immobilizer Lexus ES300h 2014 User Guide

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When trouble arises
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start (hybrid vehicles)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (→P. 8 1 1 )
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( →P. 8 4 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
●The hybrid system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunction, an interim measure is available
to start the hybrid system. ( →P. 8 0 8 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( →P. 8 1 7 )
●The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
Reasons for the hybrid system not st arting vary depending on the situa-
tion. Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. ( →P. 2 0 8 )
The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.

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Emergency, in case ofIf a warning buzzer
sounds..................................................759
If a warning light turns on...............759
If a warning message is displayed ........................................769
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ................................813, 817
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........810
If the engine will not start............... 805
If the hybrid system will not start ............................................... 807
If the shift lever
cannot be shifted from P ........... 809
If you have a flat tire .......................... 792
If you think something is wrong............................................... 757
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..................................................... 828
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .......... 749
If your vehicle needs to be towed ........................................ 751
If your vehicle overheats ..... 821, 824
Emergency flashers ............................. 748
Energy monitor ........................................ 112 Engine
Accessory mode ............................... 202
Compartment ...................................... 681
Engine switch ........................... 201, 208
Hood........................................................ 677
How to start the engine....................201
How to start the hybrid system ..................................................208
Identification number .......................834
If the engine will not start .............. 805
Ignition switch (“POWER” switch)..................................................208
Ignition switch (“START STOP ENGINE” switch) ...........................201
Overheating.............................. 821, 824
“Power” switch. ...................................208
“START STOP ENGINE” switch .....................................................201
Engine compartment cover............. 683
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................839
Checking .............................................. 689
Preparing and checking before winter ....................................330
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........................................................ 95
Engine immobilizer system ................. 82
Engine oil Capacity ................................................. 837
Checking ...............................................684
Oil level warning message ............ 777
Oil pressure warning message........................... 770
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................330

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I/M test ..................................................... 672
IdentificationEngine..................................................... 834
Vehicle ................................................... 833
Ignition switch (“POWER”
switch) .................................................... 208
Ignition switch (“START STOP
ENGINE” switch) .............................. 201
Illuminated entry system ......................613
Immobilizer system.........................82, 84
Indicators .................................................... 93
Initialization Maintenance........................................ 666
Tire pressure warning system................................703
Initiators (tire pressure warning system)...................................710
Inside rear view mirror ........................ 168
Instrument panel light control ............ 96
Interior light................................................ 611
Intuitive parking assist Function .................................................. 275
Warning message ................... 771, 778 Jack
Positioning a floor jack....................678
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 793
Jack handle ................................................. 793
Jam protection function
Moon roof ............................................... 179
Power trunk opener and closer ............................................149
Power windows.................................... 175
Keyless entry Smart access system
with push-button start.................... 125
Wireless remote control..................139
Keys Battery-saving function ......................131
Electronic key ........................................ 122
Engine switch ........................... 201, 208
If the electronic key does not operate properly......... 810
Key number plate ................................ 122
Keyless entry ............................... 125, 139
Mechanical key..................................... 122
“Power” switch ....................................208
Replacing the battery ........................ 719
“START STOP ENGINE” switch .....................................................201
Warning buzzer ................................... 129
Wireless remote control key .........139
Knee airbags ............................................. 38
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.

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Rear sunshade switch ....................... 631
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers
switch
*................................................378
Seat heater switches........................ 628
Seat ventilator switches ................. 628
“SOS” button....................................... 649
“START STOP ENGINE” switch..................................................... 201
Talk switch
*...............................451, 582
Telephone switches
*............451, 582
Tilt and telescopic
steering control switch ................. 166
Tire pressure warning reset
switch....................................................704
Trunk closer switch ............................ 148
Trunk opener switch ..........................147
Trunk opener main switch.............. 148
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance button .................................................. 255
VSC OFF switch .............................. 304
Window lock switch ...........................174
Windshield wipers and washer switch .........................239 Tachometer ............................................... 95
Tail lights
Light switch........................................... 228
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 745
Welcome light illumination
control.................................................... 125
Talk switch
*.................................. 451, 582
Telephone switches
*................ 451, 582
Theft deterrent system
Alarm .......................................................... 86
Engine immobilizer system ............. 82
Immobilizer system.............................. 84
Tire inflation pressure
Maintenance data.............................. 844
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................. 103
Warning light ....................................... 763
Warning message............................. 783
Tire information .................................... 850
Glossary................................................. 857
Size ...........................................................853
Tire identification number .............852
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................................. 855
Tire pressure warning system
Function .................................................. 703
Initializing ............................................... 703
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters................ 703
Registering ID codes ....................... 705
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 704
Warning light ....................................... 763
Warning message................. 783, 784
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