2013 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 107

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3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk

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Conditions affecting operation

The smart access system with push-button start uses weak radio waves. In the follow-

ing 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 engine immobilizer system <immobilizer system> from operating prop-

erly. (Ways of coping:

→

P. 802)

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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, air-

port 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 wireless

communication device

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

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 keys (that emit radio waves) are 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