2012 Lexus ES350 key

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350_UAfter the operation is completed,
reinstall the cover.
Hook the upper claw of the cover
onto the upper catch on the vehi-
cle side, and then push on the
lower side of the cover.
Make sure that the lower claw of
the cover is securely fastened to
the lower catch on the vehicle side.
If the cover is not securely
attached, it may fall off while driv-
ing.
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and apply the brakes.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
An alarm will sound to indicate that
the start function cannot detect the
electronic key that is touched to
the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch if any of the doors is opened
and closed while the key is touched
to the switch.
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STEP1
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ES350_UTo change “ENGINE START ST
OP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the switch is pressed. ( →P. 1 2 8 )
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buzzer sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery depletes. ( →P. 4 0 7 )
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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
ES350_U
Door lock
(
→P. 4 2 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock functionOFFON
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doorsOFFON
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doorsONOFF
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all
doors.
ONOFF
Po w e r w i n -
dows
(
→P. 7 0 )
Linked mechanical key
operationOpen and close
OFF
Open only
Close only
Wireless remote control
linked operationOFFOpen only
Linked entry functionONOFF
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Moon roof
(standard
type)
(
→P. 7 3 )
Linked mechanical key
operationOpen and close
OFF
Open only
Close only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when mechanical
key is used
Slide onlyTilt only
Wireless remote control
linked operationOFFOpen only
Linked operation of com-
ponents when wireless
remote control is used
Slide onlyTilt only
Linked entry functionONOFF
Eco Driving
Indicator Light
(
→P. 1 4 7 )
Eco Driving Indicator
LightONOFF
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 4 9 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Ti m e e l a p s e d b e f o r e
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
→P. 1 4 9 )
Daytime running light sys-
tem (USA only)ONOFF
Intuitive park-
ing assist
(
→P. 1 76 )
Back sensor operation
display and buzzerONOFF
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Distance which a sensor
detects4.5 ft. (150 cm)1.8 ft. (60 cm)
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Vehicle specifications
ES350_U
Door lock
(
→P. 4 2 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock functionOFFON
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doorsOFFON
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doorsONOFF
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all
doors.
ONOFF
Automatic
light control
system
(
→P. 1 4 9 )
Light sensor sensitivityLevel 3Level 1 to 5
Time elapsed before
headlights automatically
turn off after doors are
closed
30 seconds
0 seconds
60 seconds
90 seconds
Lights
(
→P. 1 4 9 )
Daytime running light sys-
tem (USA only)ONOFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomizedsetting

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Alphabetical index
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Child safetyAirbag precautions.............................. 94
Battery precautions ............. 388, 479
Child restraint system....................... 104
Child-protectors ................................... 43
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 62
Installing child restraints .................. 108
Moon roof precautions ...................... 77
Power window lock switch.............. 70
Power window precautions .............72
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ...................... 408
Seat belt comfort guide..................... 60
Seat belt extender precautions ..... 64
Seat belt precautions .......................... 62
Seat heater precautions ...... 328, 331
Trunk precautions ................................ 48
Child-protectors ...................................... 43
Cigarette lighter.................................... 326 Cleaning
Exterior ................................................... 358
Interior....................................................... 361
Seat belts ................................................362
Clock ......................................................... 324
Coat hooks.............................................. 336
Compass .................................................. 346
Condenser .............................................. 384
Console box ............................................. 317
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 480
Cornering assist sensors ..................... 176
Cruise control Cruise control.......................................160
Dynamic radar crui se control....... 164
Cup holders ..............................................319
Curtain shield airbags ...........................88
Customizable features .......................... 511

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Daytime running light system............ 152
DefoggerRear window.......................................... 213
Side mirror .............................................. 213
Dimension ............................................... 486
Dinghy towing ....................................... 203
Display Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 164
Trip information .................................... 145
Warning message ............................ 449
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 370
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights .......................... 312
Wattage ................................................. 495
Doors Door lock ................................28, 40, 42
Door windows ....................................... 70
Side mirrors............................................. 68
Driver's seat belt reminder light ...... 441
Driving Break-in tips ............................................. 121
Correct posture .................................... 86
Procedures ............................................. 120
Winter driving tips .............................. 196
Driving position memory ....................... 51 Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 474
Emergency, in case of
If a warning message is displayed.............................................449
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 474
If the engine will not start................470
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ................................... 472
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ......................................... 477
If the warning buzzer sounds ......439
If the warning light turns on...........439
If you have a flat tire .......................... 461
If you lose your keys ......................... 473
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 437
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 483
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 484
If your vehicle needs to be towed..................................................... 431
If your vehicle overheats ............... 480DE

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Hands-free phone system (for mobile phone)*
Bluetooth
®............................................279
Hands-free phone system
(for mobile phone) .........................279
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 430
Head restraints
Adjusting ..................................................57
Headlight aim .......................................... 418
Headlights Discharge headlights
precautions ....................................... 428
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 420
Switch ........................................................ 149
Wattage ................................................. 495
Heaters Seat heaters..............................328, 330
Side mirror .............................................. 213
Hood ..........................................................374
Hooks Cargo hooks ....................................... 338
Grocery bag hooks ......................... 338
Horn............................................................. 137 I/M test......................................................369
Identification number
Engine......................................................487
Vehicle ....................................................487
Ignition switch.......................................... 128
Illuminated entry system ..................... 312
Indicator lights......................................... 140
Initialization Items to initialize .................................. 519
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 66
Interior lights Interior lights .......................................... 314
Switch........................................................ 314
Wattage ................................................. 495
Intuitive parking assist...........................176
Jack Positioning a floor jack ....................375
Vehicle-equipped jack .................... 461
Jack handle............................................... 461
Keyless entry ............................................. 40
Keys Electronic key ......................................... 26
Engine switch ........................................ 128
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 474
If you lose your keys ......................... 473
Key number ............................................. 26
Keyless entry ...........................................40
Keys ............................................................. 26
Mechanical key ...................................... 26
Wireless remote control key ..........40
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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