POWER BACK DOOR
The power back door can be opened using the power back door opener switch, smart access system with push-button start or wireless remote control.WARNING:Observe the following precautions.Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.Before driving the vehicleBefore driving the vehicle, make sure that the power back door is fully closed. If the power back door is not fully closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving, causing an accident.Caution while drivingKeep the power back door closed while driving.If the power back door is left open, it may hit nearby objects while driving or luggage may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.In addition, exhaust gases may enter the vehicle, causing death or a serious health hazard. Make sure to close the power back door before driving.Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment. In the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or a collision, they are susceptible to death or serious injury.When children are in the vehicleObserve the following precautions.Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.Do not allow children to play in the luggage compartment.If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could have heat exhaustion or other injuries.Do not allow a child to open or close the power back door.Doing so may cause the power back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the child’s hands, arms, head, or neck to be caught by the closing power back door.Operating the power back doorObserve the following precautions.Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death or serious injury.Remove any heavy loads, such as snow and ice, from the power back door before opening it. Failure to do so may cause the power back door to suddenly shut again after it is opened.When opening or closing the power back door, thoroughly check to make sure the surrounding area is safe.If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that the power back door is about to open or close.Use caution when opening or closing the power back door in windy weather as it may move abruptly in strong wind.The power back door may suddenly shut if it is not opened fully. It is more difficult to open or close the back door on an incline than on a level surface, so beware of the back door unexpectedly opening or closing by itself. Make sure that the back door is fully open and secure before using the luggage compartment.
When closing the power back door, take extra care to prevent your fingers, etc., from being caught.
When closing the power back door, make sure to press it lightly on its outer surface. If the back door handle is used to fully close the power back door, it may result in hands or arms being caught.Do not pull on the back door spindle (Back door spindles) to close the power back door, and do not hang on the back door spindle.Doing so may cause hands to be caught or the back door spindle to break, causing an accident.If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the power back door, it may suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands, arms, head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to the power back door, using a genuine Lexus part is recommended.UNLOCKING AND LOCKING THE POWER BACK DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDEsmart access system with push-button startCarry the electronic key to enable this function.
Locks all the doorsCheck that the door is securely locked.Unlocks all the doorsThe doors cannot be unlocked for 3 seconds after the doors are locked.WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROLWireless remote controlUNLOCKING AND LOCKING THE POWER BACK DOOR FROM THE INSIDEdoor lock switchUnlocking and locking the doors from the insideOPENING/CLOSING THE POWER BACK DOORopening/closing the power back door using the wireless remote controlPress and hold the switch for approximately 1 second.The power back door can be operated whether it is locked* or unlocked.Pressing the switch while the power back door is opening/closing will stop the operation.Pressing and holding the switch again for approximately 1 second will operate the power back door in the opposite direction.*Opening of the power back door when it is locked can be disabled by a customized setting.
OPENING/CLOSING THE POWER BACK DOOR FROM THE INSIDEPress and hold the switch for approximately 1 second.A buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically open or close. However, if the power back door is locked, it will not open.Pressing the switch while the power back door is opening/closing will stop the operation.Pressing and holding the switch again for approximately 1 second will operate the power back door in the opposite direction.
BACK DOOR OPENER SWITCHOpenWhen the power back door is unlocked: Press the back door opener switch.When the power back door is locked: While carrying an electronic key, press and hold the back door opener switch.A buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically open.Pressing the switch while the power back door is opening/closing will stop the operation.
ClosePress the switch.A buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically close.Pressing the switch while the power back door is closing will stop the operation. Pressing the switch again will open the power back door automatically.
Close the back door and lock all doors (close & lock function)Press the switch.The power back door will close and all of the doors will be locked at the same time.A different buzzer than the normal one will sound and the power back door will begin closing automatically. When the power back door is closed, all of the doors will lock simultaneously and operation signals will indicate that all of the doors have been locked.If the switch is pressed while the power back door is closing, the operation will stop.Pressing the switch again will open the power back door automatically.
CLOSING THE POWER BACK DOOR USING THE BACK DOOR HANDLELower the power back door using the back door handle, then a buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically close.
HANDS FREE POWER BACK DOOR (IF EQUIPPED)While carrying an electronic key, stand within the smart access system with push-button start operation range, approximately 19.7 to 23.6 in. (50 to 60 cm) from the rear bumper.
Kick sensorHands Free Power Back Door operation detection areaSmart access system with push-button start operation detection area (Effective range (areas within which the electronic key is detected))Perform a kick operation by moving your foot to within approximately 3.9 in. (10 cm) of the rear bumper and then pulling it back.Perform the entire kick operation within 1 second.The Hands Free Power Back Door will not start operating while a foot is detected under the rear bumper.Operate the Hands Free Power Back Door without contacting the rear bumper with your foot.If another electronic key is in the cabin or luggage compartment, it may take slightly longer than normal for the operation to occur.
Kick sensorHands Free Power Back Door operation detection areaWhen the kick sensor detects that your foot is pulled back, a buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically fully open/close.If kick operation is performed again in the middle of back door operating, the operation will stop.HANDS FREE CLOSE & LOCK FUNCTION* (VEHICLES WITH HANDS FREE POWER BACK DOOR)*This setting can be customized by your Lexus dealer.If the power back door is closed using a Hands Free Power Back Door close operation, all of the doors will be locked at the same time.A different buzzer than the normal one will sound before the power back door begins to close. The door lock operation signals will operate to indicate that the power back door has closed and all of the doors have locked simultaneously.If a Hands Free Power Back Door operation is performed while the power back door is operating, the power back door will stop.If a Hands Free Power Back Door operation is performed again, the power back door will open.Note:Luggage compartment lightsThe luggage compartment lights turn on when the back door is opened.When the engine switch is turned off, the lights will go off automatically after 20 minutes.Power back door operating conditionsIf the following conditions are met with the power back door operation enabled, the power back door can be opened and closed automatically.When an electronic key is being carried and the back door opener switch is pressed*When the wireless remote control is used*When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the vehicle speed must be lower than 2 mph (3 km/h) and one of the following conditions must be met in addition to the above conditions:The parking brake is engaged.The brake pedal is depressed.The shift lever is in P.*When the operation of the power back door when it is locked has been disabled by a customized setting, operate the power back door after it has been unlocked.Close & lock function operating conditionsThis function can be operated when all of the following conditions are met:An electronic key is not detected within the vehicle.All of the doors other than the power back door are closed.The engine switch is off.Hands Free Power Back Door operating conditions (if equipped)The Hands Free Power Back Door (kick sensor) setting is on.When an electronic key is carried within the operation range.Hands free close & lock function operating conditions (vehicles with Hands Free Power Back Door)This function can be operated when all of the following conditions are met:The hands free close & lock function setting is on.The Hands Free Power Back Door operating conditions are met.An electronic key is not detected within the vehicle.All of the doors other than the power back door are closed.The engine switch is off.Back door closerIn the event that the power back door is left slightly open, the back door closer will automatically close it to the fully closed position.The back door closer can function when the engine switch is in any mode.The power back door can be opened using the back door opener switch even if the back door closer is operating.Operation of the power back doorWhen the power back door begins to operate, the emergency flashers will flash and a buzzer will sound.When the power back door is disabled, the power back door will not operate but can be opened and closed manually.The power back door turns to manual operation when the back door opener switch is pressed while the power back door is in an automatic opening/closing operation.If anything obstructs the power back door while opening, a buzzer will sound and the power back door will stop immediately. If anything obstructs the power back door while closing, a buzzer will sound and the power back door will automatically move slightly in the opposite direction and then stop.Back door reserve lock functionThis function reserves the locking of the power back door when the power back door is open. If the following operations are performed, all of the doors except the power back door will lock and then the power back door will lock when it is completely closed.Close all of the doors, except the power back door.Perform an automatic closing operation of the power back door and lock the doors using the wireless remote control (Wireless remote control) or smart access system with push-button start (Side doors) while the power back door is closing.Also, if the back door does not fully close due to the operation of the jam protection function, etc., while the back door is automatically closing after a reserve lock operation is performed, the reserve lock function is canceled and all the doors will unlock.Situations in which the close & lock function may not operate properlyIn the following situations, the close & lock function may not operate properly:If the switch on the lower part of the power back door (Back door opener switch) is pressed by a hand which is holding an electronic keyIf the switch on the lower part of the power back door (Back door opener switch) is pressed when the electronic key is in a bag, etc. that is placed on the groundIf the switch on the lower part of the power back door (Back door opener switch) is pressed with the electronic key not near the vehicle.Situations in which the Hands Free Power Back Door may not operate properly (if equipped)In the following situations, the Hands Free Power Back Door may not operate properly:When a foot remains under the rear bumperIf the rear bumper is strongly hit with a foot or is touched for a whileIf the rear bumper has been touched for a while, wait for a short time before attempting to operate the Hands Free Power Back Door again.When standing excessively close to the rear bumperWhen an external radio wave source interferes with the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle (Conditions affecting operation)When the vehicle is parked near metal, or an external radio wave or electrical noise source which affects the sensitivity of the Hands Free Power Back Door, such as a pay parking spot, gas station, electrically heated road, fluorescent light, or metal plateWhen the vehicle is near a TV tower, electric power plant, radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noiseWhen a large amount of water is applied to the rear bumper, such as when the vehicle is being washed or in heavy rainWhen mud, snow, ice, etc. is attached to the rear bumperWhen the vehicle has been parked for a while near objects that may move and contact the rear bumper, such as plantsWhen an accessory is installed to the rear bumperIf an accessory has been installed, turn the Hands Free Power Back Door (kick sensor) operation setting off.RX350L: When a tire other than the spare tire is stored in the spare tire storage areaPreventing unintentional operation of the Hands Free Power Back Door (if equipped)When an electronic key is in the operation detection area, the Hands Free Power Back Door may operate unintentionally, so be careful in the following situations:When a large amount of water is applied to the rear bumper, such as when the vehicle is being washed or in heavy rainWhen dirt is wiped off the rear bumperWhen a small animal or small object, such as a ball, moves under the rear bumperWhen an object is moved from under the rear bumperIf someone is swinging their legs while sitting on the rear bumperIf the legs or another part of someone’s body contacts the rear bumper while passing by the vehicleWhen the vehicle is parked near an electrical noise source which affects the sensitivity of the Hands Free Power Back Door, such as a pay parking spot, gas station, electrically heated road, or fluorescent lightWhen the vehicle is near a TV tower, electric power plant, radio station, large display, airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noiseWhen the vehicle is parked in a place where objects such as plants are near the rear bumperIf luggage, etc. is set near the rear bumperIf accessories or a vehicle cover is installed/removed near the rear bumperWhen the vehicle is being towedTo prevent unintentional operation, turn the Hands Free Power Back Door (kick sensor) operation setting off.When reconnecting the batteryTo enable the power back door to operate properly, close the power back door manually.Jam protection functionSensors are installed in the right and left sides of the power back door. When the door is automatically closing and the sensors are pushed due to an object being caught, etc., the jam protection function will operate.From that position the door will automatically move a little in the opposite direction and then the function will stop.
If the power back door opener is inoperativeThe power back door can be unlocked from the insideRemove the cover.To protect the cover, place a rag between the flathead screwdriver and cover as shown in the illustration.
Move the lever.
CustomizationSome functions can be customized. (Customizable features)WARNING:Back door closerIn the event that the power back door is left slightly open, the back door closer will automatically close it to the fully closed position. It takes several seconds before the back door closer begins to operate. Be careful not to get fingers caught or anything else in the power back door, as this may cause bone fractures or other serious injuries.
Use caution when using the back door closer as it still operates when the power back door system is disabled.Power back doorObserve the following precautions when operating the power back door.Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.Check the safety of the surrounding area to make sure there are no obstacles or anything that could cause any of your belongings to get caught.If anyone is in the vicinity, make sure they are safe and let them know that the power back door is about to open or close.If the power back door system is disabled while the power back door is operating, the power back door will stop operating. The power back door must then be operated manually. Take extra care in this situation, as the power back door may open or close suddenly.If the operating conditions of the power back door (Power back door operating conditions) are no longer met, a buzzer may sound and the power back door may stop opening or closing. The power back door must then be operated manually. Take extra care on an incline in this situation, as the power back door may move suddenly.On an incline, the power back door may suddenly shut after it opens. Make sure the power back door is fully open and secure.In the following situations, the power back door may detect an abnormality and automatic operation may be stopped. In this case, the power back door must then be operated manually. Take extra care in this situation, as the stopped power back door may suddenly open or close, causing an accident.When the power back door contacts an obstacleWhen the battery voltage suddenly drops, such as when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode or the engine is started during automatic operationIf a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the power back door, the power back door may not operate, causing a malfunction, or the power back door may suddenly shut again after being opened, causing someone’s hands, arms, head or neck to be caught and injured. When installing an accessory part to the power back door, using a genuine Lexus part is recommended.Jam protection functionObserve the following precautions.Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.The jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the power back door fully closes. Be careful not to get fingers caught or anything else.The jam protection function may not work depending on the shape of the object that is caught. Be careful not to catch fingers or anything else.Hands Free Power Back Door (if equipped)Observe the following precautions.Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury.Check the safety of the surrounding area to make sure there are no obstacles or anything that could cause any of your belongings to get caught.Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipes to become quite hot. When operating the Hands Free Power Back Door, be careful not to touch the exhaust pipe.Do not operate the Hands Free Power Back Door if there is little space under the rear bumper.NOTICE:Back door spindlesThe power back door is equipped with spindles that hold the power back door in place.Observe the following precautions.Failure to do so may cause damage to the back door spindle , resulting in malfunction.
Do not attach any foreign objects, such as stickers, plastic sheets, or adhesives to the spindle rod.Do not attach any accessories other than genuine Lexus parts to the power back door.Do not place your hand on the spindle or apply lateral forces to it.To prevent back door closer malfunctionDo not apply excessive force to the power back door while the back door closer is operating. Applying excessive force may cause the back door closer to malfunction.If the power back door is opened and closed repeatedly in a short amount of time, the back door closer may stop operating. In this case, manually open the power back door once and wait for a while before attempting to close it again.To prevent malfunction of the power back doorMake sure that there is no ice between the power back door and frame that would prevent movement of the power back door. Operating the power back door when excessive load is present on the power back door may cause a malfunction.Do not apply excessive force to the power back door while the power back door is operating.Take care not to damage the sensors installed on the right and left edges of the power back door (Jam protection function) with a knife or other sharp object. If a sensor is disconnected, the power back door will not close automatically.Close & lock function/Hands free close & lock functionWhen closing the power back door using the close & lock function/hands free close & lock function, a different buzzer than the normal one will sound before the operation begins.To check that the operation has started correctly, check that a different buzzer than the normal one has sounded.Additionally, when the power back door is fully closed and locked, operation signals will indicate that all of the doors have been locked.Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the operational signals have operated and that all of the doors are locked.Hands Free Power Back Door precautions (if equipped)The kick sensor is located behind lower center part of the rear bumper. Observe the following to ensure that the Hands Free Power Back Door function operates properly:Keep the lower center part of the rear bumper clean at all times.If the lower center part of the rear bumper is dirty or covered with snow, the Hands Free Power Back Door may not operate. In this situation, clean off the dirt or snow, move the vehicle from the current position and then check if the Hands Free Power Back Door operates. If it does not operate, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.Do not apply coatings that have a rain clearing (hydrophilic) effect, or other coatings, to the lower center part of the rear bumper.Do not park the vehicle near objects that may move and contact the lower center part of the rear bumper, such as grass or trees.If the vehicle has been parked for a while near objects that may move and contact the lower center part of the rear bumper, such as grass or trees, the Hands Free Power Back Door may not operate. In this situation, move the vehicle from the current position and then check if the Hands Free Power Back Door operates. If it does not operate, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.Do not subject the rear bumper or its surrounding area to a strong impact.If the rear bumper or its surrounding area has been subjected to a strong impact, the Hands Free Power Back Door may not operate properly.If the Hands Free Power Back Door does not operate in the following situations, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.The kick sensor or its surrounding area has been subjected to a strong impact.The lower center part of the rear bumper is scratched or damaged.Do not disassemble the rear bumper.Do not attach stickers to the rear bumper.Do not paint the rear bumper.If a bicycle carrier or similar heavy object is attached to the power back door, disable the Hands Free Power Back Door (kick sensor).CANCELING THE POWER BACK DOOR SYSTEMThe power back door system can be enabled/disabled on the multi-information display. (Multi-information display)Press or of the meter control switches and select .Press or of the meter control switches, select the “ Vehicle Settings” and then press .Press or of the meter control switches, select and then press .Press or of the meter control switches, and then select “ PBD”.ON and OFF will be switched over with presses of on the meter control switches.When OFF is selected and the operations of the power back door is made to stop from the of multi-information display, unless it is set to ON, the operation of the power back door will not return. (No return in the engine switch operation)CANCELING THE HANDS FREE POWER BACK DOOR (IF EQUIPPED)The Hands Free Power Back Door (kick sensor) can be enabled/disabled on the multi-information display. (Multi-information display)Press or of the meter control switches and select .Press or of the meter control switches, select the “ Vehicle Settings” and then press .Press or of the meter control switches, select and then press .Press or of the meter control switches, and then select “ Kick Sensor”.ON and OFF will be switched over with presses of on the meter control switches.When OFF is selected and the operations of the Hands Free Power Back Door is made to stop from the of multi-information display, unless it is set to ON, the operation of the Hands Free Power Back Door will not return. (No return in the engine switch operation)ADJUSTING THE OPEN POSITION OF THE POWER BACK DOORThe open position of the power backdoor can be adjusted.Stop the power back door at the desired position. (Opening/closing the power back door from the inside)Press and hold the switch on the lower part of the power back door for 2 seconds.When setting is complete, a buzzer will sound 4 times.The next time the power back door is opened, it will stop at that position.
Note:Returning the power back door opening position to the default settingPress and hold the switch on the lower part of the power back door for 7 seconds.A buzzer will sound twice. The next time the power back door is opened, it will open to the default position.
CustomizationThe opening position can be set with the navigation system or multimedia system.Priority for the stop position is given to the last position set by either the switch, navigation system or multimedia system.(Customizable features:Customizable features)
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