Hi guys I bought 2001 LS430 done 158 miles and seems good working conditions
i have two issues i hope some one can help

Trunk release working good but remote control button does not respond i tried to use the lock under the driver knee but no any hope
can any body find a solution or is there a fuse that control the opening trunk

Navigation is working but the maps seem old how i can update the maps which version i can buy


wondering if any of you guys had similar problems

Thanks

 

Congrats on the purchase.

Have you tried different keys?
I'm assuming the remote locks/unlocks the car?

You might have a faulty locking/unlocking sensor in the back. That sensors needs to feel you're close to it so that it can process opening the trunk. It's located in the right behind the rear bumper cover.

 

Thank you for your reply

I tried other buttons it does lock and unlock the doors and if you keep holding the unlock it will open all the windows and the sun roof too

and for the trunk actuator it works fine also i can find a small micro switch behind the bumper it is working
i think it is fuse issue but i dont know where and which one is it

 

you mean this sensor pls check the pic below

 

Not sure if you know, but I thought I had the same problem when I bought my first Lexus (ES 300). Try holding down the trunk button on the remote for 2 seconds.

 

that was my first attempt

 

Is the valet trunk lock on? Make sure it is off. If not, I would then look at the key itself.

 

Hi

Can you please explain how to turn it on or off ?
if you mean the lock near the release button located driver knee side , I already checked it
and it is working when i activated the release button stop working

 

Put the key in, turn, and make sure it is not engaged. Pushed in is on. You want it off.

 

yes i did it and it is functioning when it is not engaged the release button does not work and when it is not
the release button works
i have no problem at all with the driver side button my only concern is the remote control

 

I would look at the key fob next.

 

so you mean my key fob is the problem
is there any fuse i can check ?

 

You can test your Key FOB at most AutoZone Stores...

It's not a simple press the button on the key and the trunk will open like the doors, you have to hold the trunk button down for a few seconds....

Had the same issue when I got my LS, took me a few days to figure it out..

 

hi

I have done this test and all of the buttons looks active
please check my key

 

Your key does not look at all like a genuine 2001 LS key. That is likely your problem. Note the "Lock" and "Panic" button on the genuine LS key is the same button. The trunk release button is separate. Start with the correct key. These '01 - '03 keys are DIY self-programmable too (as long as there are remaining key "open slots" available on the onboard computer). See https://www.clublexus.com/forums/ls4...ansponder.html