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1-1. Key informationKeys .............................................. 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Smart access system with push-button start ................... 32
Wireless remote control ......... 44
Doors ............................................ 47
Trunk .............................................. 51
1-3. Adjustable components (seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats ................................... 55
Driving position memory ......... 61
Seat position memory.............. 65
Head restraints .......................... 67
Seat belts ..................................... 70
Steering wheel........................... 76
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror ......................................... 78
Outside rear view mirrors ...... 79 1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and retractable
hardtop
Power windows .......................... 82
Retractable hardtop ................ 86
1-5. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 95
1-6. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system.... 98
Alarm.......................................... 100
Theft prevention labels ......... 103
1-7. Safety information Correct driving posture ....... 104
SRS airbags .............................. 106
Front passenger occupant classification system.............. 117
Child restraint systems ......... 122
Installing child restraints....... 126
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■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have
been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
■Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the fol-
lowing situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle
may be affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start from
operating properly:
(Ways of coping: →P. 5 2 8 )
●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 electrical noise
●When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire-
less communication devices
●When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metal-
lic 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 multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
●When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
●When carrying or using 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 computer or personal digital assistant (PDA)
• Digital audio player
• Portable game system
●If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
window
●Immediately after the retractable hardtop is opened or closed
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■To operate the system properly
●Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Actions such
as locking and unlocking the doors cannot be performed from outside the vehi-
cle if the electronic key is inside the vehicle, even when the retractable hardtop
is open.
●Do not get the electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the sys-
tem 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.)
■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the
system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the
ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the
rear bumper center when the trunk is unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in
the glove box when the engine is started or “ENGINE START STOP” switch
modes are changed.
●Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the door
pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave reception con-
ditions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the door will
become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic key inside
the vehicle.
●As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
locked or unlocked by anyone.
●Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the
engine if the electronic key is near the window.
●The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle,
such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 60 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
●Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
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Wireless remote control
■Operation signals
Doors: A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that thedoors have been locked/unlocked. (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
Trunk: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the trunk has been unlocked.
Windows: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows are operating.
■Door lock buzzer
If a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds if an attempt to lock the door is made.
Fully close the door to stop the bu zzer, and lock the vehicle once more.
■Alarm
Using the wireless remote control to lock the doors will set the alarm system.
The wireless remote control can be used to lock and unlock the vehicle and
the trunk from outside the vehicle.
Locks both side doors
Unlocks both side doors
Pressing the button unlocks the
driver’s door. Pressing the but-
ton again within 3 seconds
unlocks the other door.
Opens the windows (push
and hold)
*
Unlocks the trunk
(push and hold)
Sounds alarm
(push and hold) (→P. 4 5 )
*: This setting must be customized
at your Lexus dealer.
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■Side window open/close function linked to door operation
When a door is opened, its window opens slightly. When a door is closed, its win-
dow closes completely.
■Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, both side doors are
unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, however,
the system may not operate.
■Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (→P. 5 2 8 )
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 8 6 )
CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in
death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
●Always lock both side doors.
●Ensure that both side doors are properly closed.
●Do not pull the inside handle of the doors while driving.
The doors may be opened and the passengers may be thrown out of the vehicle,
resulting in death or serious injury.
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Power windows
The power windows can be opened and closed using the following
switches.
Using the individual window switchesClosing
One-touch closing (front
windows)
*
Opening
One-touch opening
*
*: To stop the window partway,operate the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
Using the all window control switch
Closing
Opening
One-touch opening
*
*: To stop the window partway,operate the switch in the oppo-
site direction.
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Lock switchPress the switch down to lock the
passenger window switches.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
■The power windows can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Door lock linked window operation
The power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control. ( →P. 4 4 )
■Front side window open/close function linked to rear side window operation
When a rear side window is opened, the adjacent front side window will also open
slightly. The front side window cannot be closed completely while the rear side win-
dow is open.
■Operating the power windows after turning the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
OFF
The power windows can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is switched to ACCESSORY mode or turned
OFF. They cannot, however, be operated once either side door is opened.
■Jam protection function (front windows)
If an object becomes caught between the window and the body, window travel is
stopped and the window is opened slightly.
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■When the power window does not close normally
If the jam protection function is operating abnormally and a window cannot be
closed, perform the following operations using the power window switch on the rel-
evant door.
●After stopping the vehicle, the window can be closed by holding the power win-
dow switch in the one-touch closing position while the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
●If the window still cannot be closed even by carrying out the operation
explained above, initialize the function by performing the following procedure.Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 6 seconds after the window has
closed.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch opening position. Con-
tinue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the window has
opened completely.
Hold the power window switch in the one-touch closing position once
again. Continue holding the switch for a further 2 seconds after the win-
dow has closed.
If you release the switch while the window is moving, start again from the beginning.
If the window continues to close but then re-open slightly even after performing the
above procedure correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
■Window operation during retractable hardtop operation
When the retractable hardtop is partially open (during opening or closing opera-
tion), the power window switches are disabled.
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings of the linked wireless remote control operation can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 5 8 6 )
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