2008 Toyota Prius Owners Manual - Page 115

1 -7 . T he ft de t e rre nt syst e m Ala r m (if e quippe d) The system sounds the alarm and flashes the vehicle lights when an attempt to steal the vehicle is detected. n Triggering the alarm The alarm is triggered in the following situations. l A locked door or back door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry function, wireless remote door lock function or using the mechanical key. (The doors will lock again automatically) l The hood is opened while the vehicle is locked. n Setting the alarm system Close the doors, hood and lock all doors. The system will be set automatically after 30 seconds. The indicator light changes from being on to flashing when the system is set. n Deactivating or stopping the alarm Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm. l Unlock the doors. l Start the hybrid system. (the alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.) 84 PRIUS_U_(L/O_0802)