Lexus IS F 2013 Owner's Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving
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When driving
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Interior features
Maintenance
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and care
When trouble
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arises
Vehicle
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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, SRS
airbag and headlight aim 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
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist
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Before driving
1-1. Key information
Keys ...................................................... 28
• Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
• Climate control
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 78
Moon roof ........................................... 81
1-5. Refueling
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors and trunk
Smart access system with
push-button start .......................... 32
Wireless remote control.............. 43
Doors.................................................... 46
Trunk...................................................... 51
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats.......................................... 55
Driving position memory ............. 56
Seat position memory ................... 60
Head restraints................................. 62
Seat belts ............................................ 65
Steering wheel.................................. 72
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror ................................................ 74
Outside rear view mirrors........... 76
Opening the fuel tank cap.......... 85
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system........ 88
Alarm.................................................... 90
Theft prevention labels ................. 93
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ............... 94
SRS airbags ....................................... 96
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................. 108
Child restraint systems ................. 113
Installing child restraints............... 117
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When driving
2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........................ 128
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 138
Automatic transmission.............. 142
Turn signal lever .............................. 151
Parking brake ................................. 152
Horn.................................................... 153
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ..................... 154
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 158
Multi-information display............. 161
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch............................ 166
Fog light switch .............................. 170
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................................. 172
Headlight cleaner switch........... 176
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ................................. 177
Dynamic radar cruise
control.............................................. 181
Intuitive parking assist ................. 195
Driving assist systems.................. 201
PCS
(Pre-Collision System) ........... 207
2-5. Driving information
Cargo and luggage...................... 214
Vehicle load limits.......................... 217
Winter driving tips ........................ 218
Trailer towing................................. 220
Dinghy towing ................................ 221
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Interior features
3-1. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system ............................................ 224
Rear window and outside
rear view mirror
defoggers ..................................... 232
Windshield wiper de-icer......... 233
3-2. Using the audio system
Audio system type....................... 234
Using the radio.............................. 237
Using the CD player................... 245
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs.................................. 252
Operating an iPod....................... 260
Operating a USB memory....... 268
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 277
Using the AUX port ................... 279
Using the steering wheel
audio switches............................. 281
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3-3. Using the Bluetooth®
audio system
®
Bluetooth
Using the Bluetooth
audio system ........ 284
®
audio
system ............................................ 287
Operating a Bluetooth
®
enabled portable player......... 292
®
Setting up a Bluetooth
enabled portable player......... 296
®
Bluetooth
audio system
setup .............................................. 302
3-4. Using the hands-free phone
system (for mobile phones)
Hands-free system for
mobile phones........................... 303
Using the hands-free system
(for mobile phones).................. 307
Making a phone call..................... 315
Setting a mobile phone............... 319
Security and system setup........ 324
Using the phone book............... 328
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list............................ 334
• Interior lights ............................... 336
• Personal lights ............................ 336
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features.............. 338
• Glove box .................................... 339
• Console box............................... 340
• Overhead console .................... 341
• Cup holders................................. 342
• Bottle holders/
door pockets............................... 344
• Auxiliary box ............................... 344
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors......................................... 345
Vanity mirrors................................ 346
Clock................................................. 347
Satellite switches ......................... 348
Ashtrays ............................................ 351
Cigarette lighter........................... 352
Power outlet.................................. 353
Seat heaters.................................... 354
Armrest ............................................ 356
Trunk storage extension ........... 357
Coat hooks .................................... 359
Assist grips..................................... 360
Floor mat........................................... 361
Trunk features................................ 362
Garage door opener.................. 365
Compass........................................... 371
Safety Connect ............................. 375
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Maintenance and care
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When trouble arises
4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle exterior ......................... 384
Cleaning and protecting the
vehicle interior........................... 388
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements...... 391
General maintenance................ 393
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ...................................... 396
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions.................................. 397
Hood................................................. 400
Positioning a floor jack................ 401
Engine compartment................. 403
Tires .................................................... 417
Tire inflation pressure................. 428
Wheels.............................................. 432
Air conditioning filter.................. 434
Electronic key battery................ 436
Checking and replacing
fuses............................................... 438
Headlight aim ................................ 452
Light bulbs....................................... 454
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................... 460
If your vehicle needs to be
towed .............................................. 461
If you think something is
wrong............................................. 467
Fuel pump shut off system........ 468
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 469
If a warning message is
displayed....................................... 479
If you have a flat tire..................... 493
If the engine will not start ......... 502
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 .................................. 508
If your vehicle overheats .............. 511
If the vehicle becomes stuck .... 514
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency....... 515
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Vehicle specifications
Index
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)...................... 518
Fuel information............................ 529
Tire information............................. 532
6-2. Customization
Customizable features............... 544
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ........................... 549
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For owners
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners........................... 552
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 553
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 555
Headlight aim instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French).................................... 564
Abbreviation list................................... 568
Alphabetical index ...............................570
What to do if... ............................................581
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P. 166
Pictorial index
P. 151
P. 170
P. 166
P. 166
P. 400
P. 172
P. 81
P. 76
P. 166
Hood
Exterior
Windshield wipers
Moon roof
Outside rear view
mirrors
Side marker lights
Headlights (low/high beam)
Front fog lights
Front turn signal lights
Parking lights/daytime running lights
Headlights (high beam)
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Rear window defogger *
P. 232
P. 493
P. 527
P. 532
P. 166
P. 166
P. 51
P. 46
P. 85
P. 151
Side marker lights
Tail lights
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Doors
Tires
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
Trunk
Rear 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. 78
Pictorial index
P. 65
P. 96
P. 96
P. 96
P. 361
P. 344
P. 62
P. 55
P. 342
P. 96
P. 340
P. 353
P. 351
P. 356
P. 279
P. 260, 268
P. 342
Seat belts
Interior
AUX port
USB port
Head restraints
Power window
switches
Bottle holders/door pockets
Floor mats
SRS driver airbag
SRS knee airbags
A
SRS front passenger
airbag
Cup holders
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Armrest
Ashtray
Power outlet
Front seats
Cup holders
SRS side airbags
Console box
P. 336
P. 81
P. 336
P. 336
P. 336
P. 359
P. 96
A
P. 74
P. 341
P. 375
P. 360
P. 346
P. 345
P. 365
P. 371
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Overhead console
Personal lights
Moon roof switches
Interior lights
Personal lights
Interior lights
“SOS” button
Coat hooks
SRS curtain shield airbags
Assist grips
Vanity mirrors
Sun visors
Garage door opener switches
Compass
: If equipped
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P. 56
P. 60
P. 46
P. 76
P. 78
P. 78
Pictorial index
P. 46
B
Interior
Inside door lock buttons
Driving position memory switches
Seat position memory switches
Door lock switch
Outside rear view mirror
switches
Window lock switch
Power window switches
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C
P. 354
P. 142
P. 503
P. 352
P. 351
P. 344
Automatic transmission shift lever
Seat heater switches
Shift lock override button
Cigarette lighter
Ashtray
Auxiliary box
: If equipped
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P. 161
Pictorial index
P. 166
P. 151
P. 170
P. 145, 147
P. 154
P. 172
P. 138
P. 51
P. 339
P. 72
P. 152
P. 400
P. 153
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
Instrument panel
Paddle shift switches
Multi-information display
Gauges and meters
Windshield wiper and washer switch
Engine (ignition) switch
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Trunk opener main switch
Glove box
Horn
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
Parking brake pedal
Hood release lever
P. 347
P. 234
P. 224
P. 232
P. 88, 90
P. 460
A
Without navigation system
Air conditioning
system
Audio
system
Clock
Rear window and outside rear view mirror
defoggers
Security indicator
Emergency flasher
switch
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Pictorial index
P. 347
P. 88, 90
P. 460
A
With navigation system
Instrument panel
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defoggers
2
*
Navigation
*
system
Clock
Audio system*
2
2
Security indicator
Air conditioning
system
Emergency flasher
switch
2
*
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P. 308
P. 177
P. 181
P. 144, 203
P. 162
P. 308
B
P. 281
Audio remote control
switches
C
Talk switch *
1
*
Telephone switch *
1
“DISP” switch
F-sport mode
total control
switch
Cruise control switch
Dynamic radar cruise control switch
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: If equipped
1
*
: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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*
: Refer to “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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P. 51
P. 85
P. 176
P. 348
P. 156
P. 202
P. 144
Pictorial index
P. 181
P. 233
D
SNOW mode switch
Windshield wiper de-icer switch
Instrument panel
E
Fuel filler door opener
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Distance switch
Headlight cleaner switch
VSC off switch
Instrument panel light
control knob
Satellite switches
Trunk opener
: If equipped
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
● Dynamic radar 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.
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Vehicle data recordings
Your Lexus is equipped with several sophisticated computers that will record certain data, such as:
•Engine speed
• Accelerator status
•Brake status
•Vehicle speed
•Shift position
The recorded data varies according to the vehicle grade level and options with
which it is equipped. Furthermore, these computers do not record conversations,
sounds 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 use by Lexus in a lawsuit
• For research purposes where the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle
owner
● Usage of data collected through 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 data collected and its usage.
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Event data recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an
EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a
vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal;
and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur.
NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no
personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However,
other parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type
of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties,
such as law enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information
if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
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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 lessee for a leased vehicle) is
obtained
• In response to an official request by the police, a court of law or a government
agency
• For use by Lexus in a lawsuit
However, if necessary, Lexus may:
• Use the data for research on vehicle safety performance
• Disclose the data to a third party for research purposes without disclosing infor-
mation about the specific vehicle or vehicle owner
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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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 ................... 32
Wireless remote control......... 43
Doors ............................................ 46
Trunk .............................................. 51
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats................................... 55
Driving position memory ........ 56
Seat position memory.............. 60
Head restraints.......................... 62
Seat belts ..................................... 65
Steering wheel........................... 72
Anti-glare inside rear view
mirror......................................... 74
Outside rear view mirrors...... 76
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows.......................... 78
Moon roof .................................... 81
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap ..... 85
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer
system........................................ 88
Alarm............................................ 90
Theft prevention labels ........... 93
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ......... 94
SRS airbags ................................ 96
Front passenger occupant
classification system............ 108
Child restraint systems .......... 113
Installing child restraints......... 117
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1-1. Key information
The following keys are provided with the vehicle.
Electronic keys
• Operating the smart access
system with push-button start
(P. 3 2)
• Operating the wireless
remote control function
(P. 4 3)
Mechanical keys
Key number plate
■ Card key (Canada only)
Electronic key
Operating the smart access system with push-button start
(P. 3 2)
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 still 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 cover is not installed and
the battery falls out or if the battery was
removed because the key got wet, 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 1, 3 38)
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 such as your wallet, 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. 50 4)
■ 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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