Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Lexus ES 300FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Key Code Erasure: Notes
NOTE:
- Delete all the other master and sub-key codes than a master key code to use the erasing operation. When using the key which was used for deletion, it is necessary to register the code again.
- When any operation time described below is over, registration mode will be stopped forcibly.
- When the next procedure is started while the timer is working, the timer stops working, then the next timer starts.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.