Toyota 1997 Tercel, Owner'S Manual

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2. In front of the vehicle, pull up on the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the
hood.
3. Hold the hood open by inserting
the support rod into the slot.
Before closing the hood, check to see that
you have not forgotten any tools, rags,
etc. and return the support rod to its clip-
this prevents rattles. Then lower the hood
and make sure it locks into place. If neces-
sary, press down gently on the front edge
to lock it.
CAUTION
!
After inserting the support rod into
the slot, make sure the rod supports
the hood securely.
To deter the vehicle theft, the system is
designed to give an alarm and keep the
engine from being started if any of the
doors, trunk or hood is forcibly un-
locked or the battery terminal is dis-
connected and then reconnected
when the vehicle is locked.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently
and flashes the headlights, tail lights, and
other exterior lights. The engine cannot
be started because the starter circuit will
be cut.
Theft deterrent system
(for Puerto Rico)