2013 Lexus ES 350 Owners Manual - Page 108

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

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Note for the entry function

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Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the

system may not operate properly in the following cases:

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The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the

ground, or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.

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The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the rear

bumper center when the trunk is opened.

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The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the

door pockets or glove box when the engine <hybrid system> is started or

“START STOP ENGINE” <“POWER”> switch modes are changed.

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Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the door

pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave reception condi-

tions, it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the door will

become lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic key inside the

vehicle.

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As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be locked

or unlocked by anyone. However, only the doors detecting the electronic key can

be used to unlock the vehicle.

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Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the

engine <hybrid system> if the electronic key is near the window.

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The doors may unlock or lock if a large amount of water splashes on the door han-

dle, such as in the rain or in a car wash when the electronic key is within the effec-

tive range. (The doors will automatically be locked after approximately 60 seconds

if the doors are not opened and closed.)

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If the wireless remote control is used to lock the doors when the electronic key is

near the vehicle, there is a possibility that the door may not be unlocked by the

entry function. (Use the wireless remote control to unlock the doors.)