2006 Lexus GS430 remote start

KEYS AND DOORS
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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 12.
For entry function, see page 14.
For wireless remote control, see page 29.
For push− button starting, see page 348.

KEYS AND DOORS
12If 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 357. In order to activate the entry function
and wireless remote control, the battery should be replaced.
For details, see “Replacing the battery” on page 34.
(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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CAUTION
People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac de-
fibrillators should keep away from the smart ac-
cess system antennas, because the radio waves
may affect the operation of such devices. For the
antenna locations, see “Antenna locations” on
page 28.
 Users of any electrical medical device other than
implanted pacemakers and implanted cardiac de-
fibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the
device for information about its operation under
the influence of radio waves. Radio waves could
have unexpected effects on the operation of such
medical devices.
 If necessary, the entry functions can be deactivated.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
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
357.
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.

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Security indicator light
Setting the system
1. Turn the engine switch off.
The engine immobilizer causes the security indicator light to
flash.
2. Close and lock all the doors, trunk and hood using entry
function, wireless remote control or a mechanical key.
If you lock them with entry function or wireless remote control,
the turn signal lights flash once and one beep will sound.* At
this time, the indicator light comes on.
NOTE:
* The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and beep can
be set not to sound.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
3. After 30 seconds, the illuminated indicator light
changes flashing and the system is set.
Cancelling the system
When you unlock any door or trunk using entry function,
wireless remote control or a mechanical key, the system
is cancelled.
If you unlock any door or trunk with entry function or wireless
remote control, the turn signal lights flash twice and two beeps
will sound.*
NOTE:
* The turn signal lights can be set not to flash and beep can
be set not to sound.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
Activating the system
The alarm sounds for 60 seconds if any of the following are
operated:
Unlocking any door or trunk without using entry function,
wireless remote control or a mechanical key.
 Opening the hood forcibly.
 Reconnecting the battery.
If any door is unlocked during the alarm sounding, its door is
automatically locked.
To stop the alarm: Use either of the following methods.
 Unlock the door or trunk using entry function, wireless
remote control or a mechanical key.
 Start the engine.

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Testing the system
1. Open all the windows.
2. Set the system as described above.
All the doors should be locked with entry function, wireless
remote control or a mechanical key. Be sure to wait until the
indicator light starts flashing.
3. Unlock one of the doors from the inside through one of
the opened windows.
The system should activate the alarm.
4. Unlock any of the doors with entry function, the
wireless remote control or a mechanical key to cancel the
system.
5. Repeat this operation for the other doors, trunk and
hood.
When testing the hood, also check that the system is activated
when the battery terminal is disconnected and then
reconnected.
If the system does not work properly, have it checked by your
Lexus dealer.
NOTICE
When disconnecting the battery, be sure to cancel the
theft deterrent system. Otherwise, the system could
activate an alarm and lock the unlocked door(s)
automatically.

EXTERIOR EQUIPMENT
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TRUNK LID
The trunk lid can be unlocked by any of the following
ways:
Using a trunk lid opener
 Using a mechanical key
 Using a trunk button (with the entry function)
 Wireless remote control
The explanation about how to unlock the trunk lid using a
mechanical key and trunk lid opener is made here. For the use
of trunk button and wireless remote control, see “Smart access
system with push −button start” on page 11 and “Wireless
remote control” on page 32.
Using a trunk lid opener
The trunk lid opener switch is located in the switch box.
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Push the button to use the switch box and then push the
trunk lid opener switch for about 1 second.
Open the trunk lid. After operation, be sure to close the switch
box to its original position.
To close the trunk lid, lower it and press down on it. After
closing the trunk lid, try pulling it up to make sure it is securely
closed.

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Conditions for memorized position activation

Engine switch in “IG−ON” mode and selector lever in ”P”
position, with the vehicle stopped.
 Engine switch in “OFF” mode and within 30 seconds of
opening driver’s door.
The memorized position can be activated, except for the tilt
and telescopic steering.
If any driving position memory switch is pushed while one of
the memorized driving position profiles is being activated, the
operation will stop.
To activate the system, push the desired button (“1”, “2” or \
“3”)
again.
The driving position memory control system cannot be
operated while the vehicle is moving.
If the vehicle’s battery is disconnected, the computer’s
memory will be erased and the memorized positions will have
to be set again.
CAUTION
 Do not start the vehicle while the adjustments are
being made.
 Take care not to select the wrong button, or the seat
could strike the rear passenger or hit your body
against the steering wheel. If this happens, you can
stop the movement by pressing another driving
position memory switch.
MEMORY RECALL FUNCTION
You can recall the memorized position using the entry
function or wireless remote control.
If you unlock the door using the entry function or wireless
remote control, the memorized seat position is recalled when
the driver’s door is opened. The memorized steering wheel
position will be recalled when you push the engine switch.
This function can be used after setting by the following
procedure.
Setting the driving position onto the electronic key
The driver’s door must be closed with the engine switch turned
off.
1. Push and hold the previously memorized driving position
button “1”, “2” or “3”.
2. While depressing the button above, push and hold the
“LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the electronic key until a beep
sounds.
If you wish to set other driv ing position, repeat the above
procedure. The previous setting will be erased and the new
position will be set.
Resetting the driving position on the electronic key
The driver’s door must be closed with the engine switch turned
off.
1. Push and hold the “SET” button.
2. Push and hold the “LOCK” or “UNLOCK” button on the
electronic key until two beeps sound.