2005 LEXUS LS430 ignition

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In the following cases, the master warning light flashes, a
warning tone sounds and the above message appears.
A smart key is not detected in the vehicle when you push the
ignition switch. In this case, the above message appears for
5 seconds.
 A smart key is not detected in the vehicle because someone
has taken a smart key outside of the vehicle without turning
off the ignition. At this time, the smart key sounds an alarm.
The above message turns off if you turn the ignition off or the
smart key system detects a smart key in the vehicle.
In addition to either of the above conditions, if you get out from
the vehicle, having a smart key when the ignition switch is in
the “ACC” or “ON” position and the selector lever is in a posit\
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other than “P”, “Shift to P Range” and “Key is not Detected”\
appear alternately.
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If you get out from the vehicle, having a smart key when
the ignition switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position and
the selector lever is in a position other than “P”, the
master warning light flashes, a beep sounds inside the
vehicle and the above message appears. When you shift
the selector lever to the “P” position or start driving, the
beeping stops sounding, the above message turns off.
In addition to the above condition, if the smart key system does
not detect a smart key in the vehicle, “Shift to P Range” and
“Key is not Detected” appear alternately.
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If the smart key system determines that the electronic
code of the detected key does not correspond to the
registered ID when you push the ignition switch or lock
button on the outside door handle, the master warning
light flashes, a warning tone sounds and the above
message appears for 5 seconds.

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If the smart key system determines that the battery
voltage is low (2V to 3V) when the ignition is turned off
more than 20 minutes after turned on, the master warning
light flashes, a warning tone sounds and the above
message appears for 5 seconds.
If the above message appears, the battery needs to be
replaced. Although you can replace the battery referring to
“Replacing the battery (Type A)” on page 42, we recommend
you have it replaced by your Lexus dealer as it is easy to be
scratched.
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The above message appears when the high mode in the
electronically modulated air suspension is selected.
However, if the system fails , the master warning light
comes on, a warning tone also sounds and the above
message appears.
Although it is no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
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If the sensor of the Lexus park assist system is
malfunctioning or a cable is broken when the Lexus park
assist system is on, the master warning light comes on, a
warning tone sounds, the malfunctioning sensor flashes
and the above message appears.
The flashing sensor does not operate properly. Although it is
no problem to continue driving, have your vehicle checked by
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
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If icicles, snowflakes or mud gets on the sensor of the
Lexus park assist system or it is frozen when the Lexus
park assist system is on, the sensor not be able to detect
an obstacle flashes and the above message appears.
Remove the foreign matter or deice the sensor. If the message
does not appear after cleaning, the system is operating
properly.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
104Dynamic laser cruise control—

The driving pattern selector switch is changed to the
“normal” or “power” position.
 The wipers are stopped or are switched to intermittent
operation. (Including intermittent and stopped wipers in the
“AUTO” position)
 No direct sunlight from the front
In the above conditions, press the control lever upward in the
“RES/ACC” direction and release it. The dynamic laser cruise
control will be restored, however, even after the weather
clears, if the setting operation cannot be performed or if the
warning message still appears, the system might have
malfunctioned. Although it is no problem to continue driving,
contact your Lexus dealer.
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If a system malfunction is detected when dynamic
radar/laser cruise control is in the “RADAR READY” mode
or operating, the master warning light comes on, the
“CRUISE” indicator light flashes and a warning tone
sounds. At this time the above message appears.
If this message appears, stop your vehicle in a safe place, turn
the ignition off, and then restart it to reset the system. If the
setting still cannot be made or the same message appears
again, the system might have malfunctioned. Although it is no
problem to continue driving, contact your Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
While you are cruising with the dynamic radar/laser
cruise control on, if the master warning light comes on,
the cruise indicator light flashes, “Check Cruise
System” appears on the multiinformation display and
the warning tone sounds, turn the ignition switch off
and then on again. If the function is cancelled again
after setting or if settings cannot be made, the dynamic
radar/laser cruise control system may be
malfunctioning. Although it is no problem to continue
driving, have your vehicle checked by your Lexus
dealer.

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The master warning light comes on, a warning tone
sounds and the above message appears in the following
conditions:
The millimeter wave radar sensor or the grille cover is
dirty.
Clean the grille or sensor with a soft cloth to remove the dirt.
 The precollision seat belts are activated repeatedly for
a short time.
The system turns of f temporarily for overheating protection,
but turns back on after a while.
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If there is a problem somewhere in the precollision safety
system, the master warning light comes on, a warning
tone sounds, and the above message appears.
If the above message appears, the pre −collision safety system
may not operate. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible to service the vehicle.
COMPASS
(Vehicles without Navigation System)
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When the ignition is turned on, the previously selected display
appears. If the compass is not displayed, push the “DISP2”
button several times for 1 to 2 seconds to display the compass.
However if you push the main switch of dynamic radar/laser
cruise control to use dynamic radar/laser cruise control, the
dynamic radar/laser cruise control display appears. To change
to the compass display, push the “DISP2” button for longer
than about 1 second.
The compass indicates the direction in which the vehicle
is heading. The illustration shown above indicates that the
vehicle is heading north.

GAUGES, METERS AND SERVICE REMINDER INDICATORS
106Displays
Directions
N
NE
E
SE S
SW W
NWNorth
Northeast
East
Southeast South
Southwest West
Northwest
The compass may not show the correct direction in the
following conditions:
 The vehicle is stopped immediately after turning.
The compass does not adjust while the vehicle is stopped.
 The ignition switch is turned off immediately after turning.
 The vehicle is on an inclined surface.
 The vehicle is in a place where the earth’s magnetic field is
subject to interference by artificial magnetic fields
(underground parking, under a steel tower, between
buildings, roof parking, near a crossing, near a large
vehicle, etc.). 
The vehicle is magnetized. (There is a magnet or a metal
object near the audio system.)
 The battery has been disconnected.
If the deviation is small, the compass works to calibrate the
direction automatically while the vehicle is in motion.
For obtaining additional precision or for complete calibrating,
see “CALIBRATING THE COMPASS” on page 107.
COMPASS SENSOR
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 Compass sensor
The compass sensor is located behind the audio system.

SECTION 1 – 4
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Interior equipment
Sun visors11 2
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Interior lights 11 2
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Personal lights 11 4
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Ignition switch light 11 5
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Foot lights 11 6
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Clock 11 6
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Outside temperature display 11 7
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Cigarette lighter and ashtray 11 9
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Power outlets 120
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Rear console box 121
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Glove box 122
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Garage door opener 122
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Cupholders 126
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Coin box 127
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Overhead console box 128
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Auxiliary boxes 129
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Trunk storage extension 131
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Card holder 133
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Penlight 133
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Cool box 134
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Floor mat 135
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Coat hooks 136
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Sunshades 137
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Luggage net 139
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First−aid kit net 140
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INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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To turn on the interior light, slide the switch.
With the switch in the “DOOR” position, the light comes on
when any doors are opened or when the ignition switch is
turned to “LOCK”. After all the doors are closed, the light
remains on for about 15 seconds and then goes out.*
However, in the following
cases, the light goes out
immediately:
1. All the doors are closed when the ignition switch is in “ACC”
or “ON” position.
2. The ignition switch is turned to “ACC” or “ON” when the light
is still on.
3. All the doors are locked when the light is still on.
4. One door is closed with the lock button pushed in while the
other doors are locked.
NOTE:
* The interior lights can be set not to come on or the duration
of lighting can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Rear
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Vehicles with rear air conditioning controls
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Vehicles without rear air conditioning controls
When you open the rear door, the light turns on. Closing
it turns off the light.

INTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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Vehicles without rear air conditioning controls
To turn on the personal light, push the switch. To turn it
off, push the switch again.
IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT
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 1 Type A 2Type B
For easy access to the ignition switch, the ignition switch
light comes on when any of the doors are opened.
The light remains on for about 15 seconds and goes out after
all the doors are closed. However, the light goes out
immediately when all the doors are locked or the ignition switch
is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.