2023 LEXUS RX Owners Manual

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Use the mechanical key in order to perform the following operations:
1Insert a plastic card, etc. into the gap in
the door handle to pry up the cover.
To avoid damage, do not apply exces-
sive force to the cover.
2Remove the cover by pressing it on the
rear.
3Use the mechanical key in order to
perform the following operations:
1Unlocks all the doors
Turning the key rearward unlo cks the driver’s door. Turning the key again unlocks the
other doors.
2Locks all the doors
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors

What to do if...
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1Ensure that the shift position is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
2Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the power switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer will sound and the power switch
mode will change to ON.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in
customization setting, the power
switch will turn to ACC.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and check th at is shown on the multi-information
display.
4Press the power switch shortly and firmly.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
Starting the hybrid system
If the electronic key battery becomes deplet ed, a warning message will be shown on the
multi-information display. Replac e the battery with a new one. For instructions on replacing
the battery, refer to the “OWNER’S MANUAL”.
If you need further assistance , contact your Lexus dealer.

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Make sure that the correct operating procedur es have been followed.
Make sure that the brake pedal is firmly
depressed when attempting to start the
hybrid system. ( P.19)
If the hybrid system doesn’t start
Brake pedal
If the hybrid system still does not start, see the “OWNER’S MANUAL” for more informa-
tion or contact your Lexus dealer.

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If a door cannot be opened using the door opener switch, it can be opened using a manual
release handle.
■Opening a door using the manual releas e handle from outside the vehicle
Pull the manual release handle to open
the door.
Normally, the manual release handles can-
not be used to open the doors.
To open a door, enable manual release han-
dle operation.
■Opening a door using the manual release handle from inside the vehicle
Pull the manual release handle twice to
open the door.
Pulling the handle once will enable opera-
tion. Pulling the handle again will open the
door.
If a door cannot be opened using the door opener
switch
Opening a door using the manual release handle
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■Enabling outside manual release handle operation using the mechanical key
Operation of a manual release handle can be enabled by unlocking a door with the
mechanical key.
1Insert a plastic card, etc. into the gap in
the door handle to pry up the cover.
To avoid damage, do not apply exces-
sive force to the cover.
2Remove the cover by pressing it on the
rear.
3Using the mechanical key, turn the lock
cylinder to the unlock side to enable
the manual release handle operation.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key
only has a groove on one side.
If the key cannot be inserted in a lock
cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt to
insert it.

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Your Lexus dealer
Your Lexus dealer will provide quality maintenance and any other assistance
you may require.
If there is not a Lexus dealer near you, please call the following number:
■ U.S. OWNERS
● In the U.S. mainland or Canada:
Lexus Roadside Assistance
1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-Free)
● In Hawaii:
Servco Automotive Roadside Assistance/Customer Services
1-800-25-LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987 (Toll-Free)
■ CANADIAN OWNERS
● In Canada or the U.S. mainland:
Lexus Roadside Assistance/Customer Service
1-800-26-LEXUS or 1-800-265-3987 (Toll-Free)
Please access our websites for further information.
● The U.S. mainland: www.lexus.com
● Hawaii: www.servcolexus.com
● Canada: www.lexus.ca
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