2003 Lexus IS300 lock

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1Unlock
2. While pushing the button, slide the knob, then release
the lock on both sides and remove the luggage cover.
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3. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.
4. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the
top strap. For instructions to install the child restraint system, see ºT
ypes
of child restraint systemº on page 142.
CAUTION
 Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and
check that the child restraint system is secure by
pushing and pulling it in different directions.
 Follow all the installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
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1Lock
5. Replace the luggage cover and slide the knob while
pushing the button, then securely lock the luggage cover.
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6. Replace the head restraint.
Using a top strap (SportCross: Type B)
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Follow the next procedure for a child restraint system that
requires the use of a top strap.
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4. Remove the cover of the center anchor bracket.
5. Lower the center deck board to the lowest position.
See ºIn order to expand the luggage spaceº on page 75 for the
procedure to lower the deck board.
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Center seat position 1Unlock
6. While pushing the button, slide the knob, then release
the lock on both sides and remove the luggage cover.
7. Lower the head restraint.
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8. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.
9. Take off the carpet, latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top strap.
For instructions to install the child restraint system, see ºChild
restraint systemº on page 140.
CAUTION
Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and
check that the child restraint system is securely by
pushing and pulling it in different directions.
 Follow all the installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
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1Lock
10. Replace the luggage cover and slide the knob while
pushing the button, then securely lock the luggage cover.
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Side seat position
6. Remove the head restraint.
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1Unlock
7. While pushing the button, slide the knob, then release
the lock on both sides and remove the luggage cover.
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8. Fix the child restraint system with the seat belt.
9. Latch the hook onto the anchor bracket and tighten the
top strap.
For instructions to install the child restraint system, see ºT ypes
of child restraint systemº on page 142.
CAUTION
 Make sure the top strap is securely latched, and
check that the child restraint system is secure by
pushing and pulling it in different directions.
 Follow all the installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
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1Lock
10. Replace the luggage cover and slide the knob while
pushing the button, then securely lock the luggage cover.
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CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Type A:
1. Widen the clearance at the lower seatback and confirm
the position of the lower anchorages below the tag in the
seatback.
2. Latch the hooks of lower straps onto the anchorages
and tighten the lower straps.
Type B:
1. Widen the clearance at the lower seatback and confirm
the position of the lower anchorages below the tag in the
seatback.
2. Latch the buckles onto the anchorages.
If your child restraint system has a top strap, it should be
anchored.
(For the installation of the top strap, see ºUsing a top
strapº on page 159 or 164.)
For the installation details, refer to the instruction manual
equipped with each product.
CAUTION
 When using the lower anchorages for the child
restraint system, be sure that there are no irregular
objects around the anchorages or that the seat belt is
not caught.
 Push and pull the child restraint system in different
directions to be sure it is secure. Follow all the
installation instructions provided by its
manufacturer.
 Do not put a child restraint system on the rear seat if
it interferes with the lock mechanism of the front
seats. This can cause death or severe injury to the
child and front passenger in case of sudden braking
or a collision.
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THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
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Sedan
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SportCross
To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to
sound an alarm if any of the doors, trunk or hood is
forcibly unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected
and then reconnected while the vehicle is locked.*
NOTE: *The system operating condition can be changed.Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights, tail lights and other exterior lights.
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Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition key to the ºLOCKº position and
remove it.
The engine immobiliser system causes the indicator light to
flash.
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