2003 Toyota Camry Owners Manual - Page 316

'03Camry_U (L/O 0301) Engine immobiliser system The system is automatically set when the key is removed from the ignition switch. The indicator light will start flashing to show the system is set. If any of the following indicator conditions occurs, contact your Toyota dealer. D The indicator light stays on except when the theft deterrent system is setting or activating. (See "Theft deterrent system" on page 30 in this section.) D The indicator light does not start flashThe 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. With manual air conditioning controls ing when the key is removed from the ignition switch. D The indicator light flashes unsteady. 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. With automatic air conditioning controls 15 2003 CAMRY from Jan. '03 Prod. (OM33593U)