Lexus IS 250 2012, IS350 2012 Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
2
When driving
3
Interior features
Maintenance
4
and care
When trouble
5
arises
Vehicle
6
specifications
Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors, and steering column.
Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
Detailed vehicle information.
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For owners
Index
Reporting safety defects for US owners, and seat belt and
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners.
Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning
• Climate control
• Rear view monitor system
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Before driving
• Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Intuitive parking assist
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ................................................ 75
Outside rear view mirrors........... 77
1-1. Key information
Keys ...................................................... 28
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and trunk
Smart access system with
push-button start .......................... 33
Wireless remote control.............. 45
Doors.................................................... 48
Trunk..................................................... 52
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats.......................................... 56
Driving position memory ............ 58
Head restraints................................. 62
Seat belts ............................................ 65
Steering wheel (manually
adjustable type)............................. 72
Steering wheel
(power-adjustable type)............ 73
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows............................... 80
Moon roof .......................................... 83
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap........... 87
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system......... 90
Alarm.................................................... 92
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)............................................. 95
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ............... 96
SRS airbags ....................................... 98
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................. 109
Child restraint systems ................. 114
Installing child restraints.............. 118
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........................ 130
Engine (ignition) switch ................ 141
Automatic transmission.............. 146
Manual transmission.................... 152
Turn signal lever ............................ 154
Parking brake ................................. 155
Horn.................................................... 157
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 158
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 164
Multi-information display........... 167
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................ 186
Intuitive parking assist................. 190
Driving assist systems.................. 196
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage..................... 202
Vehicle load limits....................... 205
Winter driving tips ....................... 206
Trailer towing.................................. 210
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with an automatic
transmission).................................. 211
Dinghy towing
(vehicles with a manual
transmission)................................ 212
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2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch............................. 172
Fog light switch .............................. 176
Windshield wipers and
washer............................................. 178
Headlight cleaner switch ........... 185
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................. 216
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers....................... 224
Windshield wiper de-icer......... 225
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type ....................... 226
Using the radio.............................. 229
Using the CD player................... 237
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs.................................. 244
Operating an iPod....................... 252
Operating a USB memory...... 260
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 269
Using the AUX port..................... 271
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ............................ 273
3-3. Using the Bluetooth
®
audio
system
®
Bluetooth
Using the Bluetooth
audio system ......... 276
®
audio system................................ 279
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player......... 284
®
Setting up a Bluetooth
enabled portable player......... 287
®
Bluetooth
audio system
setup ............................................... 293
3-4. Using the hands-free phone
system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for mobile
phones ........................................... 294
Using the hands-free system
(for mobile phones)................. 298
Making a phone call................... 306
Setting a mobile phone............... 310
Security and system setup......... 315
Using the phone book................. 319
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list............................ 325
• Interior lights ............................... 327
• Personal lights ............................ 327
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3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features............... 329
• Glove box ................................... 330
• Console boxes .......................... 330
• Overhead console ................... 332
• Cup holders................................. 332
• Bottle holders/
door pockets............................... 334
• Auxiliary box .............................. 335
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Maintenance and care
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................... 378
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior.................... 382
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3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors......................................... 336
Vanity mirrors................................ 337
Clock................................................ 338
Satellite switches .......................... 339
Ashtrays ........................................... 342
Cigarette lighter........................... 343
Power outlet................................... 344
Seat heaters.................................... 345
Seat heaters and
ventilators.................................... 348
Armrest ............................................. 351
Rear sunshade............................... 352
Trunk storage extension ........... 354
Coat hooks .................................... 355
Floor mat.......................................... 356
Trunk features................................ 357
Garage door opener................. 360
Compass.......................................... 366
Safety Connect ............................. 370
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.............................. 385
General maintenance................ 387
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 390
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions................................... 391
Hood ................................................. 394
Positioning a floor jack............... 395
Engine compartment.................. 397
Tires .................................................... 412
Tire inflation pressure................. 424
Wheels ............................................. 428
Air conditioning filter................. 430
Electronic key battery................ 433
Checking and replacing
fuses................................................ 435
Headlight aim ................................ 449
Light bulbs........................................ 451
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
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When trouble arises
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers..................... 462
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.............................................. 463
If you think something is
wrong ............................................. 469
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 470
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ......................................... 471
If a warning message is
displayed........................................ 481
If you have a flat tire..................... 492
If the engine will not start ........... 501
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P............................. 503
If you lose your keys................... 504
If the electronic key does
not operate properly .............. 505
If the vehicle battery is
discharged .................................... 510
If your vehicle overheats ............ 513
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................................. 516
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency....... 518
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Vehicle specifications
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 520
Fuel information............................ 537
Tire information.............................. 541
6-2. Customization
Customizable features.............. 553
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize .......................... 559
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners........................... 562
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French).................................... 563
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 565
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Index
Abbreviation list ................................... 576
Alphabetical index.............................. 578
What to do if... ...................................... 590
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Pictorial index
P. 154
P. 176
P. 172
P. 172
P. 394
P. 172
P. 178
P. 83
P. 77
P. 154
P. 174
Exterior
Hood
Windshield wipers
Moon roof
Outside rear view mirrors
Daytime running
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lights
Turn signal lights
Fog lights
Headlights
Turn signal lights
Parking lights
Side marker lights
P. 412
P. 492
P. 531
P. 541
P. 172
P. 172
P. 52
Rear window defogger *
P. 224
P. 48
P. 87
P. 154
Side marker lights
Tail lights
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Doors
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Trunk
Turn signal lights
Fuel filler door
: If equipped
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*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 80
Pictorial index
P. 65
P. 98
P. 98
P. 98
P. 356
P. 334
P. 62
P. 56
P. 332
P. 98
P. 330
P. 344
P. 342
P. 332
P. 351
P. 330
P. 271
P. 260, 271
Seat belts
Head restraints
Power window
switches
A
Interior
AUX port
USB port
Bottle holders/door pockets
Floor mat
SRS driver airbag
SRS knee airbags
SRS front passenger
airbag
Console box
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Armrest
Cup holders
Ashtray
Power outlet
Front seats
Cup holders
SRS side airbags
Console box
P. 75
P. 327
P. 83
P. 327
P. 327
P. 355
P. 98
A
P. 370
P. 366
P. 360
P. 337
P. 336
P. 327
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Personal lights
Moon roof switches
“SOS” button
Personal lights
Interior lights
Coat hooks
SRS curtain shield airbags
Interior lights
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Garage door opener switches
Compass
: If equipped
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P. 58
P. 48
P. 77
P. 80
P. 80
Pictorial index
B
Interior
Driving position memory switches
Door lock switch
Outside rear view mirror
switches
Window lock switch
Power window switches
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C
P. 345
P. 348
P. 146
P. 503
P. 343
P. 342
P. 335
P. 152
P. 155
P. 343
P. 342
P. 335
P. 345
P. 348
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission shift lever
Shift lock override button
Cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Auxiliary box
Manual transmission
Manual transmission shift lever
Seat heater switches
Seat heater/ventilator switches
Cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Auxiliary box
Parking brake lever
Seat heater switches
Seat heater/ventilator switches
: If equipped
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Pictorial index
P. 172
P. 154
P. 176
P. 147, 149
P. 158
P. 167
P. 178
P. 141
P. 52
P. 329
P. 72
P. 73
P. 155
P. 273
P. 157
P. 394
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Instrument panel
Shift paddle switches (automatic transmission)
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Engine (ignition) switch
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Trunk opener main switch
Glove box
Horn
Tilt and telescopic steering lock release lever
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
Parking brake pedal (automatic transmission)
Hood release lever
Audio remote control switches
P. 338
P. 226
P. 216
P. 224
P. 90, 92
P. 462
A
Without navigation system
Air conditioning
system
Audio
system
Clock
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers switch
Security indicator
Emergency
flasher switch
: If equipped
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P. 338
P. 90, 92
P. 462
Pictorial index
A
With navigation system
Navigation
system
2
*
Instrument panel
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
2
*
switch
Security indicator
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Clock
Audio system*
Air conditioning
system
2
Emergency flasher
switch
2
*
P. 298
P. 186
P. 168
P. 298
P. 147
P. 153
B
P. 225
P. 225
Talk switch *
C
Automatic transmission Manual transmission
Windshield wiper
de-icer
Telephone switch *
1
Cruise control switch
“DISP” switch
Windshield wiper
de-icer
1
ECT switch
: If equipped
1
*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
2
*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
ETCS switch
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Pictorial index
P. 352
P. 52
P. 87
P. 185
P. 339
P. 159
P. 198
D
Instrument panel
Rear sunshade switch
Headlight cleaner switch
VSC off switch
Instrument panel light
control dial
Satellite switches
Trunk opener
Fuel filler door opener
: If equipped
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For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Please note that this manual applies to all models and explains all equipment, including options. Therefore, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed
on your vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However, because of the Lexus policy of continual product improvement, we reserve the
right to make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, the vehicle shown in the illustration may differ from
your vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming
from under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation
leakage check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are
currently available in the market. You should know that Toyota does not warrant
these products and is not responsible for their performance, repair, or replacement,
or for any damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your
Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification
with non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability,
and may even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
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Installation of a mobile two-way radio system
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic systems such as:
● Multiport fuel injection system/sequential multiport fuel injection system
● Cruise control system
● Anti-lock brake system
● SRS airbag system
● Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special
instructions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
Scrapping of your Lexus
The SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner devices in your Lexus contain explosive
chemicals. If the vehicle is scrapped with the airbags and seat belt pretensioners left
as they are, this may cause an accident such as fire. Be sure to have the systems of
the SRS airbag and seat belt pretensioner removed and disposed of by a qualified
service shop or by your Lexus dealer before you scrap your vehicle.
Perchlorate Material
Special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Your vehicle has components that may contain perchlorate. These components may
include airbag, seat belt pretensioners, and wireless remote control batteries.
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Vehicle control and operation data recording
Your Lexus is equipped with sophisticated computers that record certain information about your vehicle’s operation, such as:
•Engine speed
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
•Vehicle speed
• Shift position (except manual transmission)
The data recorded varies according to the grade level and options the vehicle is
equipped with. The computers do not record conversations, sound or pictures.
● Data usage
Lexus may use the data recorded in these computers to diagnose malfunctions,
conduct research and development, and improve quality.
Lexus will not disclose the recorded data to a third party except:
• With the consent of the vehicle owner or with the consent of the lessee if the
vehicle is leased
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
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● Event data recorder
Your vehicle has computers that monitor and control certain aspects of your vehicle. These computers assist in driving and maintaining optimal vehicle performance.
Besides storing data useful for troubleshooting, there is an event data recorder
(EDR) that records data in a crash or near crash event.
The SRS airbag sensor assembly contains the EDR. In a crash or near crash event,
this device may record the following information:
•Engine speed
• Whether the brake pedal was depressed or not
• Vehicle speed
• To what extent the accelerator pedal was depressed
• The transmission shift position
• Whether the driver and front passenger wore seat belts or not
• Driver’s seat position
• SRS airbag deployment data
• SRS airbag system diagnostic data
• Front passenger’s occupant classification
The information above is intended to be used for the purpose of improving vehicle
safety performance. Unlike general data recorders, the EDR does not record sound
data such as conversation between passengers.
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● Disclosure of the EDR data
Lexus will not disclose the data recorded in an EDR to a third party except when:
• An agreement from the vehicle’s owner (or the leasing company for a leased
vehicle) is obtained
• Officially requested to by the police or other authorities
• Necessary, for use as a defense for Lexus in a lawsuit
• Ordered to by a court of law
However, if necessary, Lexus will:
• Use the data for research on Lexus vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing details
of the vehicle owner, and that only when deemed necessary
• Disclose summarized data cleared of vehicle identification information to a nonLexus organization for research purposes
● Safety Connect/Lexus Enform (U.S. mainland only)
If your Lexus has Safety Connect or Lexus Enform and if you have subscribed to
those services, please refer to the Safety Connect/Lexus Enform Telematics Subscription Service Agreement for information on date collected and its usage.
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CAUTION
■ General precautions while driving
Driving under the influence: Never drive your vehicle when under the influence of
alcohol or drugs that have impaired your ability to operate your vehicle. Alcohol
and certain drugs delay reaction time, impair judgment and reduce coordination,
which could lead to an accident that could result in death or serious injury.
Defensive driving: Always drive defensively. Anticipate mistakes that other drivers
or pedestrians might make and be ready to avoid accidents.
Driver distraction: Always give your full attention to driving. Anything that distracts
the driver, such as adjusting controls, talking on a cellular phone or reading can
result in a collision with resulting death or serious injury to you, your occupants or
others.
■ General precaution regarding children’s safety
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle, and never allow children to have or
use the key.
Children may be able to start the vehicle or shift the vehicle into neutral. There is
also a danger that children may injure themselves by playing with the cigarette
lighter, the windows, the moon roof, or other features of the vehicle. In addition, heat
build-up or extremely cold temperatures inside the vehicle can be fatal to children.
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Symbols used throughout this manual
CAUTION
NOTICE
Cautions & Notices
This is a warning against anything which may cause injury to people if the warning is
ignored. You are informed about what you must or must not do in order to reduce the
risk of injury to yourself and others.
This is a warning against anything which may cause damage to the vehicle or its
equipment if the warning is ignored. You are informed about what you must or must
not do in order to avoid or reduce the risk of damage to your Lexus and its equipment.
Symbols used in illustrations
Safety symbol
The symbol of a circle with a slash through it means “Do not”,
“Do not do this”, or “Do not let this happen.”
Arrows indicating operations
Indicates the action (pushing, turning, etc.)
used to operate switches and other
devices.
Indicates the outcome of an operation (e.g.
a lid opens).
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Before driving
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1-1. Key information
Keys.............................................. 28
1-2. Opening, closing and
locking the doors and
trunk
Smart access system with
push-button start ................... 33
Wireless remote control......... 45
Doors ........................................... 48
Trunk ............................................. 52
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats................................... 56
Driving position memory ....... 58
Head restraints.......................... 62
Seat belts ..................................... 65
Steering wheel (manually
adjustable type) ...................... 72
Steering wheel
(power-adjustable type) ....... 73
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror......................................... 75
Outside rear view mirrors...... 77
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows .......................... 80
Moon roof ................................... 83
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 87
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system........................................ 90
Alarm............................................ 92
Theft prevention labels
(U.S.A.)...................................... 95
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 96
SRS airbags ................................ 98
Front passenger occupant
classification system............ 109
Child restraint systems .......... 114
Installing child restraints........ 118
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1-1. Key information
■ Key with the wireless remote control function
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart access
system with push-button start
(P. 3 3)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 4 5)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
■ Card key without the wireless remote control function (if
equipped)
Electronic key
Operating the smart access system with push-button start
(P. 3 3)
Mechanical key
Keys
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Using the mechanical key
● To store the mechanical key in the card
key, insert it inside while pressing the
lock release button.
1-1. Key information
Take out the mechanical key.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key
only has grooves on one side. If the
key cannot be inserted in a lock
cylinder, turn it over and re-attempt
to insert it.
After using the mechanical key,
store it in the electronic key. Carry
the mechanical key together with
the electronic key. If the electronic
key battery is depleted or the entry
function does not operate properly,
you will need the mechanical key.
(P. 505)
■ Card key
● The mechanical key that is stored inside the card key should be used only if a
problem arises, such as when the key does not operate properly.
● If it is difficult to take out the mechanical key, push down the lock release button
using a pen tip etc. If it is difficult to pull it out, use a coin etc.
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Before driving
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1-1. Key information
● If the battery was removed, reinstall the
battery with the positive terminal facing
the Lexus emblem.
● The card key is not waterproof.
■ When required to leave a key to the vehicle with a parking attendant
Turn the trunk opener main switch off and lock the glove box as circumstances
demand. (P. 5 2, 33 0)
Remove the mechanical key for your own use and provide the attendant with the
electronic key only.
■ Key number plate
Keep the plate in a safe place, not in the vehicle. In the event that a mechanical key is
lost, a new key can be made at your Lexus dealer using the key number plate.
(P. 5 04)
■ When riding in an aircraft
When bringing an electronic key onto an aircraft, make sure you do not press any
buttons on the electronic key while inside the aircraft cabin. If you are carrying an
electronic key in your bag etc, ensure that the buttons are not likely to be pressed
accidentally. Pressing a button may cause the electronic key to emit radio waves
that could interfere with the operation of the aircraft.
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