2007 Toyota Avalon Owners Manual - Page 32

'06 AVALON_U (L/O 0508) Engine immobilizer system The engine immobilizer system is a theft prevention system using an electronic code. The transponder chip in the key has an electronic code and transmits the code to the vehicle. Only when the electronic code in the chip corresponds to the register ID code for the vehicle, the engine immobilizer system will be canceled and the engine will start. KEY NUMBER PLATE Your key number is shown on the plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. If you should lose your keys or if you need additional keys, duplicates can be made by Toyota dealer using the key number. We recommend writing down the key number and storing it in a safe place. The engine immobilizer system is automatically set when: Vehicles with key cylinder−type ignition switch-The key is removed from the ignition switch. Vehicles with smart key system-The ignition switch is turned off. The indicator light will start flashing to show that the system is set. 16