2002 Lexus RX 300 Owners Manual - Page 160

THEFT DETERRENT THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM To deter theft of the vehicle, this system is designed to sound an alarm if any of the doors or hood is forcibly unlocked or the battery terminal is disconnected and then reconnected while the vehicle is locked. The alarm blows the horn intermittently and flashes the headlights, tail lights and other exterior lights. If you lock them with wireless remote control, the turn signals flash once.* NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. The flashing indicator light will remain on when all the doors and hood are closed and locked. 3. After 30 seconds, the indicator starts flashing and the system is set. Cancelling the system When you unlock any door using an ignition key or wireless remote control, the system is cancelled. 17R001a If you unlock any door with wireless remote control, the turn signals flash twice.* NOTE: *The turn signals can be set not to flash. Ask your Lexus dealer for details. Activating the system Setting the system 1. Turn the ignition key to the "LOCK" position and remove it. The engine immobiliser system causes the indicator light to flash. 2. Close and lock all the doors and hood using an ignition key or wireless remote control. The alarm sounds for 60 seconds if any of the following are operated: D Unlocking any door without using an ignition key or wireless remote control. D Opening the hood forcibly. D Reconnecting the battery. 140 2002 MY RX300_U (OM48416U)