1998 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 10

'98 AVALON (USA/CANADA) −U Engine immobiliser system Inserting the registered key in the ignition switch automatically cancels the system, which enables the engine to start. The indicator light will go off. For your Toyota dealer to make you a new key with built −in transponder chip, your dealer will need your key number and master key. However, there is a limit to the number of additional keys your Toyota dealer can make for you. If you make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the system or start the engine. The engine immobiliser system is a theft prevention system. When you insert the key in the ignition switch, the transponder chip in the key's head transmits an electronic code to the vehicle. The engine will start, only when the electronic code in the chip corresponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle. The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing every 1 second to show the system is set. If either of the following indicator conditions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. For vehicles sold in U.S.A. FCC ID: MOZ RI −4ATY MADE IN JAPAN This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. D The indicator light stays on except when the theft deterrent system is setting or activating. (See "Theft deterrent system.) D The indicator light does not start flashing when the key is removed from the ignition switch. D The indicator light flashes unsteady. 10