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When trouble arises
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Doors
Use the mechanical key (P.
131) in order to perform the fol-
lowing operations:
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
*
Unlocks all the doors
Opens the windows and moon roof (turn and hold)
*
*
: This setting must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Trunk
Turn the mechanical key clock-
wise to open.
If the electronic key does not operate properly
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(P. 151) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart entry & start system and wireless remote control can-
not be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be opened and the
hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key
linked functions
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5508-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the power
switch.
When the electronic key is detected,
a buzzer sounds and the power
switch will turn to ON mode.
When the smart entry & start system
is deactivated in customization set-
ting, the power switch will turn to
ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
Press the power switch.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be started, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the power switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.
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.
472)
Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the
alarm may be triggered.
Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step above.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch
is pressed. (P. 210)
When the electronic key does not work properly
Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in the
customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features P. 575)
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P. 150)
Starting the hybrid system
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When trouble arises
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Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in the
exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional as soon as possible.
Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off.
Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at
a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery will discharge gradually even when
the vehicle is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of cer-
tain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery
may discharge, and the hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt bat-
tery recharges automatically while the hybrid system is operating.)
When recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery
For vehicles with an alarm: Make sure that the key is not inside the vehicle
when recharging or replacing the 12-volt battery. The key may be locked in the
vehicle if the alarm is activated. (P. 98)
In some cases, it may not be possible to unlock the doors using the smart entry
& start system when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.
The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery has
recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a mal-
function.
The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery
is reconnected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the 12-volt
battery was discharged. Before disconnecting the 12-volt battery, turn the
power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery
discharged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
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IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be
made by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qual-
ified and equipped professional. (P. 132)
If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases sig-
nificantly. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional immediately. (P. 135)
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 472)
Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. (P. 210)
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (P. 151)
Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock
is set. Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-pro-
tector lock. (P. 1 4 0 )
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped
professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
589What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open the trunk as usual. Take the key
out from the trunk. (P. 146)
Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake
pedal?
(P. 209)
Is the shift lever in P? (P. 2 1 1 )
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 149)
Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 212)
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system can be started in a temporary way. (P.
550)
Is the 12-volt battery discharged? (P. 551)
Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with
the power switch in ON mode. (P. 548)
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 212) The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the
brake pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
594Alphabetical index
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Card key ....................................130
Care ...................................426, 430
Aluminum wheels.................427
Exterior .................................426
Interior ..................................430
Seat belts...............................431
Cargo hooks ..............................417
Caution label ...............................83
CD player ..................................341
Chains ........................................312
Child restraint system ..................61
Baby seats, definition .............62
Baby seats, installation ...........71
Child seats, definition .............62
Child seats, installation...........71
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors.........................74
Installing CRS with seat belts 71
Installing CRS with top strap .75
Junior seats, definition ............62
Junior seats, installation .........73Child safety................................. 60
12-volt battery
precautions ................ 449, 554
Airbag precautions................. 45
Child restraint system ............ 61
How your child should
wear the seat belt ................. 40
Installing child restraints ....... 70
Moon roof precautions......... 190
Power window lock switch .. 184
Power window precautions.. 186
Rear door child-protectors ... 140
Removed electronic key
battery precautions ............ 474
Seat belt precautions .............. 42
Seat heater precautions ........ 409
Trunk precautions ............... 147
Child-protectors ....................... 140
Cleaning............................ 426, 430
Aluminum wheels ................ 427
Exterior ................................ 426
Interior ................................. 430
Seat belts .............................. 431
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596Alphabetical index
IS300h_EE(OM53B95E)
Doors .........................................136
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system................140
Door glasses .........................184
Door lock ..............................139
Open door warning buzzer ...137
Open door warning
light ....................................509
Outside rear view mirrors .....180
Rear door child-protector ....140
Drive information ......................117
Drive info 1/Drive info 2...........118
Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light ...........509
Driver’s seat position memory ..168
Driving ......................................192
Break-in tips .........................193
Correct driving posture ...........36
Driving mode select switch ..290
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ...309
Procedures ............................192
Winter drive tips ...................311
Dynamic radar cruise control ....249E-mail ....................................... 375
Eco drive mode......................... 290
Elapsed time ............................. 117
Electric motor (traction motor)... 79
Electric Power Steering (EPS) . 293
Function ............................... 293
Warning light ....................... 508
Electronic key ........................... 130
Battery-saving function ....... 150
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................ 549
Replacing the battery ........... 472
Emergency, in case of
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 551
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ................ 549
If the hybrid system will not
start .................................... 546
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................... 548
If the warning buzzer sounds507
If the warning light turns on 507
If the warning message is
displayed ........................... 514E
601Alphabetical index
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Jack
Positioning the jack ..............438
Vehicle-equipped jack ..........460
Jack handle ................................460
Jam protection function
Moon roof .............................188
Power window ......................185
Keyless entry
Smart entry & start
system.........................136, 143
Wireless remote control136, 143
Keys...........................................130
Battery-Saving Function.......150
Electronic key .......................130
If the electronic key does not
operate properly .................549
Key number plate .................130
Keyless entry ................136, 143
Mechanical key.....................131
Power switch ........................209
Replacing the battery ............472
Warning buzzer ....................137
Wireless remote control........130
Knee airbags ................................43Lane Departure Alert (LDA) .... 264
Language
(multi-information display).... 118
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) .... 264
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ........... 437
Hood lock release lever ....... 437
Shift lever ............................ 216
Turn signal lever .................. 222
Wiper lever .......................... 235
Lexus Display Audio system.... 316
Lexus Display Audio controller 318
Lexus parking assist-sensor ...... 271
License plate lights ................... 226
Light switch ......................... 226
Replacing light bulbs ........... 493
Light bulbs
Replacing ............................. 481
Wattage ................................ 572
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