If The Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly - Lexus RX 450h Owner's Manual

If the electronic key does not
operate properly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (P.186) or the electronic
key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart entry
& start system and wireless remote
control cannot be used. In such
cases, the doors can be opened and
the hybrid system can be started by
following the procedure below.
When the electronic key does not work
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properly
Make sure that the smart entry & start
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system has not been disabled using the
Remote Touch or at your Lexus dealer. If
it has been disabled, re-enable it.
Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is
●
set, cancel the function. (P.185)
NOTICE
In case of a smart entry & start system
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malfunction or other key-related
problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic
keys provided with your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer.
Locking and unlocking the doors
Unlocking the door
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Use the mechanical key (P.163) in
order to perform the following opera-
tions:
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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1 Insert the mechanical key while
pulling on the driver's door handle.
2 Unlock the door.
Some models: Turning the key rearward
unlocks the driver's door. Turning the key
again unlocks the other doors.
3 Remove the key, return the handle,
and then pull the handle again.
Locking the door
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1 With the door open, push down the
inside lock button.
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