2010 Lexus GX460 battery

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GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver
● Small Phillips-head sc rewdriver
● Lithium battery (CR1632)
■ Replacing the battery
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
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Maintenance and care
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
■Use a CR1632 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, local electrical appliance
shops or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufac-
turer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
■If the electronic key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.
●The operational range is reduced.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
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CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children. 
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands. 
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other comp onents inside the remote control.
●Do not bend the battery terminals.

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5-1. Essential informationEmergency flashers ............... 674
If your vehicle needs 
to be towed ............................ 675
If you think something is 
wrong ....................................... 681
Fuel pump shut off  system..................................... 682
Event data recorder.............. 683
5-2. Steps to take in 
an emergency
If a warning light turns 
on or a warning buzzer 
sounds... ................................. 686
If a warning message is 
displayed................................ 698
If you have a flat tire............... 720
If the engine will not start .... 734
If the shift lever cannot be 
shifted from P ....................... 736
If you lose your keys ............... 737
If the electronic key does 
not operate properly.......... 738
If the vehicle battery is 
discharged .............................. 741
If your vehicle overheats ...... 744
If the vehicle becomes 
stuck......................................... 747

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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the emergency flashers on longer than necessary when the engine is
not running.
Use the emergency flashers if the vehicle malfunctions or is involved in an
accident.
Press the switch to flash all the
turn signal lights. To turn them
off, push the switch once again.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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
Po w e r w a s t u r n e d
off due to the
automatic power
off function.
Next time when
starting the
engine, increase
the engine speed
slightly and main-
tain that level for
approximately 5
minutes to
recharge the bat-
tery.
Sounds
onceThe electronic key
has a low battery.Replace the elec-
tronic key battery.
(P. 6 4 2 )
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60E69U)
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (
P. 179), consider each of the following points:
■The engine will not start even wh en the starter motor operates
normally
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank. 
Refuel the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded. 
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 1 7 9 )
● There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. 
( P. 1 1 4 )
■ The starter motor turns over slowly, interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 74 1 )
● The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 7 3 8 )

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The battery may be discharged. ( P. 74 1 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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