Lexus 2012 RX450h, Owner'S Manual

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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Conditions affecting operation
The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the fol-
lowing situations, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle
may be affected, preventing the smart access system with push-button start, wire-
less remote control and immobilizer system from operating properly.
(Ways of coping:
→
P. 647)
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When the electronic key battery is depleted
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When the vehicle is stopped near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station,
radio station, large display, airport or a similar facility that generates strong
radio waves or electrical noise.
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When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire-
less communication devices
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When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metal-
lic objects
• Cards to which aluminum foil is attached
• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside
• Metallic wallets or bags
• Coins
• Hand warmers made of metal
• Media such as CDs and DVDs
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When multiple electronic keys are in the vicinity
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When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit
radio waves
• Another vehicle's electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
• Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
• Digital audio players
• Portable game systems
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If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
window