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There was not a factory installed alarm for this car, any "toyota" security system would have been instaled at the dealer or the regional distribution port depending on what region the car was originally sold from. Do you have a remote for the system? Also check for a red valet button on the dash that can be toggled on/off. The port systems are also known for toggle switches located on the driver kick panel or under the driver dash. If you don't have a remote and manually unlocking the car from closed driver door will not disable the system you will have to locate the toggle/valet switch.
The system may be the key to start the ignition control function and the function failure. You can use key programer tool for testing to see whether identify problems. Hope it can hlpe you!!!
not sure about the door... but a valet key is just that. it should allow a 'valet', person other than you, to drive your car without having access to any storage areas. therefore you can lock valuables in the trunk. the system should also disable any electronic trunk switches with that key in the ignition.
You most likely disconnected the battery in the process of the engine change. Leave your drivers door open... locate the alarm VALET switch under the dash and hold it depressed while turning the key. You may have to cycle the key sitch 3 to 5 times while holding the valet switch to get the alarm system to operate normally and allow you to start the vehicle. This is normal... anytime the battery is disconnected.
Valet switches are usually black, circular, and about 1/4 inch in diameter on a bracket that is very flimsy that is 1 inch wide and about 3 inches long in an L shape.
The valet button is to the right of the steering column and is quite a large button and has the words 'VALET' clearly written on it. I think it allows you to lock valuables in the glove box but allow a Valet or Service engineer to drive the car - they will not be able to get into the glove box. I sdon't have the XK8 owner's handbook, and so I am guessing about the function of the Valet button, but that is what a similar device does on my Merc.
does not have one.valet function was acheived by cutting special key that would not open glove box etc.the only way it would have a switch is if an aftermarket security system was installed and then it would be located anywhere the installer decided to hide it.
Try inserting the key into the drivers door lock and try centrally locking and unlocking all the doors a few times. If this does not reset the valet function try using the key in the drivers door lock and pressing the fob at the same time as locking and unlocking the doors. Even with valet mode engaged you should be able to access the trunk by physically inserting the key into the trunk lock.
Your trunk lock actuator is probably in valet mode. Take the mechanical key out of your smart key(should have a release button on the bottom of the key which will allow you to slide the hidden mechanical key out of the plastic housing) insert it into your trunk lock actuator and turn to change your function of trunk actuator. In the valet mode the trunk does not respond to your central locking or release button commands. Your owner's manual will tell you about these features. I hope I have been helpful
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