key LEXUS RX450h 2015 Repair Manual

7605-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Sounds
once 
(Flashes) •When the doors
were unlocked
with the
mechanical key
and then the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed, the
electronic key
could not be
detected in the
vehicle.
• The electronic
key could not be
detected in the
vehicle even
after the
“POWER”
switch was
pressed two
consecutive
times. Touch the elec-
tronic key to the
“POWER” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
Sounds
once 
(Flashes) An attempt was
made to start the
hybrid system
with the shift lever
in an incorrect
position. Shift the shift lever
to P and start the
hybrid system.Interior
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7615-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Sounds
once 
(Flashes) An attempt was
made to turn the
“POWER” switch
off when the shift
lever was not in P. To turn off the
hybrid system,
first shift the shift
lever to P and
then turn the
“POWER” switch
off.
  Po w e r w a s t u r n e d
off due to the
automatic power
off function. Next time when
starting the hybrid
system, increase
the hybrid system
speed slightly and
maintain that level
for approximately
5 minutes to
recharge the 12-
volt battery.
Sounds
once  The electronic key
has a low battery. Replace the elec-
tronic key battery.
(  P. 6 8 7 )Interior
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7625-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Sounds
once 
(Flashes) The driver's door
was opened and
closed with the
“POWER” switch
turned off and
then the
“POWER” switch
was put in
ACCESSORY
mode twice with-
out the hybrid sys-
tem being started. Press the
“POWER” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal.
During an hybrid
system starting
procedure in the
event that the
electronic key was
not functioning
properly
(  P. 7 8 2 ) , t h e
“POWER” switch
was touched with
the electronic key. Press the
“POWER” switch
within 10 seconds
of the buzzer
sounding.
Sounds
once 
(Flashes) The steering lock
could not be
released within 3
seconds of the
“POWER” switch
being pressed. Press the
“POWER” switch
while depressing
the brake pedal
and moving the
steering wheel left
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7775-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
■ The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (  P. 1 7 7 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (  P. 7 8 2 )
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (  P. 1 2 4 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunc tioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circ uit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc tion, an interim measure is avail-
able to start the hybrid system. (  P. 7 7 8 )
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (  P. 7 8 4 )
● The 12-volt battery terminal co nnections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights 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 discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (  P. 7 8 4 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

7805-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If you lose your keys New genuine Lexus keys can be made by your Lexus dealer using the other
keys and the key number stamped on your key number plate.

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7815-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the electronic key do es not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the side doors and key linked functions
Use the mechanical key (  P. 5 2 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and 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 and moon
roof (turn and hold)If communication between the electron ic key and vehicle is interrupted
(  P. 62) 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 can be opened and
the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.

7825-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Starting the hybrid system
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of
the electronic key to the
“POWER” switch. If any of the doors is opened or
closed while the key is being
touched to the switch, an alarm will
sound to indicate that the start
function cannot detect the elec-
tronic key.
Press the “POWER” switch within 10 seconds of the buzzer
sounding, keeping the brake pedal depressed.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact your
Lexus dealer. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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7835-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “POWER” switch as you normally do when
stopping the hybrid system.■
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(  P. 6 8 7 )■
Changing “POWER” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“POWER” switch.
The hybrid system does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (  P. 1 7 8 )

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7855-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.■
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio sy stem while the hybrid system is off.●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical compon ents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.■
When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged ●
The power back door must be initialized.
(  P. 8 3 7 )●
The hybrid system may not start. (
 P. 6 6 8 )
●
Make sure that the key is not inside th e vehicle when recharging or replacing
the 12-volt battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated.
(  P. 1 2 8 ) Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the
“POWER” switch off.
Maintain the engine sp eed of the second ve hicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER” switch
to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicat or comes on. If the indicator
does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Once the hybrid system has st arted, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 7
STEP 8

8276-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications Door lock ( 
P. 7 2 , 7 8 1 )Function Default
setting Custom-
ized
setting
Unlocking using a
key Driver's
door
unlocked
in one step,
all doors
unlocked
in two
steps All doors
unlocked
in one step — —
O — —
O
Speed-detecting
automatic door lock
function Off On O —
O —
O O
Shifting gears to
position other than
P locks all doors On Off O —
O —
O O
Shifting gears to P
unlocks all doors On Off O —
O —
O O
Opening driver's
door unlocks all
doors Off On O —
O —
O O