1996 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 101

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. NOTICE 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. 3. Input the existing three-digit code. You have 10 seconds to enter each digit. For example, "209": To set the first digit: Push "1" until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the second digit: Push "2" until the digit you want appears on the display. To set the third digit: Push "3" until the digit you want appears on the display. 4. The three-digit code should be on the display. Push "SCAN". The display will read "- - -". 5. Wait for 10 seconds until the security system is deactivated and the display goes dark. 95