electronic key LEXUS RX350 2011 Owners Manual

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Keys
nElectronic key
Smart access system with push-button start
(→P. 8 , 1 0 )
*: If equipped
nMechanical key
lLocks and unlocks the doors
lLocks and unlocks the glove box
The mechanical key is stored inside the electronic
key. To extract the key, release the latch and pull,
or if equipped with a card key, press the button
and pull.
nWireless remote control
Press: locks all doors
Press once: unlocks the driver's door
Press twice: unlocks all doors
Press and hold: Opens and closes the back
door
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Press and hold: sounds the alarm

(Use the alarm to attract attention to the vehicle in
order to help deter break-ins. To stop the alarm,
press any button on the wireless remote control.)
*: If equipped
Card key*
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Smart Access System with Push-button Start
nEntering the vehicle
To unlock the vehicle, simply grasp either of the
front door handles.
nExiting the vehicle
To lock the vehicle, touch the lock sensor on
either of the front door handles.
nLocking and unlocking the back door
Locks
Unlocks
The smart access system with push-button start allows you to enter and exit the vehicle
or start the engine by simply carrying the electronic key in your pocket or bag.
For details on starting the engine, see page 10.
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For details on what to do when the electronic key does not operate properly, see page 69.

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Engine (Ignition) Switch
nStarting the engine
Make sure the parking brake is set and the shift
lever is in P.
Depress the brake pedal.
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch indi-
cator light turns green.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
nStopping the engine
Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
To change the “ENGINE START STOP” switch mode without turning on the engine, press
the “ENGINE START STOP” switch without depressing the brake pedal. The mode can be
changed in the following order:
With the electronic key on your person, the engine can be started by simply pressing the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch, while depressing the brake pedal.
(The mechanical key cannot be used to start the engine.)
If the shift lever is in a position other than P when turning off the engine, the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch will be turned to ACCESSORY mode, not to OFF. To avoid unex-
pected battery discharge, make sure the lever is in the P poistion when stopping the engine.
ACCE SSORY modeIGNITION ON mode
(Indicator light: amber)
Off
(Indicator light: off)

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If the electronic key does not operate
properly
nUnlocking and locking the doors
To unlock or lock the vehicle, use the mechanical
key. (driver's door only) The mechanical key is
stored inside the electronic key.
Locks
Unlocks
nStarting the engine
Depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the electronic
key to the “ENGINE START STOP” switch.
Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds of the buzzer, keeping the
brake pedal depressed.
*: If equipped
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Card key*
If the electronic key battery becomes depleted, replace it with a new battery. For instruc-
tions on replacing the battery, refer to the Owner's Manual. If you need further assistance,
contact your Lexus dealer.

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Electronic Key Alarm
The electronic key alarm uses an alarm and warning messages to indicate that the electronic
key has been used improperly. Take appropriate measure in response to any warning mes-
sages that are displayed. In some cases, an alarm may sound without an accompanying
warning message. If so, follow the correction procedure in the table below.
AlarmSituationCorrection procedure
Exterior alarm sounds
once for 10 seconds.
An attempt was made to
lock the vehicle while a
door was open.
Close all of the doors and
lock the doors again.
Interior alarm pings
continuously.
The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was turned
to ACCESSORY mode
while the driver's door was
open (or the driver's door
was opened while the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch was in ACCES-
SORY mode).
Close the driver's door.
The “ENGINE START
STOP” switch was turned
off while the driver's door
was open.
Close the driver's door.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................... 444
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .................... 447
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements .... 450
General maintenance ................ 452
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 456
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................................. 457
Hood.................................................. 460
Positioning a floor jack................ 461
Engine compartment.................. 463
Tires ................................................... 478
Tire inflation pressure ................. 487
Wheels............................................... 491
Air conditioning filter.................. 493
Electronic key battery ................ 496
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................................... 498
Headlight aim
(discharge headlights) ........... 509
Light bulbs .......................................... 511
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 524
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ....................................... 525
If you think something
is wrong .......................................... 531
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 532
Event data recorder.................... 533
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ....................................... 535
If a warning message is
displayed....................................... 545
If you have a flat tire..................... 564
If the engine will not start .......... 577
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .............................. 579
If you lose your keys ................... 580
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ................ 581
If the battery is discharged ...... 584
If your vehicle overheats ........... 587
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................... 590
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency .................................... 591
4Maintenance and care5When trouble arises

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1-1. Key information
Keys
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys

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1-1. Key information
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Before driving
Using the mechanical key
To take out the mechanical key:
Electronic keys: Slide the release
lever and take the key out.
Card key: Press the lock release
button and take the key out.
If the key cannot be inserted in a
lock cylinder, turn it over and re-
attempt to insert it. Mechanical
keys with grooves on one side can
be inserted in one direction only.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
(→P. 5 8 1 )
nCard key
lThe mechanical key that is stored inside the card key should be used only if a
problem arises, such as when the key does not operate properly.
lIf it is difficult to take out the mechanical key, press down the lock release button
using a pen tip etc. If it is still difficult to pull it out, use a coin etc.
lTo store the mechanical key in the card
key, insert it while pressing the lock
release button.

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1-1. Key information
lThe card key is not waterproof.
nWhen required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Lock the glove box as circumstances demand. (→P. 400)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
nKey number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place such as your wallet, not in the vehicle. In the event that
a mechanical key is lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key
number plate. (→P. 5 8 0 )
nWhen riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc, ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves
that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
lIf the battery cover is not installed and
the battery falls out or if the battery was
removed because the key got wet, rein-
stall the battery with the positive termi-
nal facing the Lexus emblem.

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Before driving
NOTICE
nTo prevent key damage
Observe the following:
lDo not drop the keys, subject them to strong shocks or bend them.
lDo not expose the keys to high temperatures for a long period of time.
lDo not get the keys wet or wash them in an ultrasonic washer etc.
lDo not attach metallic or magnetic materials to the keys or place the keys close to
such materials.
lDo not disassemble the keys.
lDo not attach a sticker or anything else to the surface of the electronic key.
lDo not place the keys near objects that produce magnetic fields, such as TVs,
audio systems, glass top ranges, or medical electrical equipment, such as low-fre-
quency therapy equipment.
nCarrying the electronic key on your person
Carry the electronic key 3.9 in. (10 cm) or more away from electric appliances that
are turned on.
nIn case of a smart access system with push-button start malfunction or other key-
related problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic keys provided with your vehicle, including
the card key, to your Lexus dealer.
nWhen a vehicle key is lost
If the key remains lost, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly. Visit your
Lexus dealer immediately with all remaining electronic keys and the card key that
was provided with your vehicle.