Lexus RX350 2023, Manual

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7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
When the electronic key does not work
properly
● Check on the center display if the smart
access system with push-button start is
enabled. If disabled, change to enable the
smart access system with push-button
start.
● Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is
set, cancel the function. (

P.126)
● The electronic key function may be sus-
pended. (

P.100)
Use the mechanical key (

P.102) in
order to perform the following opera-
tions:
1 Insert a plastic card, etc. into the
gap in the door handle to pry up the
cover.
To avoid damage, do not apply excessive
force to the cover.
2 Remove the cover by pressing it on
the rear.
3
Use the mechanical key in order to
perform the following operations:
1 Unlocks all the doors
Turning the key rearward unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key again unlocks
the other doors.
2
Locks all the doors
If the electronic key does not
operate properly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted (

P.127) 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
engine can be started by following
the procedure below.
NOTICE
■ In case of a smart access system with
push-button start malfunction or
other key-related problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic
keys provided with your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer.
Locking and unlocking the doors