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■If the smart access system with push-button start does not operate properly
●Locking and unlocking the doors and trunk: Use the mechanical key. 
(  P.  5 2 6 )
●Starting the engine:  P.  5 2 7
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted  
 P.  4 4 0
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. smart access system with  push-button start) can be changed. 
(Customizable features  P.  5 6 9 )
■Certification for the smart access system with push-button start
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) 
this device must accept any interference  received, including interference that may 
cause undesired operation.
FCC WARNING: 
Changes or modifications not expressly  approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 
Operation is subject to the following two  conditions: (1) this device may not cause 
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device.
FCC ID: NI4TMLF-1 
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CAUTION
■Caution regarding interference with electronic devices
●People with implanted pacemakers or cardiac defibrillators should keep away 
from the smart access system with push-button start antennas. (P.  2 4 )  T h e  
radio waves may affect the operation of such devices. If necessary, the smart 
access system with push-button start can  be disabled. Ask your Lexus dealer for 
details, such as the frequency of radio waves and timing of emitting the radio 
waves. Then, consult your doctor to see if you should disable the smart access 
system with push-button start.
●Users of any electrical medical device other than implanted pacemakers and 
implanted cardiac defibrillators should consult the manufacturer of the device for 
information about its operation under the  influence of radio waves. Radio waves 
could have unexpected effects on the operation of such medical devices.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details for disabl ing the smart access system with push-but-
ton start. 
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Wireless remote control
■2-step unlocking function
When you push the button, the driver’s door is unlocked. Pushing the button 
again within 3 seconds unlocks the other doors.
■Operation signals
●Doors: A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the 
doors have been locked/unlocked.  (Locked: Once; Unlocked: Twice)
●Trunk: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the trunk has been unlocked. 
●Windows and moon roof: A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and 
moon roof are opening.
The wireless remote control can be used  to lock and unlock the vehicle and 
the trunk from outside the vehicle. 
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
Opens the windows and 
moon roof (push and hold)
Unlocks the trunk  
(push and hold)
Sounds alarm 
(push and hold) ( P.  76 ) 
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■Door lock buzzer
P.  2 6
■Security feature
P.  3 0
■If the wireless remote control does not operate properly
● Locking and unlocking the doors an d trunk: Use the mechanical key. 
(  P.  5 2 6 )
●Starting the engine. ( P.  5 2 7 )
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P.  2 8
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
P.  4 4 0
■Conditions affecting operation
P.  2 6
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. 2-step unlocking function,  trunk unlocking function) can be changed. 
(Customizable features  P.  5 6 9 ) 
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■Certification for wireless remote controlFor vehicles sold in the U.S.A
NOTE:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) 
this device must accept any interference  received, including interference that may 
cause undesired operation.
NOTICE: 
This equipment has been tested and found  to comply with the limits for a Class B 
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of th e FCC Rules. These limits are designed to 
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-
tion. This equipment generate s, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if 
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-
ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference 
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the 
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by 
one or more of the following measures:
●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
●Connect the equipment into an outlet on  a circuit different from that to which 
the receiver is connected.
●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING: 
Changes or modifications not expressly  approved by the party responsible for 
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
Operation is subject to the following two  conditions: (1) this device may not cause 
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation of the device. 
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Doors
The vehicle can be locked and unlocked  using the smart access system with 
push-button start, wireless remote control or door lock switch.
■ Smart access system with push-button start
 P.  2 3
■ Wireless remote control
 P.  3 4
■ Door lock switch
Locks all doors
Unlocks all doors
■ Inside lock button
Locks the door
Unlocks the door
The front doors can be opened 
by pulling the inside handles 
even if the lock buttons are in 
the lock position. 
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Locking the driver’s door from the outside without a keyMove the lock button to the lock position.
Close the door.
The door cannot be locked if the “E NGINE START STOP” switch is in the 
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left 
inside the vehicle.
The key may not be detected correctly and the door may be locked.
Rear door child-protector lock
The door cannot be opened from 
inside the vehicle when the locks 
are set.
These locks can be set to prevent 
children from opening the rear 
doors. Push down rear door 
switches to lock the rear doors. 
STEP1
STEP2 
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Automatic door locking and unlocking systemsThe following functions can be set or canceled:
■ Setting and canceling the functions
To switch between setting and canceling, follow the procedure below:
Close all the doors and switch the “ENGINE START STOP” 
switch to IGNITION ON mode. (Perform step 2 within 10 sec-
onds.) Shift the shift lever to “P” or “N”, 
press and hold the driver’s door 
lock switch (
 or ) for approxi-
mately 5 seconds then release.
The shift lever and switch positions 
corresponding to the desired func-
tion to be set or canceled are 
shown as follows.
FunctionOperation
Shift position linked door 
locking functionShifting the shift lever out of “P” locks all doors.
Shift position linked door 
unlocking functionShifting the shift lever to “P” unlocks all doors.
Speed linked door locking 
functionAll doors are locked when the vehicle speed is 
approximately 12 mph (20 km/h) or higher.
Driver’s door linked door 
unlocking functionAll doors are unlocked when the driver’s door is 
opened within 10 seconds after turning the 
“ENGINE START STOP” switch OFF.
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When the setting or canceling operation is complete, all doors are locked 
and then unlocked.
FunctionShift lever positionSwitch position
Shift position linked door locking 
function
“P”Shift position linked door unlock-
ing function
Speed linked door locking function
“N”Driver’s door linked door unlocking 
function
■Closing the front doors from outside with the inside lock button set in the locked 
position
The door cannot be locked if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or the electronic key is left in the vehicle. (How-
ever, depending on the key’s location, the sy stem may not be able to detect it. In 
these instances the door lock protection  function will not operate properly.)
■Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. ( P.  5 2 6 )
■Customization that can be configured at Lexus dealer
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.  
(Customizable features  P.  5 7 1 ) 
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CAUTION
■To prevent an accident
Observe the following precautions while driving the vehicle.
Failing to do so may result in a door opening and an occupant falling out, resulting in 
death or serious injury.
●Always use a seat belt.
●Always lock all doors.
●Ensure that all doors are properly closed.
●Do not pull the inside handle of the front door while driving. 
The doors will open even if it is locked.
●Set the rear door child protector locks when children are seated in the rear seat.