Locking/Unlocking The Doors - Lexus GS300 1998 Owner's Manual

In the following cases, the battery in the key may be
discharged. If this is a case, replace it using a special
screwdriver.
D The remote control does not work.
D The operational range of wireless remote control becomes
extremely short.
D The indicator light on the key is dimmed or does not come
on.
For the replacement of the battery, see "Replacing the
battery" on page 25. You can also have the battery of the key
replaced by your Lexus dealer.
If you lose the wireless key, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible to avoid the possibility of theft, or an accident.
You can use up to 4 wireless remote control keys for the same
vehicle. Contact your Lexus dealer for detailed information.
The wireless remote control key is an electronic
component. Observe the following instructions in order
not to cause damage on the key.
D Do not leave the wireless remote control key on the places
where the temperature becomes high such as on the
dashboard.
D Do not disassemble it.
D Avoid knocking it hard against other objects or dropping
it.
D Avoid putting it in water.

Locking/Unlocking the doors

When you push the "LOCK" button on the key briefly, all
the doors can be locked from outside the vehicle.
At this time, you can hear one beep.* However, when you
push the "LOCK" button with any door not closed securely,
the buzzer sounds for 10 seconds.** To stop the buzzer, close
all the doors securely or push the "UNLOCK" button. If the
key is in the ignition switch, locking cannot be done.
Make sure all the doors are locked when you leave the
vehicle. Push the "LOCK" button once again. If they were
already locked, the turn signal lights will flash.***
NOTE: *The volume of beep sound can be changed.
**The buzzer can be set not to sound with any door not
closed securely. ***The turn signal lights can be set not
to flash. Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
NOTICE
Do not push the "LOCK" button any longer than 2 to 3
seconds. Pushing the button longer activates an alarm.
For details, see page 22.
When you push the "UNLOCK" button, the driver's door
is unlocked. Pushing that button once again within 3
seconds from the first push, all other doors are also
unlocked.*
NOTE: *Unlocking by a 2–time operation can be
KEYS AND DOORS
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