Theft Deterrent System; Engine Immobilizer System - Lexus RX350 Manual

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1-4. Theft deterrent system

1-4.Theft deterrent system

Engine immobilizer system

The vehicle's keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the
engine from starting if a key has not
been previously registered in the
vehicle's on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security
against all vehicle thefts.
Operating the system
■ Certification for the engine immobilizer system
Except for vehicles sold in Canada

The indicator light flashes after the
engine switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the engine switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode to indicate that the system has
been canceled.
■ System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type
engine immobilizer system.
■ Conditions that may cause the system to
malfunction
● If the grip portion of the key is in contact
with a metallic object
If the key is in close proximity to or touch-
●
ing a key registered to the security sys-
tem (key with a built-in transponder chip)
of another vehicle