When The Vehicle Is Not Driven For Extended Periods; Alarm; To Operate The System Properly; If The Smart Access System With Push-Button Start Does Not Operate Properly - Lexus GS450h Owner's Manual

When the vehicle is not driven for extended periods

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To prevent theft of the vehicle, do not leave the electronic key within 6 ft. (2 m) of
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the vehicle.
The smart access system with push-button start can be deactivated in advance.
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(P. 599)

Alarm

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Using the smart access system with push-button start to lock the doors will set the
alarm system. (P. 83)

To operate the system properly

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Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the
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electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside
of the vehicle.
Depending on the position and holding condition of the electronic key, the key
may not be detected correctly and the system may not operate properly. (The
alarm may go off accidentally, or the door lock prevention function may not oper-
ate.)
Do not leave the electronic key inside the luggage compartment.
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The key confinement prevention function may not operate, depending on the loca-
tion of the key (close to a spare tire, the inside edge of the luggage compartment),
conditions (inside a metal bag, close to metallic objects) and the radio waves in the
surrounding area. (P. 145)

If the smart access system with push-button start does not operate properly

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Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk: Use the mechanical key.
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(P. 559)
Starting the hybrid system: P. 560
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