key Lexus GS300 2006 Starting and Driving

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To allow proper operation of your vehicle’s
ventilation system, keep the inlet grilles in front of the
windshield clear of snow, leaves, or other
obstructions.
If you smell exhaust fumes in the vehicle, drive with
the windows open and the trunk lid closed. Have the
cause immediately located and corrected.OPERATING THE ENGINE SWITCH
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Electronic key 2
Engine switch
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Automatic transmission selector lever
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Brake pedal

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Engine switch
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By pushing the engine switch with an electronic key in
possession, you can select “ACC”, “IG−ON” or “OFF”
mode and start or stop the engine. (For details, see
“Selecting the mode” on page 344 and “Starting the engine” on
page 350 and “Stopping the engine” on page 351.)
When an electronic key is in the vehicle, it is automatically
detected and checked if it corresponds to the registered ID
code for the vehicle, thereby allowing engine operation and
mode selection.
Press the engine switch slowly and firmly. Quick operation
may not activate the desired mode.In the following conditions, the system malfunctions. Contact
your Lexus dealer.
If the engine switch is not illuminated when the clearance
lights are turned on.
If the engine switch indicator light flashes amber.
If the switch movement seems unusual.
If, in an emergency, you must turn the engine off while the
vehicle is moving, press the engine switch for more than 3
seconds. At this time, “ACC” mode is selected.
CAUTION
Do not press the engine switch during driving, except
in an emergency situation.
If you leave your vehicle in hot weather, the switch
surface may get hot. Take care not to get burned.

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NOTICE
Observe the following instructions, or the engine switch
may not work properly.
The switch should be operated with your clean finger.
Do not use an oily or dirty finger.
Be careful not to spill water or other liquid on the
switch.
Do not modify the engine switch without consulting
your Lexus dealer. Doing so may cause system
problem.
Selecting the mode
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“OFF” mode
“ACC” mode
“IG−ON” mode
To select “ACC”, “IG−ON” or “OFF” mode, press the
engine switch while carrying an electronic key with the
selector lever in the “P” position, and the brake pedal not
depressed.
Each time you press the engine switch, the mode changes in
order of “OFF”, “ACC”, “IG−ON” mode then back to “OFF”
mode.
To start the engine in each mode, push the engine switch while
the brake pedal is depressed. For details, see “Starting the
engine” on page 350.

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Starting the engine
Normal starting procedure
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When depressing the brake pedal while carrying an
electronic key, make sure the green engine switch
indicator light comes on. And then push the engine
switch to start the engine.
If you press the engine switch while the brake pedal is
depressed and the transmission is in “P” or “N”, the engine will
start even if initially in “OFF”, “ACC” or “IG−ON” mode.
If you start the engine in “OFF” mode, the engine immobilizer
is disabled, and the security indicator light goes off.
If you push the engine switch while the brake pedal is
depressed with the transmission not in “P” or “N”, “IG−ON”
mode will be selected with the engine not running.If the engine stalls ...
Simply restart it , using the correct procedure given in normal
starting.
If the engine will not start
See ”If your vehicle will not start” on page 462.
NOTICE
Do not race a cold engine.
If the engine becomes difficult to start or stalls
frequently, have the engine checked immediately.