If i find out how to fix it i ll post back.
Ls430 door lock will not open.
If you ve solved the problem by now though please let me know.
I know toyotas are notorious for this issue as six of my friends with toyotas and or lexuses have had the same issue.
Flip the key and open the door.
I unhooked the battery yesterday for 15 seconds and then reconnected it.
Spray the door key with a graphite based lubricant.
I have a 2002 ls430.
If the door does not allow the lock to be jimmied open it may be necessary to remove the door from its hinges.
Additionally the gas cap and trunk wont open with the buttons below the left of the steering wheel.
Door lock stuck in open position.
All other smart key functions fine.
I have a 2003 lexus ls430.
All door locks will not open with the key fob or with the buttons in the car.
I am having the exact same problem with my driver side door.
Insert a long sturdy item with a flat tip preferably a flat head screwdriver if available between the top rung of the door s top hinge and the head of the bolt securing the door to the hinge.
This fixed the doors locks the gas cap and trunk buttons but only for.
It is a 2003 rx300.
Ls430 2005 sedan smart key will not open nor lock the drivers side door.
Take the door off the hinges.
The solutions and severity of this issue will differ depending on what type of lock it is.
Slide the key in the lock and tap lightly on the key to lubricate the inside of the lock.
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Using the same lock unlock button on the drivers door slowly press lock unlock in 5 cycles 4.
Insert your key in ignition do not turn then remove key.
It s just the remote that will not open or lock the door.
The driver side door lock doesn t lock by remote or by pressing the door lock button on the driver door panel.