Toyota AVALON 2005 - Battery Power Saving; If Key Battery Dead

’05 AVALON_U (L/O 0501)
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2005 AVALON from Jan. ’05 Prod. (OM41408U)
IF KEY BATTERY DEAD
If the key indicator does not flash and
the engine cannot be started by using
the start function, the battery may be
dead. Replace the key battery as soon
as possible. (See “—Replacing battery”
on page 25 in this Section.)
However the engine can be started in the
following procedures.
1. With the brake pedal depressed, hold
the electronic key close to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
2. Start the engine within 5 seconds after
the green indicator light on the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch comes
on and a buzzer sounds.
BATTERY POWER SAVING
The transmitters on the outside of the
vehicle and in the key transmit electro-
magnetic waves to each other while doors
are locked.
To prevent the batteries from being dis-
charged, the smart key system is auto-
matically deactivated in the following con-
ditions:
 If the electronic key is left outside of
the vehicle and within the effective
range of the entry function actuation
area for more than 10 minutes.
 If there is no response from the key
for more than 2 weeks.
To reactivate the smart key system, per-
form any of the following:
(a) Press the lock button on the outside
front door handle or trunk opener
switch while carrying the electronic
key.
(b) Perform a wireless remote control op-
eration.
(c) Insert and turn the mechanical key in
the keyhole of the driver’s door.
If the electronic key receives strong elec-
tromagnetic waves over a period of time,
the battery can be drastically run down.
You should always keep the at least 1 m
(3 ft.) away from the electronic key follow-
ing electrical appliances.
 TV
 Personal computer
 Cellular phone
 Cordless phone recharger unit
 Electric light stand
 Fluorescent desk light
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