2006 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 293

'06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Driving and parking using smart key system D If the amber indicator light on the "ENGINE START STOP" switch flashes and the smart key system warning light on the instrument cluster comes on, there is a problem in the push button start function or the steering lock function. Contact your Toyota dealer and have your vehicle and all keys inspected. When the battery is disconnected or run down, the push button start function memorizes the current mode. After you reconnect, replace, or recharge the battery, the memorized mode is selected automatically. In any of these cases, turn off the engine if the engine comes on. Wait 10 seconds to start the engine after the battery has been reconnected. The engine may not start on the first try. This does not indicate a malfunction. TIPS FOR USING SMART KEY SYSTEM When using the smart key system, it is possible to start or stop the engine as long as the key is on your person. For this reason, it is possible that a passenger may remove the key from the vehicle without the driver being aware of the fact. In such a case, it is not possible to restart the engine after having turned it off. In addition, it is possible that one may get out of the vehicle without being aware that the ignition switch has not been turned off completely. When driving or getting in or out of the vehicle, drivers should make sure that they are carrying the key. D In addition to the above, there are instances in which the smart key system does not operate properly because of the circumstances of use. For details, see "Smart key system" on page 27 in Section 1- 2. In cases other than those described above, it is possible that a problem has occurred in an area other than the start system. See "If your vehicle will not start" on page 308 in Section 4. NOTICE z Do not race a cold engine. z If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls frequently, have the engine checked immediately. CAUTION Do not touch the "ENGINE START STOP" switch (engine switch) while driving. If you have to make an emergency stop, press and hold the "ENGINE START STOP" switch for more than 3 seconds. 293