lock Lexus ES350 2008 Owners Manual

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Remove the cover on the driver’s
door handle using the mechanical
key in order to perform the follow-
ing operations. Locks all doors
Closes the windows/standard
moon roof (turn and hold)
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver's door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Opens the windows/standard
moon roof (turn and hold)
Return the cover to the original
position after use.
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(→ P. 26) or the electronic key cann ot be used because the battery is
depleted, smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote
control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or the
engine can be started by following the procedure below.

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Vehicle identification■ Vehicle identification
The vehicle identification number (V IN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used
in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left
of the instrument panel.
This number is also on the Certifica-
tion Label.
■ Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.

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Electrical system
Automatic Transaxle
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contactyour Lexus dealer.
Battery
Open voltage at
68 °F (20 °C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 
12.4 V Half charged
11.8 
12.0 V Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after
the engine and all the lights are turned
off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity*6.76 qt. (6.4 L, 5.63 lmp.qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause
deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transaxle accompanied by vibration,
and ultimately damage the automatic transaxle of your vehicle.

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Wireless
remote con-
trol
(
→P. 3 4 )
Wireless remote controlONOFF
Unlocking operation
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in one step
Automatic door lock
function to be activated if
door is not opened after
being unlocked
ONOFF
Time elapsed before auto-
matic door lock function is
activated if door is not
opened after being
unlocked
60 seconds
30 seconds
120 seconds
Operation signal
(Emergency flashers)ONOFF
Operation signal (Buzzer
volume)Level 8Level 1 to 8
Door lock buzzerONOFF
Trunk unlocking functionONOFF
Trunk unlocking operationPush and holdPush twice
One push
Panic functionONOFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Door lock
(
→P. 3 7 )
Unlocking using a key
Driver's door
unlocked in
one step, all
doors
unlocked in
two steps
All doors
unlocked in one
step
Speed-detecting auto-
matic door lock functionOFFON
Opening driver's door
unlocks all doorsOFFON
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doorsONOFF
Shifting gears to position
other than P locks all
doors.
ONOFF
Power win-
dows
(
→P. 6 0 )
Linked mechanical key
operationON
(Open and
close)OFF
Open only
Close only
Wireless remote control
linked operationON
(Open only)OFF
Linked entry functionONOFF
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized setting

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Multi-information display (→P. 1 2 8 )
Illumination
(
→P. 2 4 7 )
Time elapsed before lights
turn off15 seconds7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation when the
doors are unlockedONOFF
Operation after the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch turned OFF
ONOFF
Front foot well lightingONOFF
Outer foot lightONOFF
Seat belt
reminder
(
→P. 364)
Vehicle speed linked seat
belt reminder buzzerONOFF
CountryAvailable languages
CanadaEnglish and French
ItemFunctionDefault settingCustomized
setting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
A /CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-Lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent data recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
G AW RGross Axle Weight Ratings
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
HIHigh
I/MEmission inspection and maintenance
INTIntermittent
LEDLight Emitting Diode
LOLow
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
MTBEMethyl Tertiary Butyl Ether
OBDOn Board Diagnostics
PCSPre-Collision System
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TINTire Identification Number
TPMSTire Pressure Warning System
TRACTraction Control

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................. 182
ABS.............................................................. 157
Adaptive front lighting system ......... 133
AFS .............................................................. 133
Air conditioning filter ......................... 330
Air conditioning systemAir conditioning filter .......................330
Automatic air conditioning system ....................................................182
Airbags
Airbag operating conditions........... 79
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 83
Airbag warning light ........................ 363
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 83
Front passenger occupant classification system.........................88
General airbag precautions ........... 83
Locations of airbags............................. 77
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 87
Proper driving posture ............. 75, 83
Side airbag operating conditions..............................................80
Side airbag precautions .................... 83
SRS airbags .............................................. 77
Alarm ............................................................ 72
Antenna ..................................................... 196
Anti-lock brake system ....................... 157
Armrest ..................................................... 265
Ashtray ......................................................260
Audio input ............................................... 216 Audio system
Antenna.................................................... 196
Audio input............................................. 216
AUX adapter ........................................ 216
CD player/changer ........................... 199
MP3/WMA disc............................... 205
Optimal use ........................................... 213
Portable music player ....................... 216
Radio ......................................................... 192
Steering wheel audio switch...........217
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................................... 182
Automatic headlight leveling system ......................................................134
Automatic light control system.........132
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission ..................... 117
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P................................... 396
S mode .......................................................118
AUX adapter ...........................................216
Auxiliary box .......................................... 256
Back-up lights Wattage ................................................... 417
Battery
Checking................................................. 312
If the vehicle has discharged battery .................................................400
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 167
Bluetooth
®................................................219
Brake Fluid.......................................................... 309
Parking brake.......................................... 121
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Brake assist .............................................. 157
Break-in tips ............................................. 107
CareExterior ................................................... 282
Interior..................................................... 285
Seat belts ............................................... 286
Cargo capacity ....................................... 163
Cargo hooks ...........................................270
CD changer ............................................. 199
CD player.................................................. 199
Chains......................................................... 169
Child restraint system Booster seats, definition.................... 93
Booster seats, installation ..................97
Convertible seats, definition ........... 93
Convertible seats, installation .........97
Front passenger occupant
classification system ........................ 88
Infant seats, definition ......................... 93
Infant seats, installation........................97
Installing CRS with lower
anchorages ........................................ 100
Installing CRS with seatbelts ...........97
Installing CRS with top straps ........ 101
Child safety
Airbag precautions ............................. 83
Battery precautions................ 314, 402
Child restraint system ........................ 93
Child-protectors................................... 38
How your child should wear the seatbelt ........................................... 53
Installing child restraints .................... 96
Moon roof precautions ..................... 66 Power window lock switch ..............60
Power window precautions ............ 62
Removed electronic key battery
precautions........................................333
Seat belt comfort guide .......................51
Seat belt extender precautions......55
Seat belt precautions .......................... 54
Seat heater precautions.................. 263
Trunk precautions................................. 42
Child-protectors ......................................38
Cigarette lighter..................................... 261
Cleaning
Exterior....................................................282
Interior .................................................... 285
Seat belts ............................................... 286
Clock ......................................................... 259
Compass .................................................. 277
Condenser ..............................................309
Console box ............................................ 251
Cooling system
Engine overheating.......................... 403
Cornering assist sensors ......................151
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 139
Dynamic radar cruise control........142
Cup holders ............................................ 254
Curtain shield airbags.............................77
Customizable features .......................433
Daytime running light system ........... 133
Defogger Rear window ......................................... 189
Side mirror.............................................. 189
Dimension............................................... 408
Dinghy towing ......................................... 180
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DisplayDynamic radar crui se control ....... 142
Trip information .................................... 129
Warning message............................. 373
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............. 294
Door courtesy lights Door courtesy lights..........................247
Wattage.................................................... 417
Doors Door glasses ........................................... 60
Door lock................................. 22, 34, 37
Side mirrors ............................................. 58
Driver's seat belt reminder light ..... 364
Driving Break-in tips ...........................................107
Correct posture .................................... 75
Procedures ............................................ 106
Winter driving tips............................... 167
Driving position memory ...................... 44
Electronic key If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................398
Emergency, in case of
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................398
If the engine will not start ............... 394
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P ...................................396
If the vehicle has discharged
battery ................................................. 400
If the warning buzzer sounds ...... 362
If the warning light turns on .......... 362 If the warning message is
displayed .............................................373
If you have a flat tire ........................ 384
If you lose your keys .........................397
If you think something is wrong .................................................. 358
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 405
If your vehicle needs to be towed ................................................... 352
If your vehicle overheats................ 403
Engine Compartment ....................................... 301
Engine switch .......................................... 114
Hood ....................................................... 298
How to start the engine ..................... 114
Identification number ...................... 409
If the engine will not start ............... 394
Ignition switch ......................................... 114
Overheating ........................................ 403
Engine compartment cover ............. 302
Engine coolant Capacity .................................................. 412
Checking............................................... 307
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 167
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ....................................................... 122
Engine immobilizer system ................. 70
Engine oil Capacity .................................................... 411
Checking............................................... 303
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 167
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 306
Event data recorder ............................ 360
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