key Lexus GS300h 2013 Owner's Guide

1853-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
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The following functions can be set or canceled:
For instructions on customizing, refer to P. 942.
Impact detection door lock release system
In the event that the vehicle is subject to a strong impact, all the doors are
unlocked. Depending on the force of the impact or the type of accident, how-
ever, the system may not operate.
Using the mechanical key
The doors can also be locked and unlocked with the mechanical key. (P.
908)
If a wrong key is used
The key cylinder rotates freely to isolate inside mechanism.
Customization
Settings (e.g. unlocking function using a key) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 942)
Automatic door locking and unlocking systems
FunctionOperation
Shift position linked door
unlocking functionAll doors are automatically unlocked
when shifting the shift lever to P.
Driver’s door linked door
unlocking functionAll doors are automatically unlocked
when driver’s door is opened.

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Trunk
Press the opener switch.
If the vehicle is equipped with a
power trunk lid, the trunk lid auto-
matically opens fully.
Trunk release button
While carrying the electronic
key, press the button.
When all the doors are unlocked
with the power door lock sys-
tem, the trunk can be opened
without carrying the electronic
key.
Wireless remote control
P. 168
The trunk can be opened using the trunk opener, trunk release but-
ton or wireless remote control.
If the vehicle is equipped with a power trunk lid, the trunk can be
closed using the trunk closer.
Opening the trunk from inside the vehicle
Opening the trunk from outside the vehicle

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Trunk light
The trunk light turns on when the trunk is opened.
Trunk easy closer (vehicles with power trunk lid)
In the event that the trunk lid is left slightly open, the trunk easy closer will
automatically close it to the fully closed position.
Function to prevent the trunk being locked with the electronic key inside
When all doors are being locked, closing the trunk lid with the electronic
key left inside the trunk will sound an alarm.
In this case, the trunk lid can be opened pressing the trunk release button on
the trunk lid.
Even when the spare electronic key is put in the trunk with all the doors
locked, the key confinement prevention function can be activated so the
trunk can be opened. In order to prevent theft, take all electronic keys with
you when leaving the vehicle.
Even when the electronic key is put in the trunk with all the doors are
locked, the key may not be detected depending on the places and the sur-
rounding radio wave conditions. In this case, the key confinement preven-
tion function cannot be activated, causing the doors to lock when the trunk
is closed. Make sure to check where the key is before closing the trunk.
The key confinement prevention function cannot be activated if any one of
the doors is unlocked. In this case, open the trunk using the trunk opener.
Overload protection function (vehicles with power trunk lid)
The trunk lid will not operate when excessive load is present on the top of the
trunk lid.
Fall-down protection function (vehicles with power trunk lid)
While the trunk lid is opening automatically, applying excessive force to it
will stop the opening operation to prevent the trunk lid from rapidly falling
down.

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Jam protection function (vehicles with power trunk lid)
While the trunk lid is closing automatically, the trunk lid will stop closing
and open if something gets caught.
Using the mechanical key
The trunk can be also opened using the mechanical key. (P. 909)
When leaving a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
P. 1 4 0
Customization
The trunk unlocking operation can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 945)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Before driving
Make sure that the trunk lid is fully closed. If the trunk lid is not fully
closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving and hit near-by objects or
luggage in the trunk may be thrown out, causing an accident.
Do not allow children to play in the trunk.
If a child is accidentally locked in the trunk, they could suffer from heat
exhaustion, suffocation or other injuries.
Do not allow a child to open or close the trunk lid.
Doing so may cause the trunk lid to open unexpectedly, or cause the
child’s hands, head, or neck to be caught by the closing trunk lid.
Important points while driving
Never let anyone sit in the trunk. In the event of sudden braking or a colli-
sion, they are susceptible to death or serious injury.

2033-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operating the driving position memory after turning the power switch off
Driver’s seat:
Recorded seat positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the driver’s
door is opened and another 60 seconds after it is closed again.
Front passenger’s seat:
Recorded seat positions can be activated up to 180 seconds after the front
passenger’s door is opened.
In order to correctly use the driving position memory function
If a seat position is already in the furthest possible position and the seat is
operated in the same direction, the recorded position may be slightly differ-
ent when it is recalled.
Each electronic key (including a card key) can be registered to
recall your preferred driving position.
Registering procedure
Record your driving position to button “1”, “2” or “3” before
performing the following:
Carry only the key you want to register, and then close the
driver’s door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot
be recorded properly.
Check that the shift lever is in P.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
Recall the driving position that you want to record.
Memory recall function (driver’s side only)
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While pressing the recalled
button, press and hold the
door lock switch (either
lock or unlock) until the
buzzer sounds.
If the button could not be regis-
tered, the buzzer sounds contin-
uously for approximately 3
seconds.
Recall procedure
Carry the electronic key that has been registered to the driving
position, and then unlock and open the driver’s door using the
smart entry & start system or wireless remote control.
The driving position will move to the recorded position (not including
the steering wheel). However, the seat will move to a position slightly
behind the recorded position in order to make entering the vehicle eas-
ier.
If the driving position is in a position that has already been recorded,
the seat and outside rear view mirrors will not move.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode or ON mode, or
fasten a seat belt.
The seat and steering wheel will move to the recorded position.
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Cancelation procedure
Carry only the key you want to cancel and then close the driver’s
door.
If 2 or more keys are in the vehicle, the driving position cannot
be canceled properly.
Turn the power switch to ON mode.
While pressing the “SET” button, press and hold the door lock
switch (either lock or unlock) until the buzzer sounds twice.
If the button could not be canceled, the buzzer sounds continuously for
approximately 3 seconds.
Recalling the driving position using the memory recall function
Different driving positions can be registered for each electronic key. There-
fore, the driving position that is recalled may be different depending on the
key being carried.
If a door other than the driver’s door is unlocked with the smart entry &
start system, the driving position cannot be recalled. In this case, press the
driving position button which has been set.
Customization
The unlock door settings of the memory recall function can be customized.
(Customizable features: P. 942)
CAUTION
Seat adjustment caution
Take care during seat adjustment so that the seat does not strike the rear
passenger or squeeze your body against the steering wheel.
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2173-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Operation of each component
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Door lock linked window operation
The power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.*
(P. 908)
The power windows can be opened and closed using the wireless remote
control.
* (P. 168)
*: These settings must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
When the 12-volt battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock
switch after reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
Power windows open warning buzzer
The buzzer sounds and a message is shown on the multi-information display
in the instrument cluster when the power switch is turned off and the driver’s
door is opened with the power windows open.
Customization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features: P. 942)
CAUTION
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
Closing the windows
Check to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body
in a position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
Do not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in
some instances, even death.
Jam protection function
Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protec-
tion function.
The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just
before the window fully closes.

2193-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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The moon roof can be operated when
The power switch is in ON mode.
Operating the moon roof after turning the hybrid system off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds after the power
switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It cannot, however, be
operated once either front door is opened.
Jam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while the moon
roof is closing or tilting down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens
slightly.
Sunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade
will open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
Door lock linked moon roof operation
The moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.* (P.
908)
The moon roof can be opened and closed using the wireless remote con-
trol.
*
(P. 168)
*: These settings must be customized at any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.

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Driving
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Lock the door, making sure that you have the electronic key on
your person.
If parking on a hill, block the wheels as needed.
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