Lexus RX300 2001, Owner'S Manual

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THEFT DETERRENT
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2001 MY RX300_U (OM48431U)
THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to
give an alarm if any of the doors or hood is forcibly
unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected and then
reconnected while the vehicle is locked.
The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the
headlights, tail lights and other exterior lights.
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Setting the system
1. Turn the ignition key to the “LOCK” position and
remove it.
The indicator light flashes by means of the engine immobiliser
system.
2. Close and lock all the doors and hood using an ignition
key or wireless remote control.
If you lock them with wireless remote control, the turn signals
flash once.*
NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your
Lexus dealer for details.
The flashing indicator light will change to stay on when all the
doors and hood are closed and locked.
3. After 30 seconds, the indicator starts flashing and the
system is set.
Cancelling the system
When you unlock any door using an ignition key or
wireless remote control, the system is cancelled.
If you unlock any door with wireless remote control, the turn
signals flash twice.*
NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your
Lexus dealer for details.
Activating the system
The alarm sounds for 60 seconds if any of the following are
operated:
Unlocking any door without using an ignition key or wireless
remote control.
Opening the hood forcibly.
Reconnecting the battery.