2011 LEXUS RX350 starting

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Smart Access System with Push-button Start
nEntering the vehicle
To unlock the vehicle, simply grasp either of the
front door handles.
nExiting the vehicle
To lock the vehicle, touch the lock sensor on
either of the front door handles.
nLocking and unlocking the back door
Locks
Unlocks
The smart access system with push-button start allows you to enter and exit the vehicle
or start the engine by simply carrying the electronic key in your pocket or bag.
For details on starting the engine, see page 10.
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For details on what to do when the electronic key does not operate properly, see page 69.

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Engine (Ignition) Switch
nStarting the engine
Make sure the parking brake is set and the shift
lever is in P.
Depress the brake pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indi-
cator light turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
nStopping the engine
Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
To change the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode without turning on the engine, press
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch without depressing the brake pedal. The mode can be
changed in the following order:
With the electronic key on your person, the engine can be started by simply pressing the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch, while depressing the brake pedal.
(The mechanical key cannot be used to start the engine.)
If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine, the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to OFF. To avoid unex-
pected battery discharge, make sure the lever is in the P poistion when stopping the engine.
ACCE SSORY modeIGNITION ON mode
(Indicator light: amber)
Off
(Indicator light: off)

What to do if ...
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If the electronic key does not operate
properly
nUnlocking and locking the doors
To unlock or lock the vehicle, use the mechanical
key. (driver's door only) The mechanical key is
stored inside the electronic key.
Locks
Unlocks
nStarting the engine
Depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the electronic
key to the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds of the buzzer, keeping the
brake pedal depressed.
*: If equipped
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Card key*
If the electronic key battery becomes depleted, replace it with a new battery. For instruc-
tions on replacing the battery, refer to the Owner's Manual. If you need further assistance,
contact your Lexus dealer.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
nEffective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected)
When locking or unlocking
the doors
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
within about 2.3 ft. (0.7 m) of
an outside door handle. (Only
the doors detecting the key
can be operated.)
When starting the engine
or changing “ENGINE
START STOP” switch
modes
The system can be operated
when the electronic key is
inside the vehicle.
nOperation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have
been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
nWhen the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the upper part of the door
handle
Touch both lock sensors on the upper and
lower part of the door handle simultaneously.

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Before driving
nTo operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the
electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside
of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key may
not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The alarm may
go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention may not function.)
nIf the smart access system with push-button start does not operate properly
lLocking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (→P. 5 8 1 )
lStarting the engine: →P. 5 8 2
nElectronic key battery depletion
lThe standard battery life is 1 to 2 years. (The card key battery life is about a year
and a half.)
lIf the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine
stops. (→P. 5 5 6 )
lAs the electronic key always transmits radio waves, the battery will become
depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indicate
that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when nec-
essary. (→P. 4 9 6 )

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Before driving
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system
nSystem maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
nConditions that may cause the system to malfunction
lIf the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
lIf the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
The vehicle's keys have built-in transponder chips that prevent the engine
from starting if the key has not been previously registered in the vehicle's
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
The indicator light flashes after
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is oper-
ating.
The indicator light stops flashing
after the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch has been turned
to ACCESSORY or IGNITION
ON mode to indicate that the
system has been canceled.

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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
Starting off on a steep uphill
Make sure that the parking brake is set and shift the shift lever to
D.
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.
Release the parking brake.
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driving.
nStarting the engine
→P. 1 5 3
nDriving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
(→P. 1 5 9 )
Release the parking brake. (→P. 164)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
nStopping
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
If the vehicle is to be stopped for an extended period of time, shift the
shift lever to P or N. (→P. 1 5 9 )
n Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (→P. 1 6 4 )
Shift the shift lever to P. (→P. 1 5 9 )
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
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CAUTION
nWhen starting the vehicle
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal while stopped with the engine running.
This prevents the vehicle from creeping.
nWhen driving the vehicle
lDo not drive if you are unfamiliar with the location of the brake and accelerator
pedals to avoid depressing the wrong pedal.