2006 Lexus GS430 remote control

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PICTORIAL INDEX
xviii
STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN
Page
1 Headlight, turn signal and
fog light switches 44, 47, 48 . . . . . . . .
2 Audio remote control
switches 331
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Distance switch 406
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Speech command button (See the
separate “Navigation System
Owner’s Manual”.)
5 Telephone button 220
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6 Windshield wiper and washer
switches 49
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7 Multiinformation
change switch 82
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8 Cruise control switch 392, 395 . . . . . .
9 Tilt and telescopic steering
adjustment switch 204
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
For detailed information, refer to the
description given in each Section.

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SMART ACCESS SYSTEM WITH PUSHBUTTON START
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 1Engine immobilizer 2Entry function 3Wireless remote control 4Pushbutton starting
The smart access system with pushbutton start comprises 4 kinds of f\
unctions; engine immobilizer, entry function,
wireless remote control and pushbutton starting.
For engine immobilizer, see page 11.
For entry function, see page 13.
For wireless remote control, see page 28.
For push− button starting, see page 342.

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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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INFORMATION
Be sure to take the electronic key with you.
 In the following cases, the entry function, wireless
remote control or pushbutton 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 pushbutton 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
twoway 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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LOCKING THE DOORS WITH ENTRY FUNCTION
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When the engine switch is off and you push the lock
button on the outside door handle while carrying an
electronic key, all the doors will be locked. At this time,
one beep will sound and the turn signal lights will flash
once.
The entry function will be activated within about 1m (3ft.) from
each outside door handle.
However, when you push the lock button on the outside door
handle with any door not closed securely, a beep sounds for
10 seconds. (For details, see page 21.)
If outer foot lights are illuminated, you can turn off the lights by
pushing the lock button on the outside door handle. (For
details, see “Outer foot lights” on page 208.)
NOTICE
If the key is in the vehicle, do not perform door locking
operation, or you might lock your keys inside the
vehicle.
INFORMATION

When locking the doors, be sure to push the lock
button on the outside door handle slowly and firmly.
If you push the button quickly, the doors may not
lock.
 When opening or closing a door, do not touch the
lock button on the outside door handle.
 When an electronic key is used to lock the doors and
an electronic key is left in the effective range of the
entry function in the vehicle, the doors cannot be
unlocked using the entry function. In this case, use
the wireless remote control function to unlock the
doors.
 You cannot activate unlocking function within 3
seconds after the locking function is activated.

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26BATTERY POWER SAVING
If the electronic key is left within the effective range of the
outside of the vehicle for more than 10 minutes without locking
or unlocking the doors, the entry function is disabled.
If the electronic key does not enter the effective range of the
outside of the vehicle for 4 days, the output interval of the
electromagnetic signal is extended. If this situation continues
for 14 days, the entry function is disabled.
To reactivate the entry function properly, perform any of the
following:
(a) Press the lock button on the outside door handle while
carrying the electronic key.
(b) Perform a wireless remote control function.
(c) Insert and turn the mechanical key in the keyhole of the
door.
INFORMATION

To maintain communication with the vehicle,
electronic keys use builtin battery power. The
battery service life is about 1 to 2 years on average.
If battery power becomes insufficient, replace the
battery with a new one.
 The electronic key continually receives
electromagnetic waves, and if it receives strong
electromagnetic waves over a period of time, the
battery can be drastically run down. Therefore, avoid
storing electronic keys near any electrical
appliances.
Here is a list of electrical appliances which may have
adverse effects on the electronic key performance:
TVs, personal computers, cellular phone or cordless
phone recharger units, electric light stands and
fluorescent desk lights
Note that you should always keep such electrical
appliances at least 1 m (3 ft.) away from the electronic
key.

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28For 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.
(c) Wireless remote control*
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1 Locking the doors
2Unlocking the doors and opening the windows and
moon roof
3Unlocking the trunk lid
4Sounding an alarm
5Indicator light
NOTE:
*This feature can be deactivated as vehicle theft deterrent
measure in case of the loss of the electronic key.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
When you operate any button on the electronic key, push it
slowly and firmly. At this time, the indicator light flashes once.

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The operational range of the wireless remote control is
approximately 1 meter (3 ft.). The effective range may vary
with different conditions. To activate the wireless remote
control
without fail, do it approximately 1 meter (3 ft.) from your
Lexus.
In the following cases, the battery in the electronic key may be
discharged.
 The message “LOW KEY BATTERY” appears on the
multi−information display.
 The remote control does not work.
 The operational range of wireless remote control becomes
extremely short.
 The indicator light on the electronic key is dimmed or does
not come on.
For the replacement of the battery, see ”Replacing the battery”
on page 33. You can also have the battery of the key replaced
by your Lexus dealer.
If you lose the electronic key, contact your Lexus dealer
immediately to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident.
You can use up to 7 electronic keys for the same vehicle.
Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information. The electronic key is an electronic component. Observe
the following instructions in order not to cause damage to
the electronic key.

Do not leave the electronic key in places where the
temperature becomes high such as on the dashboard.
 Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping it.
 Avoid putting it in water.