ECU LEXUS RX300H 2017 Service Manual

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The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the power switch has been turned to
ACCESSORY or ON mode to indi-
cate that the system has been canceled.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key registered to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
Immobilizer system
The vehicle’s keys have built-in transpon der chips that prevent the hybrid sys-
tem from starting if a key has not been previously registered in the vehicle’s
on-board computer.
Never leave the keys inside the vehicle when you leave the vehicle.
This system is designed to help prev ent vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security agai nst all vehicle thefts.

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Vehicles employing this system have
labels on the side windows.
Turn the power switch off, have all the passengers exit the vehicle and ensure that
both side doors are closed.
Using the entry function:
Touch the sensor area on the outside door handle twice within 5 seconds.
Using the wireless remote control:
Press twice within 5 seconds.
Using the entry function: Hold the outside door handle.
Using the wireless remote control: Press .
Double locking system
Unauthorized access to the vehicle is pr evented by disabling the door unlock-
ing function from both the interior and exterior of the vehicle.
Setting the double locking system
Canceling the double locking system
WARNING
■Double locking system precaution
Never activate the double locking system when there are people in the vehicle because both side doors cannot be opened from inside the vehicle.

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Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
●Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless
remote control.
●Start the hybrid system. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few
seconds.)
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the follow-
ing:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof (if equipped) are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
Deactivating or stopping the alarm

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●The intrusion sensor detects intruders or movement in the vehicle.
●The tilt sensor detects changes in vehicle inclination, such as when the vehicle
is towed away.
This system is designed to deter and pr event vehicle theft but does not guarantee
absolute security against all intrusions.
■Setting the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor will be set automatically when the alarm is
set. ( P. 102)
■Canceling the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
If you are leaving pets or other moving things inside the vehicle, make sure to
disable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor before setting the alarm, as they will
respond to movement inside the vehicle.
Turn the power switch off.
Press the intrusion sensor and tilt
sensor cancel switch.
Press the switch again to re-enable the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor.
Each time the intrusion sensor is canceled/set, a message will beshown on the multi-information dis-
play in the instrument cluster.
Intrusion sensor (if equipped) /Intrusion sensor and tilt sensor (if
equipped)
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■Tilt sensor detection considerations
The sensor may trigger the alarm in the following situations:
●The vehicle is transported by a ferry, trailer, train, etc.
●The vehicle is parked in a parking garage.
●The vehicle is inside a car wash that moves the vehicle.
●Any of the tires loses air pressure.
●The vehicle is jacked up.
●An earthquake occurs or the road caves in.
NOTICE
■To ensure the intrusion sensor function correctly
●Installing accessories other than genuine Lexus parts or leaving objects between the driver’s seat and front passenger’s seat may reduce the detection performance.
●To ensure that the sensors operate properly,do not touch or cover them.
●Do not spray air freshe ners or other products directly into the sensor holes.

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*2: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a
system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the “READY” indicator turns
on. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or turn off.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
*3: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
*4: This light illuminates on the center panel.
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator ( P. 229) Cruise control “SET” indica- tor ( P. 253, 257)
Tail light indicator ( P. 232) (if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure Alert) indicator ( P. 273)
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 232)
Lexus parking assist-sensor
indicator ( P. 279)
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator ( P. 235)
*2, 3 Slip indicator
( P. 305)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 239)
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 307)
Rear fog light indicator ( P. 239)
*1, 4
(if equipped)
Pre-crash safety system warning light ( P. 312)
Cruise control indicator ( P. 253, 257)
*5, 7
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 319)
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con- trol indicator ( P. 257)
*8Security indicator ( P. 95, 102)

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■Card key (if equipped)
●The card key is not waterproof.
●The mechanical key that is stored inside the card key should be used only if a problem arises, such as when the card key does not operate properly.
●If it is difficult to take out the mechanical key, push down the lock release button using apen tip etc. If it is still difficu lt to pull it out, use a coin etc.
■When required to leave the vehicle’s key with a parking attendant
Set the luggage security system ( P. 151) on and lock the glove box (P. 450) as cir- cumstances demand.
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the elec- tronic key only.
■If you lose your mechanical keys
New genuine mechanical keys can be made by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional using the other mechanical key andthe key number stamped on your key number plate. Keep the plate in a safe place such
as your wallet, not in the vehicle.
●To store the mechanical key in the card key, insert it while pressing the lock release button.
●If the battery cover is not installed and the bat-tery falls out or if the battery was removedbecause the key got wet, reinstall the battery
with the positive terminal facing the Lexus emblem.

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
◆Smart entry & start system
Carry the electronic key to enable this function.
Grip the door handle to unlock
the doors.
Make sure to touch the sensor on the back of the handle.
The doors cannot be unlocked for
3 seconds after the doors are locked.
Touch the lock sensor (indenta-
tion on the side of the door han-
dle) to lock the doors.
Check that the door is securely locked.
◆Wireless remote control
Locks both side doors
Check that the door is securely locked.
Press and hold to close the windows and moon roof.*
Unlocks both side doors
Press and hold to open the windowsand moon roof.*
*: These settings must be customized at
any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Doors
Unlocking and locking the doors from the outside
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