Starting Engine With Flat Key
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lexus GS 430 and 2002 Lexus GS 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the key plate from the key case.
- Insert the key plate into the ignition switch. The indicator light keeps flashing.
- Bring the key case closer to the ignition switch within 10 seconds. The indicator light goes out. This means the engine immobilizer system is automatically canceled. You can put the key case away then. You cannot cancel the engine immobilizer system if 10 seconds have pasted after you inserted the key plate. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from step 2.
- Start the engine within 60 seconds after the security indicator light goes out. You cannot start the engine if 60 seconds have pasted after the security indicator went off. You need to remove the key plate from the ignition switch and try it again from step 2.