How to Open & Jump Start Lexus with Battery Dead

A dead battery can be a frustrating and inconvenient experience, especially when you cannot start your Lexus. However, with a little know-how, you can jump-start your Lexus and get back on the road in no time. Jumpstarting a car is a simple process that can be done with a set of jumper cables and another working vehicle. This guide will provide step-by-step instructions for jump-starting a Lexus with a dead battery, including how to open the hood and locate the battery. We’ll also provide some tips and best practices to ensure your safety and vehicle safety while jump-starting. With this information, you can be prepared and confident the next time your Lexus battery dies, and get back on the road in no time.

Procedure

1. If the car battery is drained, the only way to open the trunk is by gaining access to the car with the manual key. 
2. Press the release on the keyfob and remove the vehicle’s manual key. 
3. First, check for a  keyhole in the trunk and use the key to unlock the trunk. If there is no keyhole in the trunk, you should see a keyhole in the driver’s door. 
   The cover should come off without much effort and will cause the hidden keyhole to be revealed.
   
4.  Put your key into the keyhole and turn it to unlock the driver’s door. 
5. Your car should open. 
6. Now that you have opened the car, press the trunk release button. If the trunk is electronically operated, it won’t unlock if the battery is dead. Pull the hood release and open the hood. 
   
7. Connect a jump box to the jump-starting terminals. Connect the positive (red) clamp to the positive terminal.
   
   
8. Connect the negative (black) clamp to an unpainted bolt on the frame. Do not connect directly to the negative battery terminal. 
9. Now that the vehicle is powered up insert the key in the ignition and turn it on.
   
   
10. Press the trunk release button. 

When the car battery dies on a Lexus, you can’t unlock the car by pressing the unlock button on the key fob.

Conclusion

In conclusion, jump-starting a Lexus with a dead battery is a simple and effective solution for getting back on the road. Whether you have a traditional gasoline-powered Lexus, a hybrid like the Lexus 450h or UX250h, or a luxury model like the Lexus RX350 or GS450h, the process of jump-starting is the same. Following the steps outlined in this guide, you can jump-start your Lexus quickly and easily. It is also important to take proper safety precautions, such as wearing gloves and ensuring the vehicles are not touching, to prevent any electrical hazards. After jump-starting your Lexus, it is advisable to drive it for a while to allow the battery to recharge and to have it checked by a mechanic to determine the cause of the dead battery and prevent future incidents. With these tips in mind, you can jump-start your Lexus confidently and keep your vehicle running smoothly, no matter the model.

We hope you find the Open Lexus Trunk – Battery Dead guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Lexus.