ECU LEXUS RX330 2006 User Guide

KEYS AND DOORS
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THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to
sound an alarm if any of the doors or hood is forcibly
unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected and then
reconnected while the vehicle is locked.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights, tail lights and turn signal lights.
Further more when the interior light switch is in the “DOOR”
position, the interior light turns on.
 Security indicator light
Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position and
remove it.
The engine immobilizer system causes the indicator light to
flash.
2. Close and lock all the doors and hood using an ignition
key or wireless remote control.
The flashing indicator light will remain on when all the doors
and hood are closed and locked.
3. After 30 seconds, the indicator starts flashing and the
system is set.

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(h) Malfunction Indicator Lamp
This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and goes off after the engine starts. This
means that the warning light system is operating properly.
If the lamp remains on, or the lamp comes on while driving,
first check the followings.
 Empty fuel tank
If the fuel tank is empty, refuel immediately.
 Loose fuel tank cap
If the fuel tank cap is loose, securely tighten it.
These cases are temporary malfunctions. The malfunction
indicator lamp will go off after taking several driving trips.
If the lamp does not go off even after several trips, contact your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible. If the fuel tank is not empty or the fuel tank cap is not
loose...

There is a problem somewhere in the engine, emission
control system, electronic throttle control system, automatic
transmission electrical system or warning light system itself.
Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible to service the
vehicle.
If engine speed does not increase when the accelerator pedal
is depressed, there may be a problem somewhere in the
electronic throttle control system.
At this time, vibration may occur. However, if you depress the
accelerator pedal more firmly and slowly, you can drive your
vehicle at low speeds. Have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Even if the abnormality of the electronic throttle control system
is corrected during low speed driving, the system may not be
recovered until the engine is stopped and the ignition key is
turned to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position.
CAUTION
Be especially careful to prevent erroneous pedal
operation.

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REAR CONSOLE BOX
Sliding the rear console box
To slide the rear console box:
1. Open the cupholder lid in the front part of the rear
console box.
2. Slide the rear console box forward or backward while
gripping the lock release lever in the cupholder.
3. Release the lock release lever after sliding the rear
console box to the desired position. Then make sure it is
securely locked in position.
CAUTION
Do not slide the rear console box while the vehicle is
moving. Doing so may cause the driver to mishandle
the vehicle and an accident may occur resulting in
death or serious injuries.
 Be careful not to get hands or feet pinched between
the rear console box and the center cluster or rear
seat.
 Be careful not to hit any passengers with the rear
console box while sliding it.
 After sliding the rear console box, make sure it is
securely locked in position.

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GARAGE DOOR OPENER
The garage door opener ( Universal
Transceiver) is manufactured under license from
HomeLink
 and can be programmed to operate garage
doors, gates, entry doors, door locks, home lighting
systems, and security systems, etc.
(a) Programming the HomeLink
1Buttons2Indicator light
The HomeLink
 in your vehicle has 3 buttons and you can
store one program for each button.
To ensure correct programming into the HomeLink
, install a
new battery in the hand −held transmitter prior to programming. The battery side of the hand
−held transmitter must be pointed
away from the HomeLink
 during the programming process.
For Canadian users, follow the procedure in “Programming an
entrance gate/programming all devices in the Canadian
market”.
1. Decide which of 3 HomeLink
 buttons you want to program.
1HomeLink2Handheld garage transmitter
325 to 75 mm (1 to 3 in.)
2. Place your hand −held garage transmitter 25 to 75 mm (1 to
3 in.) away from the surface of the HomeLink
.
Keep the indicator light on the HomeLink
 in view while
programming.

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−held
gate/device transmitter button every two seconds until step 5
is complete.
5. When the indicator light on the HomeLink
 changes from a
slow to a rapid flash after 20 seconds, you can release both
buttons.
6. Test the operation of the HomeLink
 by pressing the newly
programmed button. Check to see if the gate/device operates
correctly.
7. Repeat steps 1 through 6 for each remaining HomeLink

button to program another device.
Programming other devices
To program other devices such as home security systems,
home door locks or lighting, contact your authorized Lexus
dealer for assistance.
Reprogramming a button
Individual HomeLink buttons cannot be erased, however, to
reprogram a single button, follow the procedure “Programming
the HomeLink
”.
(b) Operating the HomeLink
To operate the HomeLink, press the appropriate HomeLink
button to activate the programmed device. The HomeLink
indicator light should come on. The HomeLink continues to
send the signal for up to 20 seconds as long as the button is
pressed.
(c) Erasing the entire HomeLink memory (all
three programs)
To erase all previously programmed codes at one time, press
and hold down the 2 outside buttons for 20 seconds until the
indicator light flashes.
If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase the programs stored
in the HomeLink
 memory.

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CUPHOLDERS
Front
Instrument panel
To use the cupholder, push in the cupholder portion
located on the instrument panel.
The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink −cans
securely.
 Front part of the rear console box
To use the cupholder, push the cupholder lid.
The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink −cans
securely.
The cupholder can be adjusted to the size of the cups by
altering the arm position.
The cupholder light comes on when the tail lights are turned on.

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CAUTION
Do not place anything else other than cups or
drinkcans in the cupholder, as such items may be
thrown about in the compartment and possibly injure
people in the vehicle during sudden braking or in an
accident.
 To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident
or sudden stop while driving, keep the cupholder
closed when not in use.
Rear
 Rear seat armrest
To use the cupholder, pull down the rear seat armrest and
push the button on the armrest.
The cupholder is designed for holding cups or drink −cans
securely.

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TIEDOWN HOOKS
To secure your luggage, use the tiedown hooks as shown
above.
See “Stowage precautions” on page 490 for precautions when
loading luggage.
NOTICE
Do not use the anchor brackets on the back of the rear
seatback instead of the tiedown hooks.

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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the driverside instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.

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2. To remove the fuel tank cap, turn the cap
counterclockwise by 90 degrees (to the pressure point
1), and then turn it a additional 30 degrees (to point 2).
Pause slightly before removing it.
It is not unusual to hear a slight swoosh when the cap is
opened.
3. The removed cap can be stored on the back side of the
fuel filler door.
Position the cap so that the hooks point to the left and right, and
set it in the receptacle on the back side of the door.
When installing the cap, turn the cap clockwise until you
hear a click. When you hear the click, the cap is fully
closed.
If the cap is not tightened securely, the malfunction indicator
lamp comes on. Make sure the cap is tightened securely.
The indicator lamp goes off after driving several times. If the
indicator lamp does not go off, contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.