Toyota Corolla Cross: 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 registered
in the vehicle's on-board
computer.
Never leave the keys inside
the vehicle when you leave
the vehicle.
This system is designed to
help prevent vehicle theft
but does not guarantee
absolute security against all
vehicle thefts.
Operating the system

Vehicles without a smart key
system
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 ACC or ON to indicate
that the system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-
free type engine immobilizer
system.
■Conditions that may cause the
system to malfunction
- If the grip portion of the key is in
contact with a metallic object
- 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
NOTICE
■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
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