Electronic Key Battery Depletion - Lexus GS350 Owner's Manual

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

Electronic key battery depletion

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The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.
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If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine stops.
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(P. 733)
As the electronic key always receives radio waves, the battery will become
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depleted even if the electronic key is not used. The following symptoms indicate
that the electronic key battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when neces-
sary. (P. 659)
• The smart access system with push-button start or the wireless remote control
does not operate.
• The detection area becomes smaller.
• The LED indicator on the key surface does not turn on.
To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1 m) of
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the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field:
• TVs
• Personal computers
• Cellular phones, cordless phones and battery chargers
• Recharging cellular phones or cordless phones
• Table lamps
• Induction cookers
When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
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P. 659
Customization
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Settings (e. g. smart access system with push-button start) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 793)
If the smart access system with push-button start has been deactivated in a cus-
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tomized setting
Locking and unlocking the doors and opening the trunk:
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Use the wireless remote control or mechanical key. (P. 116, 754)
Starting the engine and changing engine switch modes: P. 755
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Stopping the engine: P. 174
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