Car Alarms: How to disarm the factory car alarm of the 1990 toyota camry V6, 1990 toyota camry, valet mode

Question
MY 1990 toyota camry has a factory car alarm. It did not work when I bought it. But later it actived for unknown reason. Right now some times it did not work use the keyless remote. I want to disarm the alarm, so I can use the key. CAn you help me? Thank you very much!


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Answer
The 1990 Camry did not come with a factory alarm.  The alarm system, if it says Toyota on the remote would have been a dealer installed option.       

To disarm the alarm permanently you would want to find the valet switch.  Valet mode disables all security functions of an alarm but allows the convenience features to remain functional.  The valet switch is typically a small metal switch mounted out of site.  Find this switch, turn the ignition key to the run position and flip the switch.  This should put the system in valet mode, lighting the LED solid.  If this does not work, I would recommend taking a look under your dashboard and finding the brain of the system.  Take note of the make and model of your unit, then try to find a user's manual for it to fully understand how to work all of the system's options.  Most alarm manufacturers have user's manuals posted on their website for the end user to download.  If it is a Toyota labeled alarm system then you can get a manual from your local Toyota dealer.

Hope this helps.