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Lexus IS Stuck in Transport Mode

Hey, my 2018 Lexus IS hybrid is stuck in 'transport mode' with 99304 km on it. I bought it new, so it should have been deactivated before I got it. Electrical stuff is acting up, and the navigation doesn't work. I've checked the key fob and tried resetting the engine, but nothing's worked. Anyone else had this happen with their Lexus IS? I'm thinking it might be an immobilizer thing, needs a diagnostic check.

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walter_friedrich31

I have a Lexus IS, but not the hybrid. I had something similar happen shortly after I got mine. The electrical system was acting weird, and some features were disabled. It was because of an incomplete initialization process. Have you looked in the manual about turning off transport mode?

marvinshadow1 (Author)

Thanks for the quick reply. What do you mean by 'incomplete initialization process'? I checked the manual, but it just says to contact the dealer about transport mode. Were you able to fix it yourself, or did you need a professional?

walter_friedrich31

My problem was similar, and I couldn't fix it myself either. I'd suggest booking an appointment with a qualified Lexus technician. They'll have the right tools and know-how to diagnose and fix it. It's important to make sure everything's set up right for the best performance and safety.

marvinshadow1 (Author)

Thanks for the advice. I contacted the dealership, and they said it was incorrectly configured when it was initially set up. They fixed it, and it's working fine now. The repair was covered under warranty, so it didn't cost me anything. Thanks again; your suggestion was a big help.

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