Lexus IS250 2006 Owner's Manual page 29

Note for the entry function
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Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the
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system may not operate properly in the following cases.
• The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the
ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
• The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the
rear bumper center when the trunk is unlocked.
• The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in
the glove box when the engine is started or engine switch modes are
changed.
As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be
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locked or unlocked by anyone.
Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the
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engine if the electronic key is near the window.
The doors may unlock if a large amount of water splashes on the door handle,
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such as in the rain or in a car wash. (The doors will automatically be locked after
approximately 30 seconds if the doors are not opened and closed.)
Gripping the door handle when wearing a glove may not unlock the door.
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If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key
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is near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the
entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock the doors.
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
the vehicle.
Security feature
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If a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds after the vehicle is
unlocked, the anti-theft system automatically locks the vehicle again.
1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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