2006 Lexus GS300 trunk

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KEYS
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Electronic keys − These keys will work for the doors,
trunk and can start the engine. They will not work for
glove box and trunk storage extension door. Your
dealer will need one of them to make a new key.
Before you use these keys, be sure to read “Smart access
system with push−button start” on page 10.
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Mechanical keys − These keys work for the doors,
trunk, glove box and trunk storage extension door,
but cannot start the engine.
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Key number plate − Keep the plate in a safe place
such as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
Using a mechanical key
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When you use the mechanical key included on the side of the
electronic key, slide the lock knob in the arrow direction and
take out the key as shown. To put the key back, slide the key
gently until it locks, paying attention to the angle and position
of the key. Be sure to put the key back when not in use.
NOTICE
When using an electronic key, observe the following
precautions:

Do not affix any material that cuts off electromagnetic
waves (such as a metal seal) on the electronic key.

Do not knock the electronic key hard against other
objects.

Do not leave the electronic key exposed to high
temperatures for a long period, such as on the
dashboard or hood under direct sunlight.

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Do not put the electronic key in water or wash it in an
ultrasonic washer.

Do not keep the electronic key together with the
products emitting electromagnetic waves such as a
cellular phone.

Do not disassemble the electronic key.

Do not place the electronic key near electrical
appliances (e.g. television, computer or stereo) or
electrical medical equipment such as low frequency
medical appliances.

If gasoline, polishing agents or oil adheres to the
electronic key, it may deform or crack over time.
The electronic keys are required to deactivate the engine
immobilizer, and are essential for the engine immobilizer to
function correctly, so be careful not to lose these keys. If you
make your own duplicate key, you will not be able to cancel the
system or start the engine.
To protect items when using valet parking, turn the trunk lid
opener main switch to inoperative or lock the glove box if
necessary, and leave the electronic key (with the mechanical
key removed) with the attendant. For details, see “Trunk lid
opener main switch” on page 126.
If you should lose your electronic keys or if you need additional
electronic keys, duplicates can be made by a Lexus dealer
using the key number.
We recommend writing down the key number and storing it in
a safe place.

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11 If the electronic key battery is discharged, the entry function
and wireless remote control cannot be used. Use the
mechanical key integrated into the electronic key by inserting
it in the door keyhole to lock or unlock doors and into the trunk
lid keyhole to unlock the trunk lid. To start the engine, see
“Starting the engine when the electronic key battery is
discharged” on page 27. In order to activate the entry function
and wireless remote control, the battery should be replaced.
For details, see “Replacing the battery” on page 33.
(a) Engine immobilizer
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The engine immobilizer is a theft prevention function.
When you enter the vehicle carrying an electronic key and
press the engine switch, the electronic code in the key is
automatically checked to determine whether it
corresponds to the registered ID code for the vehicle. If
the ID code is verified, you can start the engine.
The system is automatically set when the engine switch is off.
The indicator light will start flashing to show the system is set.

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13 For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with RSS−210 of Industry
Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
(b) Entry functions*
Entry functions are as follows:

Locking the doors
(For details, see page 19.)

Unlocking the door(s)
(For details, see page 22.)

Changing the doors to be unlocked
(For details, see page 23.)

Unlocking the trunk lid
(For details, see page 24.)

Battery power saving
(For details, see page 26.)

Starting the engine when the electronic key battery is
discharged
(For details, see page 27.)
NOTE:
*These functions can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.

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INFORMATION

Be sure to take the electronic key with you.

In the following cases, the entry function, wireless
remote control or push−button starting feature may
not operate properly. If this happens, use a
mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors and trunk
lid. If you are unable to use push−button starting,
follow the procedure for starting the engine on page
27.
When facilities issuing strong electromagnetic
waves such as TV towers, electric power stations,
broadcasting stations are nearby.
In places where automated payment facilities are
installed (such as gas stations).
When you are carrying an electronic key together
with a mobile communications system such as a
two−way radio or cellular phone.
When the electronic key is in contact with or
covered by a metallic object.
When in proximity to a number of electronic keys
When placed in proximity to electrical appliances
e.g. computer
When another person is operating a wireless
remote control function on another vehicle near
your vehicle.
When the electronic key is in close contact with
one’s body.

If you do not drive your vehicle, store the electronic
key, keeping it at least 5 m (15 ft.) away from the
vehicle.

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If you bring the electronic key very close to the
outside door handle, the doors might not unlock.

If the electronic key is within effective range, even
persons not carrying an electronic key may lock or
unlock the doors.

If a large amount of water is applied to the outside
door handle during heavy rain or a car wash, and
someone carrying an electronic key is near the
vehicle, the door(s) might be unlocked. However, if
the outside door handle is not pulled out, the doors
will lock automatically after about 30 seconds.
CHANGING THE DOORS TO BE UNLOCKED
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When you push the “LOCK” button together with the
“UNLOCK”, “TRUNK” or “PANIC” button on the electronic
key for about 5 seconds with the engine switch off, you
can change the settings for door unlocking.
The settings will change in the following order:
1
Unlocking driver’s door
2
Unlocking the side doors
3
Unlocking a single door
4
Unlocking all the doors
After setting, a tone sounds and the multi−information display
shows which setting is selected. Outside the vehicle, one beep
sounds when the single door is set to be unlocked, 2 beeps
sound when all the doors are set, 3 beeps sound when the
driver’s door is set, and 4 beeps sound when side doors are
set.

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24When you set the driver’s door to be unlocked, if you perform
unlocking operation by the driver’s door handle, the driver’s
door only will be unlocked. If you do using other door handle,
all the doors will be unlocked.
INFORMATION
If you get in the vehicle from the driver’s door using an
electronic key while the side doors or one door is set to
be unlocked, all the unlocking controls activated by the
electronic key will be stopped for security. If you get out
of the vehicle from the driver’s door carrying the
electronic key and reaches out of the effective range of
the entry function, unlocking control by the electronic
key will be possible. However, unlocking control may
not be carried out for 5 seconds after you get out from
the vehicle. In this case, perform unlocking operation
again after 5 seconds.
UNLOCKING THE TRUNK LID WITH ENTRY FUNCTION
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When you push the trunk button on the trunk lid while
carrying an electronic key, the trunk lid will unlock.
INFORMATION
If you bring the electronic key close to the center of the
bumper, or it is close to the ground or in a high place, the
trunk lid might not unlock.

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Key reminder alarm
If you lock your electronic key in the trunk when all doors
are locked, an alarm sounds for about 2 seconds to
remind you that the electronic key is in the trunk.
At this time, the trunk lid is unlocked. Even after the alarm
stops sounding, pushing the trunk button will unlock the trunk
lid.
INFORMATION

If you close the trunk lid while an electronic key is left
in the trunk and all doors are locked, an alarm should
be activated. However, if the electronic key is placed
near the spare tire or at the edge of the trunk, or if the
electronic key is in a metallic bag, the trunk lid might
not be unlocked.

If you accidentally lock an electronic key in the trunk
when all doors are locked, be aware that anyone can
unlock the trunk by pushing the trunk button.

Even when the electronic key is outside the trunk, an
alarm still might be activated if the electronic key is
near the trunk. However, if you have the electronic
key, there is no problem.