2010 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 87

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1-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

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Battery-saving function

In the following circumstances, the entry function is disabled in order to prevent the

vehicle and electronic key batteries from discharging.

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When the entry function has not been used for 2 weeks or more

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When the electronic key has been left within approximately 6 ft. (2 m) of the

vehicle for 10 minutes or more

The system will resume operation when...

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The vehicle is locked using the door handle lock switch.

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The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the wireless remote control function.

(

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P. 38)

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The vehicle is locked/unlocked using the mechanical key. (

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P. 477)

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Electronic key battery depletion

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The standard battery life is 1 to 2 years.

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If the battery becomes low, an alarm will sound in the cabin when the engine

stops. (

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P. 460)

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The battery becomes depleted even if the electronic key is not used because

the key always transmits radio waves. If the smart access system with push-but-

ton start or the wireless remote control does not operate, or the detection area

becomes smaller, the battery may be depleted. Replace the battery when nec-

essary. (

→

P. 406)

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To avoid serious deterioration, do not leave the electronic key within 3 ft. (1 m) of

the following electrical appliances that produce a magnetic field.

° TVs

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Personal computers

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Mobile phones, cordless phones and battery chargers

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Recharging mobile phones or cordless phones

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Glass top ranges

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Table lamps

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To operate the system properly

Make sure to carry the electronic key when operating the system. Do not get the

electronic key too close to the vehicle when operating the system from the outside

of the vehicle.