1997 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 116

If you pushed any wrong buttons, "Err" and the number of errors you have made will appear on the display before "SEC" does. Go back to step 2 and try again. If the display returns to "- - -" while you are entering the code, go back to step 3. To make sure the security code has been accepted, turn the ignition to "LOCK" and then back to "ACC". "SEC" should appear on the display. NOTICE 6. The new three-digit code should be on the display. Push and hold in "SCAN" until the display goes dark. (At first, "SEC" will appear on the display.) A tenth error will activate the anti-theft system and "HELP" will appear on the display. The audio system will be completely inoperable. At this time, the anti-theft light also comes on. If this occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. Clearing the security code 1. Turn off the audio system. Turn the ignition key to "ACC". Simultaneously push and hold in "1", "6", and "PWR/VOL" until "SEC" appears on the display. 108