alarm system remote control.

• The bonnet is opened while the car is locked.

• The intrusion sensor is activated: when the sensor detects something moving inside the car, or
a window is broken.

• The battery terminal is disconnected while the alarm system is activated.

Remarks

The intrusion sensor may be triggered by any of the following:

• Dangling accessories

• Automatic or high pressure car washes

• The impact of hail, lightning strikes, or other kinds of impact or continuous vibrations

• Any open window or sliding roof.

• Seat’s material modification (leather) or seat covers usage (Contact your authorised retailer)

As you will see from paragraph 2.4., the intrusion sensor can be deactivated.

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1. PIN code

If the alarm system has been installed in your vehicle, you did receive from the authorized retailer a
card (credit card size) with a PIN code (Personal Identification Number) consisting of 4 numbers.

The PIN code is used to deactivate the alarm system in case the remote control stops working. It
will also be used by your authorised dealer to change your system configuration.

 You should keep this card always with you. Do not leave it in your car.

If you have lost your PIN code, take contact with your authorized retailer.

To enter the PIN code

1 Press the button on the LED push button the number of times that corresponds to the first

digit of the PIN Code, with a maximum 1.5 second delay between one press and the next.
If the LED is already on when the button is pressed, it will go out.

2 Wait for the LED to flash indicating that the next digit can be entered.

3 Repeat the process for all four digits.

Vehicle security system

Please do not leave this card in your vehicle

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2. Arm / Disarm

The alarm system will be armed when you lock the car, and disarmed when you unlock the car
using the remote key.

2.1. To ARM the alarm system

Important:

To prevent false alarm, check that there is no one in the car, and that all windows and sliding
roofs are closed before locking the car (see how to deactivate the interior intrusion sensor in
paragraph 2.4).

Action Hazard light indication

Alarm status light (LED)

Remote control: Press the

lock button once.

Flashes once. ON for 30 seconds, then

starts flashing.

Note:

– The car LED blinks to inform you that the immobiliser is set (not linked to alarm system)
– If any door is not securely closed, 10 short beeps will sound (car will not be locked, but alarm

system will be armed) and the switch will be deactivated until door is closed properly.

– The system will be armed 30 seconds after the lock button is pressed (pre-arm time).
– If your remote key is not working, you can arm the system by PIN code (see chapter 3.2).

LOCK
(Arm)

UNLOCK

(Disarm)