Toyota Lexus IS300 Manual page 37

KEYS AND DOORS
CAUTION
D Keep the back door closed while driving. This not
only keeps the luggage from being thrown out but
also prevents exhaust gases from entering the
vehicle.
D If the open back door hides the rear stop and tail
lights or rear turn signal lights while you are parked,
other road users must be warned of the presence of
your vehicle by a warning triangle or other device.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the back door dampers, do not
apply any force, paint or let any other foreign matter on
them.
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" Opening from inside
If the back door opener does not operate, you can open
the back door from the inside.
To open the back door from inside, do the following.
1. Remove the cover with a key.
2003 IS300 from Aug. '02 Prod. (OM53439U)