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Push-button start system
: If equipped
Starting and stopping the hybrid system can be performed simply by
carrying the electronic key on your person, for example in your
pocket.
(P. 198)
(The driver should always carry the electronic key.)

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Antenna location and effective range
Antenna location
Antenna inside the cabin
Antenna inside the luggage
compartment
Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is
detected)
When starting the hybrid sys-
tem or changing “POWER”
switch modes
The system can be operated when
the electronic key is inside the
vehicle.

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Conditions affecting operation
P. 8 6
Electronic key battery depletion
P. 8 7
To operate the system properly
Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system.
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.)
Note for the push-button start system
Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection
areas), the system may not operate properly.
For example, the electronic key is on the instrument panel, luggage
cover, floor or in the glove box when the hybrid system is started or
“POWER” switch modes are changed.
Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to
start the hybrid system if the electronic key is near the window.

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Alarms and warning messages
An interior alarm is used to prevent theft of the vehicle and unforeseeable
accidents resulting from erroneous operation. Take appropriate measures
according to the warning message shown on the multi-information display.
(P. 578)
The following table describes circumstances and correction procedures
when only alarms are sounded.
If the push-button start system does not operate properly
P. 6 3 1
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P. 5 2 7
Customization
Settings (e.g. push-button start system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Interior alarm
pings repeatedly
The “POWER” switch was
turned to ACCESSORY
mode while the driver’s
door was open (The
driver’s door was opened
when the “POWER”
switch was in ACCES-
SORY mode)
Turn the “POWER”
switch off and close
the driver’s door.

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CAUTION
Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep
away from the push-button start system antennas. (P. 8 0 )
The radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary,
the entry function can be disabled. Ask any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for details,
such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emitting the radio
waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the entry
function.
Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers
and implanted cardiac defibrillators 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.
Ask any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional for details on disabling the push-button start system.

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Wireless remote control
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehi-
cle.
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows (press
and hold)
*
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the windows (press
and hold)
*
*
: These settings must be
customized at any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly

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Operation signals
Doors: The emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been
locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Windows:A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows are opening.
Door lock buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a
buzzer sounds continuously for 10 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the
buzzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm sys-
tem.
(P. 142)

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Conditions affecting operation
The smart entry & start system, push-button start system, wireless remote
control and immobilizer system use weak radio waves. In the following sit-
uations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may
be affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, push-button start sys-
tem, wireless remote control and immobilizer system from operating prop-
erly.
(Ways of coping: P. 630)
When the electronic key battery is depleted
Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large
display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or elec-
trical noise
When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other
wireless communication devices
When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the follow-
ing metallic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby
When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices
that emit radio waves
• Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio
waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to
the rear window