2021 Lexus LC500h alarm

1183-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Effective range (areas within which the
electronic key is detected)When locking or unlocking the doors
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7
m) of an outside door handle. (Only the
doors detecting the key can be oper-
ated.)
When opening the trunk
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is within about 2.3 ft. (0.7
m) of the trunk release button.
When starting the engine tem> or changing engine switch switch> modes
The system can be operated when the
electronic key is inside the vehicle.
■If an alarm sounds or a warning message
is displayed
An alarm sounds and warning messages
are displayed on the multi-information dis-
play to protect against unexpected acci-
dents or theft of the vehicle resulting from
erroneous operation. When a warning mes-
sage is displayed, take appropriate mea-
sures based on the displayed message.
When only an alarm sounds, circumstances
and correction procedures are as follows.
●When an exterior alarm sounds once for
5 seconds
●When an interior alarm sounds continu-
ously
■If “Key Detected in Vehicle” is shown on
the multi-information display
An attempt was made to lock the doors
using the smart access system with push-
button start while the electronic key was still
inside the vehicle. Retrieve the electronic
key from the vehicle and lock the doors
A
B
C
SituationCorrection proce-
dure
The trunk was
closed while the
electronic key was
still inside the trunk
and both side doors
were locked.
Retrieve the elec-
tronic key from the
trunk and close the
trunk lid.
An attempt was
made to lock the
vehicle while a door
was open.Close both side
doors and lock the
doors again.
SituationCorrection proce-dure
The engine switch
was
turned to ACCES-
SORY mode while
the driver’s door was
open (or the driver’s
door was opened
while the engine
switch switch> was in
ACCESSORY
mode).
Turn the engine
switch switch> off and close
the driver’s door.
The engine switch
was
turned off while the
driver’s door was
open.
Close the driver’s
door.

1203-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
■Note for the entry function
●Even when the electronic key is within the
effective range (detection areas), the sys-
tem may not operate properly in the fol-
lowing cases:
• The electronic key is too close to the win- dow 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 opened.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the
door pockets or glove box when the
engine is started or
engine 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
conditions, it may be detected by the
antenna outside the cabin and the doors
will become lockable from the outside,
possibly trapping the electronic key
inside the vehicle.
●As long as the electron ic key is within the
effective range, the doors may be locked
or unlocked by anyone. However, only
the doors detecting the electronic key
can be used to unlock the vehicle.
●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 or lock if a large
amount of water spla shes on the door
handle, such as in the rain or in a car
wash, when the electronic key is within
the effective range. (The doors will auto-
matically be locked after approximately
60 seconds if the d oors are not opened
and closed.)
●If the wireless remote control is used to
lock the doors when the electronic key is
near the vehicle, there is a possibility that
the door may not be unlocked by the
entry function. (Use the wireless remote
control to unlock the doors.)
●When the lock operation is performed using the lock sensor, recognition signals
will be shown up to two consecutive
times. After this, no recognition signals
will be given.
●If the door handle becomes wet while the
electronic key is within the effective
range, the door may lock and unlock
repeatedly. In this case, follow the follow-
ing correction procedures to wash the
vehicle:
• Place the electronic key in a location 6 ft.
(2 m) or more away from the vehicle.
(Take care to ensure that the key is not
stolen.)
• Set the electronic key to battery-saving mode to disable the smart access system
with push-button start. ( P.119)
●If the electronic key is inside the vehicle
and a door handle becomes wet during a
car wash, a message may be shown on
the multi-information display and a
buzzer will sound outside the vehicle. To
turn off the alarm, lock both side doors.
●If an outside door handle is not retracted
during a car wash, a door may be opened
or an outside door handle may be dam-
aged. Make sure that the outside door
handles are retracted before using the
car wash.
●A sudden handle operation or a handle
operation immediately after entering the
effective range may prevent the doors
from being unlocked. Touch the door
unlock sensor and check that the doors
are unlocked before pulling the door
handle again.
●Unlocking the vehicle may take more
time if another electronic key is within the
effective range.
■When the vehicle is not driven for
extended periods
●To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not
leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m)
of the vehicle.
●The smart access system with push-but-
ton start can be deactivated in advance.
●Setting the electronic key to battery-sav-
ing mode helps to reduce key battery
depletion. ( P.119)

1213-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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Before driving
■To operate the system properly
●Make sure to carry the electronic key
when operating the system. Do not get
the electronic key too close to the vehicle
when operating the system from the out-
side 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 function may not oper-
ate.)
●Do not leave the electronic key inside the
trunk.
The key confinement prevention function
may not operate, depending on the loca-
tion of the key (the inside edge of the
trunk), conditions (inside a metal bag,
close to metallic objects) and the radio
waves in the surrounding area. ( P.116)
■If an electronic key does not work prop-
erly
●If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked
and the trunk cannot be opened, perform
the following.
• Bring the electronic key close to the door handle and perform a lock or unlock
operation.
• Bring the electronic key close to the but- ton on the trunk ( P.115) and press the
button.
• Use the wireless remote control.
If the doors cannot be locked or unlocked
by perform the above, use the mechanical
key. ( P.367)
●If the engine cannot be
started, refer to P.368
■Customization
Settings (e. g. smart access system with
push-button start) can be changed.
(Customizable features:  P.405)
If the smart access sy stem with push-button
start has been deactivated in a customized
setting, refer to the explanations for the fol-
lowing operations.
●Locking and unlocking the doors and
opening the trunk:
Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (
P.110, 115, 367)
●Starting the engine and
changing engine switch
modes: P.368
●Stopping the engine :
 P.154, 158

3717-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
cables and a second vehicle with a 12-
volt battery, you can jump start your
vehicle using the following procedure.
1Confirm that the electronic key
(including the card key) is being
carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster)
cables, depending on the situation, the
alarm may activate and doors locked.
( P.73)
2 Open the hood ( P.302) and
open the fuse box cover.
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
LC500
LC500h
3 Open the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover.
LC500
LC500h
4 Remove the engine cover.

4118-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Wireless remote control (P.108)
■Driving position memory ( P.127)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.135)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOffO
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in one step, both side
doors unlocked in two steps
Both side doors
unlocked in one step
OO
Trunk unlocking operationPress and hold (short)
One short press
O
Push twice
Press and hold (long)
Off
Alarm (panic mode)OnOffO
Reservation lockOnOffOO
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Selecting the door linking driving
position memory with door unlock
operation
Driver’s doorBoth side doorsO
Driver’s seat slide movement when
exiting the vehicleFullOffOOPartial
Steering wheel movementTilt only
Telescopic only
OOTilt & telescopic
Off
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operationLinked to the
locking/unlock- ing of the doorsOff
OLinked to operation
of the engine switch
ABC
ABC
ABC

433What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.153, 157)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window at the passenger’s seat
cannot be operated if the window lock
switch is pressed. ( P.139)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is
not running operating>) for a period of time.
( P.155, 160)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.351)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.176)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.347, 356) 
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.72)
To stop the alarm, turn the engine
switch to IGNITION
ON mode , or start the
engine .
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.356)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.347, 356.
 Slow down the vehicle, drive with
extra caution, and take your vehicle
to the nearest Lexus dealer or
authorized tire dealer as soon as
possible to have the tire replaced.
( P.362)
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine system> is stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch switch> is turned off automati-
cally
A warning buzzer sounds during
drivingAn alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

435Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A
A/C ................................................................... 260Air conditioning filter ............................... 328
Automatic air conditioning system ...260
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 265
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 243 Function .......................................................... 243
Warning light ...............................................348
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 243
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 243
Active rear wing........................................... 240
Adaptive Variable Suspension System .......................................................................... 243
Airbags ............................................................... 28 Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 33
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................... 31
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 33
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
General airbag precautions ................... 33
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ........... 31
Side airbag precautions ............................ 33
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions........................................................ 31
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 33
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ......................................348
Air conditioning filter ................................. 328
Air conditioning system ............................ 260 Air conditioning filter ............................... 328
Automatic air conditioning system ...260
Micro dust and pollen filter................... 265
Alarm ....................................................................72 Alarm ...................................................................72
Warning buzzer ......................................... 347 Anchor brackets ..................................... 45, 53
Antennas (smart access
system with push-
button start) ................................................... 117
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 243 Function .......................................................... 243
Warning light .............................................. 348
Approach warning...................................... 220
Automatic headlight leveling system ....182
Automatic High Beam ............................... 184
Automatic light control system................. 181
Automatic transmission ..............................162 M mode ........................................................... 168
Paddle shift switches .......................167, 168
Snow mode.................................................... 166
Auxiliary net................................................... 273
Average fuel economy................................. 88
Average vehicle speed ................................ 88
B
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ................................336
Battery (12-volt battery) .. ............................ 311
Battery checking ........................................... 311
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ... 369
Preparing and checking before winter ......................................................................... 250
Replacing ....................................................... 374
Warning light ............................................... 347
Battery (traction batter y) ............................ 65
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM).........................231 Blind Spot Monitor function .................235
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ....... 237
Brake Brake hold .......................................................179
Fluid...................................................................392
Parking brake ................................................176
Regenerative braking ................................. 63
Warning light .................................... 347, 351
Warning message .....................................357
Brake assist .................................................... 243
Break-in tips.....................................................143
Brightness control

444Alphabetical index
Speedometer ................................................... 82
Sport mode .................................................... 224
Steering lockColumn lock release....................... 153, 157
Steering lock system warning message................................................................ 153, 157
Steering wheel ................................................133 Adjustment......................................................133
Heated steering wheel............................268
Power easy access system ..................... 127
Steering wheel position memory ........ 127
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 336
Storage feature ............................................ 273
Stuck If the vehicle becomes stuck................ 382
Sunshade......................................................... 278
Sun visors .........................................................277
Switches “SOS” button .................................................. 55
Active rear wing switch .......................... 240
Automatic High Beam system............. 184
Brake Hold switch ...................................... 179
BSM (Blind spot monitor) switch...... 232
Door lock switches .......................................112
Driving mode select switch .................. 224
Driving position memory switches ..... 127
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch .................................215
Emergency flashers switch ...................338
Engine switch.................................................152
EV drive mode switch ............................. 160
Garage door opener switches .......... 279
Heated steering wheel switch.............268
HUD (Head-up display) switch............ 93
Ignition switch..................................... 152, 156
Instrument panel light control switch.. 85
Intuitive parking assist switch............... 226
Light switches ................................................. 181
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) switch..209
Meter control switches .............................. 87
Outside rear view mi rror switches .....135 Paddle shift switches .. 167, 168, 173, 174
Parking brake switch..................................176
PCS OFF switch ........................................202
Power door lock switch ............................ 112
Power switch................................................. 156
Power window switches ......................... 138
Rear window and outside rear view mir-
ror defoggers switch ........................... 260
Seat heater switches................................ 268
Seat ventilator switches ......................... 268
Snow mode switch........................... 166, 173
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch ........................................................................... 133
Tire pressure warning reset switch.... 318
Trunk opener main switch........................ 117
Trunk opener switch ................................... 115
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch.... 215
VSC OFF switch ....................................... 244
Window lock switch.................................. 139
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........................................................................... 187
Windshield wiper de-icer switch....... 264
T
Tachometer....................................................... 82 Variable red zone.........................................84
Tail lights............................................................. 181 Light switch ...................................................... 181
Replacing light bulbs ................................336
Theft deterrent system Alarm................................................................... 72
Engine immobilizer system...................... 70
Theft prevention labels ............................... 73
Tire inflation pressure ................................ 325 Maintenance data ......................................393
Tire inflation pressure display function........................................................................... 315
Warning light ...............................................352
Tire information ............................................ 397 Glossary ........................................................ 400
Size ................................................................... 398
Tire identification number..................... 398