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4. The three-digit code should be on the
display.
Push and hold in “SCAN” until the display
goes dark. (At first, “SEC” will appear on
the display.)
If you pushed any wrong buttons,
“Err” and the number of errors you
have made will appear on the display
before “SEC” does. Go back to step 2
and try again. If the display returns to
“- - -” while you are entering the code,
go back to step 3.
To make sure the security code has been
accepted, turn the ignition to “LOCK” and
then back to “ACC.” “SEC” should appear
on the display.
Choose a security code that is easy to re-
member and keep a copy of it (not in your
Toyota).
Changing the security code
1. Turn off the audio system.
Turn the ignition key to “ACC”.
Simultaneously push and hold in “1”, “6”,
and “PWR/VOL” until “SEC” appears in
the display.