2011 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 119

1-6. Theft deterrent system Vehicles without a smart key system The indicator light flashes after the key has been removed from the engine switch to indicate that the system is operating. The indicator light stops flashing after the registered key has been inserted into the engine switch to indicate that the system has been canceled. n System maintenance The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system. n Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction l If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object. l If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle. 92 AVALON_U (OM41428U)