2012 Lexus GX460 Start with key

5
When trouble arises
715
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
• When the doors were unlocked
with the
mechanical key
and then the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.
• The electronic
key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even
after the
“ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
pressed two
consecutive
times.
Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure

718
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The driver’s door
was opened and
closed with the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
turned off and
then the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
put in ACCES-
SORY mode
twice without the
engine being
started.
Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
During an engine
starting proce-
dure in the event
that the elec-
tronic key was not
functioning prop-
erly (→P. 7 3 9 ) ,
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was
touched with the
electronic key.
Press the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch
within 10 seconds
of the buzzer
sounding.
Interior
buzzerExterior buzzerWarning messageDetailsCorrection
procedure

5
When trouble arises
739
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Use the mechanical key ( →P. 2 6 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver’s door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Opens the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized at your Lexus dealer.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(→ P. 39) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or
the engine can be started by following the procedure below.

740
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes and starting the engine
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.
To 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 8 1 )
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
In the event that the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be oper-
ated, contact your Lexus dealer.
STEP1
STEP2
■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 is depleted.
( → P. 6 4 4 )
STEP3

788
6-2. Customization
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Smart
access sys-
tem with
push-but-
ton start
and wire-
less remote
control
(
→P. 2 9 ,
47)
AUTO.
RELOCK TIME
ADJUSTMENT
(Adjust the time
elapsed before
the automatic
door lock func-
tion is activated
if a door is not
opened after
being unlocked)
60 seconds
Off
O–OO30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door
reminder
buzzer (When
locking the
vehicle)
OnOff–––O
Glass hatch
opening opera-
tion (When the
electronic key is
used)
Push and
hold (Short)
Push twice
–––O
One short push
Push and
hold (Long)
Off
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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6-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Smart
access
system with
push-
button start
(
→P. 2 9 )
SELECT
DOORS TO
UNLOCK
(The doors that
are unlocked
using the smart
access system
with push but-
ton start can be
selected)
Driver’s doorAll the doorsO–OO
ACCESS SYS-
TEM WITH
ELEC. KEY
(Smart access
system with
push button
start can be dis-
abled)
OnOffO–OO
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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6-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Illumination
(
→P. 5 1 9 )
Operation after
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch is turned
to OFF
*4
OnOff–––O
Operation
when the doors
are unlocked
with the smart
access system
with push-but-
ton start or the
wireless remote
control func-
tion
*4
OnOff–––O
Operation
when you
approach the
vehicle with the
electronic key
on your per-
son
*4
OnOff–––O
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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Alphabetical index
GX460_U.S.A. (OM60J00U)
Electronic keyIf the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 739
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................ 739
If the engine will not start ............... 735
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P.................................... 737
If the vehicle has discharged
battery.................................................... 741
If the warning buzzer sounds..... 688
If the warning light turns on ......... 688
If the warning message is
displayed ............................................ 700
If you have a flat tire .......................... 721
If you lose your keys ........................ 738
If you think something is
wrong...................................................683
If your vehicle becomes stuck .....747
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ......... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....................................................677
If your vehicle overheats.................744
Emergency flashers
Switch ...................................................... 676 Engine
Accessory mode..................................179
Compartment..................................... 609
Engine switch .........................................179
Hood ....................................................... 608
How to start the engine ....................179
Identification number .......................753
If the engine will not start................735
Ignition switch ........................................179
Overheating ......................................... 744
Engine compartment cover .............. 610
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................. 757
Checking ................................................ 616
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine coolant temperature gauge....................................................... 195
Engine immobilizer system..................115
Engine oil Capacity .................................................755
Checking .................................................. 611
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 366
Engine oil maintenance data............. 613
Engine switch ...........................................179
Engine switch light................................. 519
Event data recorder ........................... 685E
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