Lexus RC300h 2017, Manual

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
RC300h_EE(OM24740E)
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Trunk light
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The trunk light turns on when the trunk is opened.
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If the trunk light is left on when the power switch is turned off, the light will go off auto-
matically after 20 minutes.
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Function to prevent the trunk being locked with the electronic key inside
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When both side doors are locked, closing the trunk lid with the electronic key left inside
the trunk will sound an alarm.
In this case, the trunk lid can be opened by pressing the trunk release button on the
trunk lid.
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If the spare electronic key is put in the trunk with both side doors locked, the key con-
finement prevention function is activated so the trunk can be opened. In order to pre-
vent theft, take all electronic keys with you when leaving the vehicle.
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If the electronic key is put in the trunk with both side doors locked, the key may not be
detected depending on the location of the key and the surrounding radio wave condi-
tions. In this case, the key confinement prevention function cannot be activated, causing
the doors to lock when the trunk is closed. Make sure to check where the key is before
closing the trunk.
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The key confinement prevention function cannot be activated if either door is unlocked.
In this case, open the trunk using the trunk opener.
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Using the mechanical key
The trunk can be also opened using the mechanical key. (
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P. 579)
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If the smart entry & start system or the wireless remote control does not operate prop-
erly
Use the mechanical key to unlock the trunk. (
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P. 579)
Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. (
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P. 511)
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When leaving a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
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P. 140
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Customization
The trunk unlocking operation can be changed. (Customizable features:
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P. 607)