Toyota Highlander (2018 year). Manual - part 17

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Vehicles without a smart key sys-
tem:

The indicator light flashes after
the key has been removed from
the engine switch to indicate that
the system is operating.

The indicator light stops flashing
after the registered key has been
inserted into the engine switch to
indicate that the system has been
canceled.

Vehicles with a smart key system:

The indicator light flashes after the engine switch has been turned off
to indicate that the system is operating.

The indicator light stops flashing after the engine switch has been
turned to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent
the engine from starting if a key has not been previously regis-
tered in the vehicle’s on-board computer. 

Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehi-
cle.

This system is designed to help prevent vehicle theft but does
not guarantee absolute security against all vehicle thefts.

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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.

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Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction

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If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object

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If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system
(key with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle

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Certification for the engine immobilizer system

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For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.

FCC ID: WRKRI-44BTY 

FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-3

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer-
ence; and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. 

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 

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For vehicles sold in Canada

This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSSs. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause inter-
ference; and (2) This device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'lndustrie Canada applicables
aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux
conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage; (2) l'util-
isateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même
si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper
operation of the system cannot be guaranteed.

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The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
● A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using

the entry function (vehicles with smart key system), wireless remote
control or mechanical key.

● The hood is opened.
● The locked glass hatch (if equipped) is opened in any way other

than using the entry function (vehicles with smart key system).

● The battery is reconnected.

Close the doors, glass hatch (if
equipped) and hood, and lock all
the doors. The system will be set
automatically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the sys-
tem is set.

Alarm

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The alarm

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: If equipped

Setting the alarm system

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Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
● Unlock the doors.
● Vehicles without a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to the

“ACC” or “ON” position, or start the engine. (The alarm will be deac-
tivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

● Vehicles with a smart key system: Turn the engine switch to

ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The
alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

● Open the glass hatch (if equipped) using the entry function (vehi-

cles with smart key system).

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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

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Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of
the following:

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Nobody is in the vehicle.

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The windows and the following openings are closed before the alarm is set.

• The glass hatch (if equipped)
• The moon roof (if equipped)
• The panoramic moon roof (if equipped)

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No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.

Deactivating or stopping the alarm