key battery Lexus GS350 2008 Do-it-yourself maintenance / LEXUS 2008 GS460/350 (OM30A87U) User Guide
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Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is discharged.
■You will need the following items:
●Flathead screwdriver
● Small Phillips-head sc rewdriver
● Lithium battery (CR1632)
■ Replacing the battery
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+”
terminal facing up.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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Maintenance and care
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■If the electronic key battery is discharged
The following symptoms may occur.
●The smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.
●The operational range is reduced.
■Use a CR1632 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, jewelers, or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by your Lexus
dealer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to the local laws.
CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
Keep away from children.
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child they can cause choking.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing the battery
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents.
●Always work with dry hands.
Moisture may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other comp onents inside the electronic key.
●Do not bend the battery terminals.
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When trouble arises5
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5-1. Essential information..... 478If your vehicle needs
to be towed ............................ 478
If you think something is wrong ..................................... 484
Fuel pump shut off
system .................................... 485
Event data recorder .............. 486 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency ................... 488
If a warning light turns on or a
warning buzzer sounds... .. 488
If a warning message is
displayed................................. 497
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
with standard tires) .............. 512
If you have a flat tire (Vehicles
with run-flat tires)................ 522
If the engine will not start .... 523
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P”.................... 524
If you lose your keys .............. 525
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 526
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged ............................ 529
If your vehicle overheats ..... 533
If the vehicle becomes
stuck........................................ 536
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InteriorbuzzerExterior buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Once
(Flashing)
The electronic key
battery is low.Replace the
battery.
( P. 4 4 0 )
An open door has
been closed and
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch has been
turned twice to
the ACCES-
SORY mode from
OFF.
Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch while
applying the
brakes.
(Flashing)
The steering lock
has not released
within 3 seconds
of pressing the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch.
The “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch indicator
will flash green for
15 seconds.Press the
“ENGINE
START
STOP”
switch again
while turn-
ing the
steering
wheel with
the brake
pedal
depressed.
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If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (P. 121), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start even if you are carrying the correct elec-
tronic key
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Add fuel to the vehicle.
● The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine once more following correct starting
procedures. ( P. 121)
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( P. 7 3 )
■ The starter motor turns over slow ly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 2 9 )
● The 12 volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■ The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound
One of the following may be the cause of the problem.
● One or both of the 12 volt battery terminals may be disconnected.
● The 12 volt battery may be discharged. ( P. 5 2 9 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
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If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors, unlocking the trunk and key linked
functions
Doors Using the mechanical key in order
to perform the following opera-
tions:
Locks all doors
Closes the windows/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/moon roof
(turn and hold)
If communication between the electron ic key and vehicle is interrupted
(
P. 26) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors and trunk can be
opened or the engine can be started by following the procedure below.
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To change the “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes: Within 10
seconds of the buzzer sounding , release the brake pedal and
press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch. Modes can be
changed each time the switch is pressed. (
P. 122)
To start the engine: Press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
within 10 seconds after the buzz er sounds, keeping the brake
pedal depressed.
If the “ENGINE START STOP” switch still cannot be operated, contact
your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to “P” and press th e “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is the temporary measure, it is recommended that the
electronic key battery be replaced i mmediately when the battery depletes.
( P. 440)
STEP3
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If the 12 volt battery is discharged
The following procedures may be used to start the engine if the 12 volt bat-
tery is discharged.
You can call your Lexus dealer or qualified repair shop.
If you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle
with a 12 volt battery, you can jump start your Lexus following the steps
below.
Open the door using the mechani cal key, then open the hood.
GS350: Remove the engine compartment covers.
Connecting the jumper cables.
GS460
STEP1
STEP2
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Alphabetical index
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BrakeFluid ............................................................ 416
Parking brake ..........................................131
Brake assist ............................................... 184
Care Exterior ...................................................388
Interior....................................................... 391
Seat belts ............................................... 392
Cargo capacity ....................................... 194
Cargo hooks .......................................... 360
CD player/changer .............................242
Chains....................................................... 200
Child-protectors ..................................... 38
Child restraint system Definition................................................... 98
Installation................................................ 102
Installing CRS with lower
anchors .................................................106
Installing CRS with seatbelts .........103
Installing CRS with top straps ....... 107
Child safety Airbag precautions ............................. 87
Battery precautions ................ 419, 532
Child restraint system ........................ 98
Child-protectors................................... 38
How your child should wear
the seatbelt ........................................... 56
Installing child restraints ................... 102
Moon roof precautions ..................... 69
Power window lock switch ..............64
Power window precautions.............64
Removed electronic key battery
precautions ......................................... 441
Seat belt comfort guide..................... 54
Seat belt precautions...........................57 Seat heater precautions................ 355
Trunk precautions................................. 44
Cigarette lighter....................................352
Cleaning Exterior................................................... 388
Interior ...................................................... 391
Seat belts ................................................392
Clock ......................................................... 349
Coin holder .............................................345
Compass ..................................................369
Condenser ............................................... 415
Console box ........................................... 342
Cooling system Engine overheating.......................... 533
Cruise control Cruise control....................................... 150
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 153
Cup holders ............................................345
Curtain shield airbags........................... 80
Customizable features .......................569
Daytime running light system ........... 143
Defogger Rear window ........................................ 225
Side mirror............................................. 225
Dimension................................................540
Dinghy towing ........................................205
Display Multi-information display ................ 139
Touch screen ...................................... 208
Trip information ................................... 140
Warning message ............................. 497
Do-it-yourself maintenance ............ 400
Door courtesy lights ............................ 337
Door pocket............................................ 346
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DoorsDoor lock................................. 22, 34, 37
Rear door child protector ................ 38
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .....490
Driver’s seat position memory ........... 47
Driving Correct posture .................................... 78
Procedures ...............................................112
DVD player/changer........................... 251
Electric power steering ....................... 184
Electronic key If the electronic key does
not operate properly .................... 526
Replacing battery .............................. 440
Emergency, in case of If a warning light turns on ............. 488
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 497
If the electronic key does
not operate properly .................... 526
If the engine will not
start........................................................ 523
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from “P”................................ 524
If the 12 volt battery is
discharged ....................................... 529
If you have a flat tire ............... 512, 522
If you lose your keys......................... 525
If you think something is
wrong ................................................... 484
If your vehicle becomes stuck.....536
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 478
If your vehicle overheats ................ 533 Engine
ACCESSORY mode........................122
Compartment ..................................... 406
Engine (ignition) switch...................... 121
Hood ....................................................... 403
How to start the engine ..................... 121
If the engine will not start ............... 523
Overheating ........................................ 533
Engine compartment cover .............408
Engine coolant temperature
gauge .......................................................132
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 546
Checking................................................. 414
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 199
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 544
Checking............................................... 409
Preparing and checking
before winter...................................... 199
Engine oil maintenance data .............412
Engine (ignition) switch......................... 121
Event data recorder ............................ 486
First-aid kit storage belt ..................... 360
Floor mats ................................................ 359
Fluid Brake ......................................................... 416
Washer................................................... 420
Fog lights Switch ........................................................ 145
Wattage ................................................. 552
Foot light .................................................. 337
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