key battery LEXUS LS460L 2016 User Guide

1793-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Operation of each component
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■If the wireless remote control does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and trunk: Use the mechanical key. ( P. 631)
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 166
■When the electronic key battery is fully depleted
 P. 575
■Customization
Settings (e.g. wireless remote control system) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
■Certification for wireless remote control
For vehicles sold in Aruba, Curacao, Dominican Republic and Republic of Panama
For vehicles sold in Taiwan

2614-2. Driving procedures
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Driving
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■Auto power off function
If the vehicle is left in ACCESSORY mode for more than 20 minutes with the shift
lever in P, the engine switch will automatically turn off.
■Electronic key battery depletion
 P. 166
■Conditions affecting operation
 P. 163
■Notes for the entry function
 P. 164
■If the engine does not start
The engine immobilizer system may not have been deactivated. ( P. 104)
Contact your Lexus dealer.
■Steering lock
After turning the engine switch off and opening and closing the doors, the steering
wheel will be locked due to the steering lock function. Operating the engine switch
again automatically cancels the steering lock.
■When the steering lock cannot be released
■Steering lock motor overheating prevention
To prevent the steering lock motor from overheating, the motor may be suspended if
the engine is turned on and off repeatedly in a short period of time. In this case,
refrain from operating the engine. After about 10 seconds, the steering lock motor
will resume functioning.
The green indicator light on the engine switch
will flash and a message will be shown on the
multi-information display. Press the engine
switch again while turning the steering wheel
left and right.

2624-2. Driving procedures
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■When the engine switch indicator flashes in amber
The system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
 P. 575
■If the smart entry & start system has been deactivated in a customized setting
 P. 631
CAUTION
■When starting the engine
Always start the engine while sitting in the driver’s seat. Do not depress the accel-
erator pedal while starting the engine under any circumstances.
Doing so may cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■Caution while driving
If engine failure occurs while the vehicle is moving, do not lock or open the doors
until the vehicle reaches a safe and complete stop. Activation of the steering lock in
this circumstance may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■Stopping the engine in an emergency
If you want to stop the engine in an emergency while driving the vehicle, press and
hold the engine switch for more than 2 seconds, or press it briefly 3 times or more
in succession. ( P. 595)
However, do not touch the engine switch while driving except in an emergency.
Turning the engine off while driving will no t cause loss of steering or braking con-
trol, however, power assist to the steering w ill be lost. This will make it more difficult
to steer smoothly, so you should pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to
do so.

4505-4. Using the interior lights
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
■Illuminated entry system
The lights automatically turn on/off accordi ng to engine switch mode, the presence
of the electronic key, whether the doors are locked/unlocked, and whether the doors
are opened/closed.
■To prevent the battery from being discharged
If the following lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go
off automatically after 20 minutes:
●Interior lights
●Door courtesy lights
●Personal lights
●Inside door handle lights
●Seat belt buckle lights
●Footwell lights
●Engine switch light
■Customization
Settings (e.g. The time elapsed before lights turn off) can be changed.
(Customizable features P. 667)
NOTICE
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the lights on longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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6Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior ................. 510
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior................... 514
6-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ..............................517
Scheduled maintenance .........520
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................533
Hood ............................................... 536
Positioning a floor jack ............ 537
Engine compartment ............... 539
Tires .................................................556
Tire inflation pressure ..............568
Wheels ........................................... 570
Air conditioning filter ............... 572
Electronic key battery.............. 575
Checking and replacing
fuses.............................................. 579
Light bulbs.....................................584

5756-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
●Small Phillips-head screwdriver (type A only)
●Flathead screwdriver (type B only)
●Small flathead screwdriver
●Lithium battery CR1632
Type A
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery
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5766-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Remove the battery cover bolts
and remove the battery cover.
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” termi-
nal facing up.
Type B
Take out the mechanical key.
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
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5776-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” termi-
nal facing up.
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*:Taiwan only
■Use a CR1632 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus dealer, local electrical appliance shops
or camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to local laws.
■When the card key battery needs to be replaced (if equipped)
The battery for the card key is available only at Lexus dealers. Your Lexus dealer can
replace the battery for you.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart entry & start system and wireless remote control will not function prop-
erly.
●The operational range will be reduced.
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CAUTION
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by a child, they can cause choking. Keep
away from children. Failure to do so could result in death or serious injury.
■Lithium battery precautions
CAUTION
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT
TYPE.
DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

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7When trouble arises
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................. 594
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an
emergency.................................595
7-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If your vehicle needs to
be towed..................................... 596
If you think something is
wrong...........................................603
Fuel pump shut off system ......604
If a warning light turns on
or a warning
buzzer sounds ..........................605
If a warning message is
displayed ......................................614
If you have a flat tire ................... 618
If the engine will not start ........ 627
If the parking brake
cannot be released................. 629
If the electronic key does
not operate properly .............. 631
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ................................. 636
If your vehicle overheats ...........641
If the vehicle becomes
stuck ............................................. 645

6277-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
LS460/LS460L_GE (OM50G06E)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
( P. 259)
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
( P. 104)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. ( P. 636)
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electrical
problem such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. How-
ever, an interim measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 627)
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed ( P. 259), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even though the starter motor operates
normally.
The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
The starter motor does not turn over