2012 Lexus CT 200h Owners Manual - Page 65

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1-3. Opening, closing and locking the doors

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CT200h_U (OM76040U)

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Conditions affecting operation

The smart access system with push-button start, wireless remote control and immo-

bilizer system use weak radio waves. In the following situations, the communication

between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing the smart

access system with push-button start, wireless remote control and immobilizer sys-

tem from operating properly.

(Ways of coping:

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P. 648)

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When the electronic key battery is depleted

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Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large display,

airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise

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When carrying a portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wire-

less communication devices

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When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metal-

lic objects

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Cards to which aluminum foil is attached

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Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside

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Metallic wallets or bags

° Coins

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Hand warmers made of metal

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Media such as CDs and DVDs

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When other wireless key (that emit radio waves) is being used nearby

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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit

radio waves

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Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves

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Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)

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Digital audio players

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Portable game systems

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If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear

window

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If the wireless remote control does not operate properly

Locking and unlocking the doors: Use the mechanical key. (

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P. 648)