Lexus 2011 RX350 - Maintenance and Repairs

Lexus 2011 RX350

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Table of Contents

Contents1
Table of Contents2
Instrument Panel3
Overview3
Electronic Key7
Mechanical Key7
Wireless Remote Control7
Keys7
- Entering the Vehicle8
- Exiting the Vehicle8
- Locking and Unlocking the Back Door8
Smart Access System with Push-Button Start8
- Engine Immobilizer System9
- Alarm9
- Steering Lock9
Theft Deterrent System9
- Stopping the Engine10
- Engine (Ignition) Switch10
- Starting the Engine10
- Screen Display (Parking Assist)11
Intuitive Parking Assist11
- Trip Information Contents12
- Switching Display Items12
Multi-Information Display and Switch12
- Electronic Features Control Contents13
- Eco Driving Indicator14
- Cruise Control15
- Setting the Speed15
- Canceling the Cruise Control15
- Adjusting the Speed Setting15
- Constant Speed Control Mode16
- Cruise Control Display16
- Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode16
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control16
- Canceling the Dynamic Cruise Control17
Turn Signal Lever17
- Head-Up Display Switches18
- Head-Up Display Contents18
Headlights19
Intermittent Wiper with Interval Adjuster20
Windshield Wipers and Washer20
- Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers21
- Automatic High Beam22
Rear Window Wiper and Washer23
- Basic Operation24
- Register Home26
- Search Points of Interest by Telephone Number30
  - Bluetooth Phone Pairing31
  - Hands-Free System for Cellular Phone (with Navigation System)31
- Phonebook Transfer32
- Registering a Speed Dial33
- Calling by Name34
- Calling by Number42
- Basic Operation52
- Voice Command System52
- Command List53
Portable Audio Device Ports58
- Stolen Vehicle Location59
- Automatic Collision Notification59
Safety Connect59
- Emergency Assistance Button (SOS)60
- Enhanced Roadside Assistance60
- Safety Connect Features61
- Destination Assist61
- Edestination/XM Sports and Stocks61
Lexus Enform with Safety Connect61
- XM Navweather62
- XM Navtraffic62
- Lexus Insider62
- Voice Command62
- Rear Door Child-Protector Lock63
- Door Locks63
- Locking the Vehicle from Inside63
- Locking the Vehicle from Outside63
- Power Windows64
Moon Roof64
- Back Door Opener Button65
- Power Back Door Switches (with Power Back Door)65
- Back Door Closer (with Power Back Door)66
- Fuel Tank Cap66
- Turning the Power Back Door System on and off (with Power Back Door)66
- List of Warning/Indicator Lights67
- If the Electronic Key Does Not Operate Properly69
- If the Engine Doesn't Start70
- Electronic Key Alarm71
- Table of Contents76
- Exterior82
- Pictorial Index82
- Vehicle View82
- Interior84
- Instrument Panel Overview89
- Luggage Compartment94
- Accessories, Spare Parts and Modification96
- For Your Information96
- Installation of a Mobile Two-Way Radio System96
- Main Owner’s Manual96
- Noise from under Vehicle after Turning off the Engine96
- General Precaution Regarding Children’s Safety97
- General Precautions While Driving97
- Perchlorate Material97
- Scrapping97
- Symbols Used in Illustrations98
- Symbols Used Throughout this Manual98
- Key Information99
- Card Key100
- Using the Mechanical Key100
- Key Number Plate101
- When Required to Leave the Vehicle’s Key with a Parking Attendant101
- When Riding in an Aircraft101
- Carrying the Electronic Key on Your Person102
- To Prevent Key Damage102
- When a Vehicle Key Is Lost102
- Precautions for Handling the Card Key103
- Opening, Closing and Locking the Doors104
- Unlocking and Locking the Back Door105
- Unlocking and Locking the Side Doors (Front Door Handles Only)105
- Antenna Location and Effective Range106
- Operation Signals (Doors)107
- Alarms and Warning Indicators (Doors)108
- Security Feature (Doors)108
- Battery-Saving Function109
- Note for the Entry Function110
- Notes for Locking the Doors111
- Notes for the Unlocking Function111
- When the Vehicle Is Not Driven for Extended Periods111
- Electronic Key Battery Depletion112
- To Operate the Smart Access System Properly112
- Caution Regarding Interference with Electronic Devices115
- Wireless Remote Control Overview116
- Door Lock Buzzer117
- Back Door Operation118
- Panic Mode118
- Side Doors120
- Impact Detection Door Lock Release System121
- Locking the Front Doors from the Outside Without a Key121
- Back Door123
- Opening the Back Door from Outside the Vehicle123
- Canceling the Power Back Door System (Vehicles with a Power Back Door)125
- Power Back Door Switch (Vehicles with a Power Back Door)125
- Back Door Closer (Vehicles with a Power Back Door)126
- Back Door Handle126
- Luggage Compartment Lights126
- The Power Back Door Can be Operated When126
- After the Back Door Has Been Opened and then Closed127
- Jam Protection Function (Vehicles with a Power Back Door)127
- Power Back Door Operation127
- After Disconnecting the Battery or Changing a Fuse128
- If the Back Door Opener Is Inoperative128
- Back Door Closer130
- Caution on Power Back Door131
- Jam Protection Function (Vehicle with a Power Back Door)132
- Back Door Damper Stays133
- To Prevent Back Door Closer Malfunction133
- To Prevent Damage to the Power Back Door133
- Adjustable Components (Seats, Mirrors, Steering Wheel)134
- Flattening the Front Seatbacks134
- Front Seats134
- Power Easy Access System (Vehicles with Driving Position Memory)136
- Active Head Restraints137
- The Auto Away Function for Exiting the Driver Seat137
- Seat Adjustment138
- Folding down the Rear Seatbacks139
- Rear Seats139
- Folding down the Rear Center Seatback141
- After Returning the Rear Seatback to the Upright Position142
- Stowing the Center Seat Belt Buckle142
- Driving Position Memory143
- Entering a Position to Memory143
- Recalling the Memorized Position143
- Linking Driving Position Memory with Door Unlock Operation144
- Canceling the Linked Door Unlock Operation145
- Correct Seat Position145
- Stopping Seat Position Operation Part-Way through145
- When the Power Easy Access System Is Activated145
- Head Restraints Installation146
- Head Restraints Removal146
- Adjusting the Height of the Head Restraints147
- Fastening and Releasing the Seat Belt148
- Seat Belts Correct Use148
- Adjusting the Seat Belt Shoulder Anchor Height (Front Seats)149
- Seat Belt Comfort Guide (Outside Rear Seats)149
- Seat Belt Pretensioners (Front and Outside Rear Seats)150
- Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)151
- Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)151
- Pre-Collision Seat Belts151
- Pregnant Women151
- Child Seat Belt Usage152
- Replacing the Belt after the Pretensioner Has Been Activated152
- Seat Belt Extender152
- Adjustable Shoulder Anchor153
- Caution on Seat Belt Pretensioners153
- Caution on Wearing a Seat Belt153
- Child Restraint Lock Function Belt Precaution154
- Seat Belt Damage and Wear154
- Using a Seat Belt Comfort Guide154
- Caution on Using a Seat Belt Extender155
- Auto Tilt Away156
- Steering Wheel156
- Automatic Adjustment of the Steering Position157
- The Steering Wheel Can be Adjusted When157
- Adjusting the Height of Rear View Mirror158
- Anti-Glare Inside Rear View Mirror158
- To Prevent Sensor Error158
- Manually Folding and Extending the Mirrors160
- Outside Rear View Mirrors160
- Automatically Folding and Extending the Mirrors161
- Linked Mirror Function When Reversing161
- Mirror Angle Can be Adjusted When161
- Auto Anti-Glare Function162
- Automatic Adjustment of the Mirror Angle162
- Opening and Closing the Windows and Moon Roof163
- Power Windows Operation163
- Window Lock Switch163
- Jam Protection Function164
- Operating the Power Windows after Turning the Engine off164
- The Power Windows Can be Operated When164
- When the Power Window Does Not Close Normally164
- Moon Roof Operation166
- Operating the Moon Roof after Turning the Engine off167
- The Moon Roof Can be Operated When167
- If the Moon Roof Closes but then Re-Opens Slightly168
- If the Moon Roof Tilts down but then Tilts Back up168
- When the Moon Roof Does Not Close Normally168
- Caution on Opening and Closing the Moon Roof169
- Opening the Fuel Tank Cap170
- Refueling170
- Closing the Fuel Tank Cap171
- If the Fuel Filler Door Opener Is Inoperable171
- When Refueling the Vehicle172
- Deactivating or Stopping the Alarm176
- Setting the Alarm System176
- Alarm-Operated Door Lock177
- Items to Check before Locking the Vehicle177
- Triggering of the Alarm177
- Theft Prevention Labels (for U.S.A.)179
- Correct Driving Posture180
- SRS Airbags182
- SRS Airbag System Components184
- If the SRS Airbags Deploy (Inflate)185
- SRS Airbag Deployment Conditions186
- Conditions under Which the SRS Airbags May Deploy Other than Collision187
- Types of Collisions that May Not Deploy the SRS Airbags187
- When to Contact Your Lexus Dealer (SRS Airbag)189
- SRS Airbag Precautions190
- Modification and Disposal of SRS Airbag System Components194
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System195
- Condition/Operation in Front Passenger Occupant Classification System196
- Front Passenger Occupant Classification System Precautions198
- Child Restraint Systems200
- Types of Child Restraints200
- Selecting an Appropriate Child Restraint System201
- Child Restraint Precautions202
- When the Child Restraint System Is Not in Use203
- Installing Child Restraints204
- Installation with LATCH System205
- Installing Child Restraints Using a Seat Belt207
- Booster Seat210
- Child Restraint Systems with a Top Tether Strap211
- Removing a Child Restraint Installed with a Seat Belt211
- When Installing a Child Restraint System213
- Do Not Use a Seat Belt Extender When214
- To Correctly Attach a Child Restraint System to the Anchors214
- Driving the Vehicle216
- Parking the Vehicle216
- Starting off on a Steep Uphill216
- Stopping216
- Breaking in217
- Driving in the Rain217
- Drum-In-Disc Type Parking Brake System217
- When Driving on Slippery Road Surfaces220
- When Shifting the Shift Lever220
- When the Vehicle Is Stopped220
- When the Vehicle Is Parked - Caution221
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck222
- When Braking the Vehicle222
- When Taking a Nap in the Vehicle222
- Avoiding Damage to Vehicle Parts223
- If You Get a Flat Tire While Driving223
- When Driving the Vehicle223
- When Parking the Vehicle223
- When Encountering Flooded Roads224
- Engine Ignition Switch225
- Starting the Engine/Stopping the Engine225
- Changing “Engine Start Stop” Switch Modes226
- Auto Power off Function227
- Operation of the “Engine Start Stop” Switch227
- When Stopping the Engine with Shift Lever in a Position Other than P227
- Steering Lock Motor Overheating Prevention228
- When the Steering Lock Cannot be Released228
- Symptoms Indicating a Malfunction with “Engine Start Stop” Switch230
- To Prevent Battery Discharge230
- Automatic Transmission231
- Shift Position Purpose231
- Shifting the Shift Lever231
- Selecting Snow Mode232
- Changing Shift Ranges in S Mode233
- Shift Ranges and Their Functions233
- Ai-Shift234
- Downshift Restriction Warning Buzzer (S Mode)234
- Snow Mode Automatic Deactivation234
- Turn Signal Lever Operation235
- Parking Brake236
- Horn237
- Gauges and Meters238
- Instrument Cluster238
- Changing the Display239
- Instrument Panel Light Control Buttons239
- Indicators and Warning Lights240
- Indicators242
- If a Safety System Warning Light Does Not Come on244
- Warning Lights244
- Multi-Information Display245
- Multi-Information Switches245
- Display Contents246
- Trip Information248
- Conditions for Ending Electronic Features Control249
- Electronic Features Control Can be Turned On/Off When249
- Outside Temperature Display250
- The Multi-Information Display at Low Temperatures250
- Head-Up Display251
- Display Adjustment253
- Head-Up Display Main Switch253
- Before Using the Head-Up Display254
- Display Customization254
- Headlight Switch256
- Operating the Lights and Windshield Wipers256
- AFS (Adaptive Front-Lighting System)258
- Deactivating AFS258
- Turning on the High Beam Headlights258
- Daytime Running Light System259
- Headlight Control Sensor259
- Automatic Headlight Leveling System260
- Automatic Light off System260
- Activating the Automatic High Beam System261
- Turning the High Beam On/Off Manually262
- Camera Sensor Detection Information263
- High Beam Automatic Turning on or off Conditions263
- Limitations of the Automatic High Beam263
- The Automatic High Beam Can be Operated When263
- If the Automatic High Beam Indicator Flashes265
- Temporary Lowering Sensor Sensitivity265
- Notes When Using the Automatic High Beam System266
- Fog Light Switch267
- Intermittent Wipers with Interval Adjuster269
- Effects of Vehicle Speed on Wiper Operation271
- If no Windshield Washer Fluid Sprays272
- Raindrop Sensor (Vehicles with Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers)272
- Rear Window Wiper and Washer Operation274
- Headlight Cleaner Switch275
- Cruise Control Operation276
- Setting the Vehicle Speed276
- Adjusting the Set Speed277
- Canceling and Resuming the Constant Speed Control277
- Accelerating278
- Automatic Cruise Control Cancelation278
- Cruise Control Can be Set When278
- If the Cruise Control Indicator Light Flashes278
- Situations Unsuitable for Cruise Control279
- To Avoid Operating the Cruise Control by Mistake279
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Operation280
- Selecting Cruise Mode280
- Driving in the Selected Cruise Control Mode281
- Selecting Conventional Constant Speed Control Mode281
- Changing the Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance283
- Driving in Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control Mode284
- Approach Warning285
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Can be Set When285
- Switching Modes285
- Automatic Cancelation of Constant Speed Control286
- Automatic Cancelation of Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control286
- Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Settings286
- Radar Sensor and Grille Cover287
- Before Using Dynamic Radar Cruise Control288
- Cautions Regarding the Driving Assist Systems289
- To Avoid Inadvertent Dynamic Radar Cruise Control Activation289
- Situations Unsuitable for Dynamic Radar Cruise Control290
- When the Sensor May Not be Correctly Detecting the Vehicle Ahead290
- Handling the Radar Sensor291
- Incorrect Function of Vehicle-To-Vehicle Distance Control291
- To Ensure the Radar Sensor Functions Correctly291
- Intuitive Parking Assist Operation292
- Setting the Intuitive Parking Assist Mode292
- Front Corner Sensors294
- Rear Corner Sensors294
- The Distance Display and Buzzer294
- Rear Center Sensors295
- Detection Range of the Sensors296
- The Intuitive Parking Assist Can be Operated When296
- Sensor Detection Information297
- Caution When Using the Intuitive Parking Assist298
- Rear View Monitor System (Rear View Mirror-Attached Type)299
- Displayed Area300
- Switching the Screen On/Off300
- The Rear View Monitor System Can be Operated When300
- Rear View Monitor System Camera301
- Smear Effect301
- Conditions Which May Affect the Rear View Monitor System302
- Driving Assist Systems303
- When the VSC/TRAC Systems Are Operating304
- Disabling the TRAC/VSC Systems305
- EPS Operation Sound306
- Reactivation of the TRAC /VSC Systems after Turning off the Engine306
- Reduced Effectiveness of the EPS System306
- Sounds and Vibrations Caused by ABS, Brake Assist, VSC/TRAC Systems306
- Stopping Distance When the ABS Is Operating307
- The ABS Does Not Operate Effectively When307
- TRAC May Not Operate Effectively When307
- Cautions on VSC308
- All-Wheel Drive Lock Switch (AWD Models)309
- Hill-Start Assist Control310
- 2-4. Using Other Driving Systemshill-Start Assist Control Buzzer311
- If the Slip Indicator Comes on311
- Pre-Collision Brake Assist312
- Pre-Collision Seat Belts (Front Seat Belt Only)312
- Pre-Collision System312
- Radar Sensor312
- The Pre-Collision System Is Operational When313
- Obstacles Not Detected314
- Limitations of the Pre-Collision System315
- Off-Road Vehicle Feature316
- Utility Vehicle Precautions316
- Off-Road Vehicle Precautions317
- Off-Road Driving318
- To Prevent Water Damage319
- Inspection after Off-Road Driving320
- When You Drive through Water320
- Capacity and Distribution321
- Cargo and Luggage321
- Storage Precautions323
- Things that Must Not be Carried in the Luggage Compartment323
- Roof Luggage Carrier Precautions324
- Vehicle Load Limits325
- Pre-Winter Preparations326
- Winter Driving Tips326
- Selecting Tire Chains327
- Driving with Snow Tires328
- Tire Chain Installation328
- Fitting Tire Chains329
- Trailer Towing330
- Weight Limits331
- Towing Related Term332
- Hitch and Tow Hitch Receiver333
- Trailer Tongue Load333
- Selecting Trailer Ball334
- Tow Hitch Receiver334
- Connecting Trailer Lights335
- Trailer Towing Tips336
- Before Towing338
- Break-In Schedule338
- Towing and Maintenance338
- Trailer Towing Precautions339
- Caution on Hitches340
- When Towing a Trailer340
- Directly Splicing Trailer Lights341
- Safety Chain341
- When Installing a Trailer Hitch341
- Dinghy Towing342
- Automatic Air Conditioning System344
- Adjusting the Settings Manually (Air Conditioning)346
- Switching between Outside Air and Recirculated Air Modes347
- Adjusting the Position of and Opening and Closing the Air Outlets348
- Defogging the Windshield348
- Air Conditioning System Settings349
- Using Automatic Mode (Air Conditioning)349
- Using the System in Recirculated Air Mode349
- Air Conditioning Odors350
- To Prevent the Windshield from Fogging up350
- When Outside Air Temperature Is below 32 Degrees F (0 Degrees C)350
- Rear Window Defogger Switch351
- Windshield Wiper De-Icer352
- Audio System353
- Using Mobile Phones356
- Using the Radio357
- Scanning Radio Stations (Excluding XM Satellite Radio)360
- Setting Station Presets (Excluding XM Satellite Radio)360
- RDS (Radio Data System) (Type a and B)361
- Receiving RDS Broadcasts361
- XM Satellite Radio (Type a and B)362
- Displaying Text Information363
- Scanning the XM Satellite Radio Channels363
- Receiving XM Satellite Radio (Type a and B)364
- Reception Sensitivity364
- If the Satellite Radio Does Not Operate Normally365
- Using the CD Player367
- Loading a CD370
- Loading Multiple Cds370
- Ejecting Cds371
- Selecting, Fast-Forwarding, Reversing and Scanning Tracks371
- Playing and Pausing Tracks372
- Random Playback372
- Selecting a CD372
- Repeat Play373
- Switching the Display373
- Discs that Can be Used374
- When “Error” or “Wait” Is Shown on the Display374
- Cds and Adapters that Cannot be Used375
- CD Player Precautions376
- Playing MP3 and WMA Discs377
- Fast-Forwarding and Reversing Files380
- Selecting and Scanning a Folder380
- Playing and Pausing Files381
- Selecting and Scanning Files381
- When “Error”, “Wait” or “No Music” Is Shown on the Display383
- MP3 and WMA Files384
- Compatible Disc Formats385
- Discs Containing Multi-Session Recordings385
- File Names385
- ID3 and WMA Tags385
- Extensions386
- MP3 and WMA Playback386
- Playback of MP3 Files386
- Connecting an Ipod387
- Ipod Operation387
- Selecting a Play Mode (Ipod)389
- Play Mode List (Ipod)390
- Selecting a List390
- Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding Songs (Ipod)391
- Playing and Pausing Songs (Ipod)391
- Selecting Songs (Ipod)391
- Shuffle Playback (Ipod)391
- Adjusting Sound Quality and Volume Balance (Ipod)392
- Ipod Functions (Ipod)392
- Compatible Models (Ipod)393
- Error Messages (Ipod)393
- Routing Portable Audio Device Cables (Ipod)393
- To Prevent Damage to Ipod394
- Connecting a USB Memory395
- Operating a USB Memory395
- USB Memory Functions399
- USB Memory400
- MP3 File Compatibility401
- To Prevent Damage to USB Memories403
- Optimal Use of the Audio System404
- Adjusting Sound Quality and Volume Balance405
- Turning the Automatic Sound Levelizer (ASL) On/Off406
- Using the AUX Port407
- Operating Portable Audio Devices Connected to the Audio System408
- When Using a Portable Audio Device Connected to the Power Outlet408
- Using the Steering Wheel Audio Switches409
- Adjusting the Volume410
- Changing the Audio Source410
- Selecting a Radio Station410
- Selecting a Track/File or Song410
- Canceling Automatic Selection of a Radio Station411
- Selecting a Disc in the CD Player411
- Selecting a Folder (Type A)411
- Selecting an Album (Type a and B)411
- Bluetooth Audio System412
- Conditions under Which the Bluetooth System will Not Operate412
- Compatible Models (Bluetooth)413
- Using the Bluetooth Audio System415
- Operating the Bluetooth System Using Voice Commands416
- Using the Bluetooth Audio System for the First Time417
- Menu List of the Bluetooth Audio System418
- Operations that Cannot be Performed While Driving419
- Situations that the System May Not Recognize Your Voice419
- When Using a Voice Command419
- Operating a Bluetooth Enabled Portable Player420
- Fast-Forwarding and Rewinding Tracks (Bluetooth)422
- Scanning Tracks (Bluetooth)422
- Selecting an Album (Bluetooth)422
- Selecting Tracks (Bluetooth)422
- Bluetooth Audio System Functions423
- Switching the Display (Bluetooth)423
- Setting up a Bluetooth Enabled Portable Player424
- Registering a Portable Player426
- Selecting a Portable Player to be Used426
- Changing the Registered Name of a Portable Player427
- Listing the Registered Portable Players428
- Changing the Passkey429
- Deleting a Registered Portable Player430
- Bluetooth Audio System Setup431
- Hands-Free System for Mobile Phones432
- Conditions under Which the Hands-Free System will Not Operate433
- When Using the Hands-Free System433
- Compatible Models (Hands-Free System)434
- Using the Hands-Free System (for Mobile Phones)436
- Steering Wheel Switches (Hands-Free System for Mobile Phones)437
- Operating the System Using Voice Commands438
- Using the Hands-Free Phone System for the First Time439
- Menu List of the Hands-Free Phone System440
- Using a Short Cut Key442
- Automatic Volume Adjustment443
- Making a Phone Call444
- Dialing by Inputting a Name445
- Dialing by Inputting a Number445
- Speed Dialing445
- Call Waiting446
- Transferring a Call446
- When Receiving a Phone Call446
- Using the Call History Memory447
- Setting a Mobile Phone449
- Registering a Mobile Phone450
- Selecting a Mobile Phone to be Used450
- Changing the Registered Name of a Mobile Phone451
- Listing the Registered Mobile Phones452
- Deleting a Registered Mobile Phone453
- Security and System Setup455
- Security Setting Items and Operation Procedures455
- System Setup Items and Operation Procedures455
- Locking or Unlocking the Phone Book456
- Setting or Changing the PIN456
- Displaying the Bluetooth Device Address and Name457
- Setting Voice Guidance Volume457
- Initializing the System458
- Adding a New Phone Number459
- Using the Phone Book459
- Inputting a Phone Number461
- Selecting a Phone Number from Outgoing or Incoming Call History461
- Changing the Registered Name in the Phone Book462
- Listing the Registered Data463
- Setting Speed Dials464
- Deleting Speed Dials465
- Deleting the Registered Data465
- Interior Lights List466
- Interior Lights467
- Personal Lights467
- Illuminated Entry System468
- Items that Should Not be Left in the Storage Spaces469
- List of Storage Features469
- Using the Storage Features469
- Glove Box470
- Bottle Holders/Door Pockets471
- Cup Holders472
- Cup Holder Insert473
- Items Unsuitable for the Cup Holder473
- Console Box474
- Trays in the Console Box474
- Auxiliary Boxes476
- Items Unsuitable for the under Tray477
- Under Tray477
- Sun Visors478
- Vanity Mirrors479
- Clock480
- Outside Temperature Display Overview481
- Instrument Panel Linked Brightness Control482
- Multi-Display Light Control (Vehicles Without a Navigation System)482
- Power Outlets483
- Appliances that May Not Operate Properly (120 VAC)485
- Routing Accessory Device Cables485
- To Avoid Damaging the Power Outlets485
- To Prevent the Fuse from Being Blown485
- Seat Heaters and Ventilators486
- Caution on Burns487
- To Prevent Damage to the Seat Heaters/Ventilators487
- Armrest488
- Coat Hooks489
- Items that Must Not be Hung on the Hook489
- Floor Mat490
- Cargo Hooks491
- Luggage Compartment Features491
- Luggage Cover493
- Removing the Luggage Covers494
- Installing the Rear Luggage Cover495
- Garage Door Opener496
- Programming the Homelink (for U.S.A. Owners)496
- Programming a Rolling Code System (for U.S.A. Owners)498
- Programming an Entry Gate (for U.S.A. Owners)498
- Operating Homelink499
- Programming Other Devices499
- Reprogramming a Button499
- Reprogramming a Homelink Button499
- Erasing the Entire Homelink Memory (All Three Programs)500
- Compass502
- Calibrating the Compass503
- Circling Calibration504
- Deviation Calibration504
- Conditions Unfavorable to Correct Operation505
- Safety Connect Service506
- Safety Connect Services Information508
- Safety Connect LED Light Indicators509
- Safety Connect Services509
- Emergency Assistance Button (“SOS”)510
- Roadside Assistance510
- Safety Information for Safety Connect511
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Exterior514
- Maintenance and Care514
- Cleaning the Exterior Lights516
- To Prevent Damage to the Windshield Wiper Arms516
- To Prevent Paint Deterioration/Corrosion on the Body and Components516
- When Using an Automatic Car Wash516
- Cleaning and Protecting the Vehicle Interior517
- Cleaning the Leather Areas517
- Cleaning the Synthetic Leather Areas517
- Caring for Leather Areas518
- Cleaning the Interior (Especially Instrument Panel)518
- Shampooing the Carpets518
- Water in the Vehicle518
- Cleaning Detergents519
- Cleaning the Inside of the Rear Window519
- Preventing Damage to Leather Surfaces519
- Maintenance Requirements520
- Handling of the Battery521
- General Maintenance522
- Vehicle Interior523
- Vehicle Exterior525
- Emission Inspection and Maintenance (I/M) Programs526
- Do-It-Yourself Service Precautions527
- If You Remove the Air Cleaner Filter529
- When Working Near the Electric Cooling Fan or Radiator Grille529
- When Working on the Engine Compartment529
- Hood530
- Positioning a Floor Jack531
- When Raising Your Vehicle532
- Engine Compartment533
- Engine Compartment Covers534
- Battery Cover535
- Engine Oil536
- After Changing the Engine Oil (U. S. A. Only)538
- Engine Oil Consumption538
- Used Engine Oil539
- When Replacing the Engine Oil539
- Coolant Selection540
- Engine Coolant540
- If the Coolant Level Drops Within a Short Time after Replenishing541
- When Adding Engine Coolant541
- Brake Fluid542
- Radiator and Condenser542
- After Recharging/Reconnecting the Battery544
- Battery Care544
- Battery Exterior544
- Before Recharging544
- Chemicals in the Battery545
- Emergency Measures Regarding Electrolyte545
- How to Recharge the Battery545
- Where to Safely Charge the Battery545
- When Recharging the Battery546
- Diluting Washer Fluid547
- Washer Fluid547
- Tire Rotation548
- Tires Check548
- Initializing the Tire Pressure Warning System549
- Installing Tire Pressure Warning Valves and Transmitters549
- The Tire Pressure Warning System549
- How to Initialize the Tire Pressure Warning System550
- Registering ID Codes551
- Replacing Tires and Wheels551
- Tire Life551
- When to Replace Your Vehicle’s Tires551
- All Season Tires/Snow Tires552
- Maximum Load of Tire552
- Summer Tires552
- Tire Types552
- If You Push the Tire Pressure Warning Reset Switch Accidentally553
- Routine Tire Inflation Pressure Checks553
- When the Initialization of Tire Pressure Warning System Has Failed553
- Caution on Tire Pressure Warning System Operation555
- When Initializing the Tire Pressure Warning System555
- When Inspecting or Replacing Tires555
- Driving on Rough Roads556
- If Tire Inflation Pressures Become Low While Driving556
- Repairing or Replacing Tires, Wheels, Tire Pressure Warning Valves556
- To Avoid Damage to the Tire Pressure Warning Valves and Transmitters556
- Tire Inflation Pressure557
- Effects of Incorrect Tire Inflation Pressure559
- Instructions for Checking Tire Pressure559
- Tire Inflation Pressure Check Interval559
- Proper Inflation Significance560
- When Inspecting and Adjusting Tire Inflation Pressure560
- Aluminum Wheel Precautions561
- Wheel Selection561
- Wheels561
- When Replacing Wheels561
- Replacing Tire Pressure Warning Valves and Transmitters562
- Air Conditioning Filter563
- Air Conditioning Filter Checking Interval564
- Air Conditioning Filter Cleaning564
- Electronic Key Battery Replacement566
- For Normal Operation after Replacing the Battery567
- If the Electronic Key Battery Is Discharged567
- Use a CR1632 Lithium Battery567
- Checking and Replacing Fuses568
- Fuse Layout and Amperage Ratings571
- Driver’s Side Instrument Panel - Fuses575
- After a Fuse Is Replaced578
- If There Is an Overload in the Circuit578
- Adjusting the Headlight Aim579
- Headlight Aim (Discharge Headlights)579
- Light Bulbs581
- Halogen Headlights582
- Rear Bulb Locations582
- Daytime Running Lights (Discharge Headlights)583
- Headlight High Beams and Daytime Running Lights583
- Replacing Light Bulbs583
- Headlight Low Beams (Halogen Headlights)584
- Front Turn Signal Lights585
- Parking Lights585
- Front Side Marker Lights586
- Rear Turn Signal and Tail Lights586
- Rear Side Marker Lights (Right Side)588
- Rear Side Marker Lights (Left Side)589
- Tail and Back-Up Lights589
- Lights Other than the above590
- Condensation Build-Up on the Inside of the Lens591
- Discharge Headlights591
- LED Bulbs591
- Caution on Discharge Headlights592
- Caution on Replacing Light Bulbs592
- Emergency Flashers593
- If Your Vehicle Needs to be Towed594
- Emergency Towing595
- Installing Towing Eyelets595
- Towing with a Sling-Type Truck596
- Towing with a Wheel-Lift Type Truck596
- Using a Flatbed Truck597
- Caution While Towing598
- Installing Towing Eyelets to the Vehicle598
- To Prevent Damaging the Vehicle When Towing599
- Audible Symptoms600
- If You Think Something Is Wrong600
- Operational Symptoms600
- Visible Symptoms600
- Fuel Pump Shut off System601
- Event Data Recorder602
- In a Crash or a Near Crash Event602
- Disclosure of the Data603
- If a Warning Light Turns on or a Warning Buzzer Sounds604
- Stop the Vehicle Immediately Warning604
- Have the Vehicle Inspected by Your Lexus Dealer Immediately605
- Follow the Correction Procedures606
- Electric Power Steering System Warning Light608
- Front Passenger Detection Sensor, Passenger Seat Belt Reminder608
- If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes on While Driving608
- SRS Warning Light608
- The Tire Pressure Warning Light May Come on Due to Natural Causes609
- When a Tire Is Replaced with a Spare Tire609
- When the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on609
- If the Tire Pressure Warning System Is Not Functioning610
- If Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on after Flashing for 1 Minute610
- If the Tire Pressure Warning Light Comes on611
- When the Power Steering Warning Light Comes on611
- Caution on Maintenance of the Tires612
- If a Warning Message Is Displayed614
- Have the Malfunction Repaired Immediately625
- Warning Light Display in Radar Cruise Mode632
- Before Jacking up the Vehicle633
- If You Have a Flat Tire633
- Location of the Spare Tire, Jack and Tools634
- Taking out the Jack635
- Taking out the Spare Tire638
- Replacing a Flat Tire639
- Installing the Spare Tire640
- The Compact Spare Tire642
- Precautions on Replacing a Flat Tire643
- Precautions on Using the Tire Jack643
- When the Compact Spare Tire Is Attached644
- When Using the Compact Spare Tire644
- Speed Limit When Using the Compact Spare Tire645
- If the Engine will Not Start646
- The Starter Motor Does Not Turn over646
- The Starter Motor Turns over Slowly646
- Emergency Start Function647
- Interior Lights and Head Lights Do Not Turn On, or Horn Does Not Sound647
- If the Shift Lever Cannot be Shifted from P648
- Locking and Unlocking the Doors and Key Linked Functions650
- Changing “Engine Start Stop” Switch Modes and Starting the Engine651
- If the Battery Is Discharged653
- Starting the Engine When the Battery Is Discharged654
- When the Battery Is Removed or Discharged654
- Avoiding Battery Fires or Explosions655
- Battery Precautions655
- If Your Vehicle Overheats656
- To Prevent Accident When Inspecting under the Hood of Your Vehicle657
- If the Vehicle Becomes Stuck in Mud, Dirt, or Snow659
- If the Engine Has to be Turned off While Driving660
- If Your Vehicle Has to be Stopped in an Emergency660
- Dimensions and Weights664
- Maintenance Data664
- Specifications664
- Engine Number665
- Vehicle Identification Number665
- Engine Data666
- Fuel Data666
- Engine Oil Selection667
- Lubrication System Data667
- Recommended Oil Viscosity667
- How to Read Oil Container Label668
- Cooling System Data669
- Ignition System Data669
- Automatic Transaxle Data670
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Type670
- Electrical System Data670
- Brakes Data671
- Rear Differential Data (AWD Models)671
- Transfer Data(AWD Models)671
- Steering Data672
- Tires and Wheels Data672
- Light Bulbs Data675
- Fuel Information676
- Fuel Tank Opening for Unleaded Gasoline676
- Gasoline Quality676
- If Your Engine Knocks676
- Gasoline Quality Standards677
- Fuel-Related Poor Driveability678
- Notice on Fuel Quality678
- When Refueling with Gasohol678
- Tire Information679
- Typical Tire Symbols679
- Typical DOT and Tire Identification Number (TIN)681
- Tire Size682
- Tire Section Names683
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading683
- Temperature A, B, C684
- Traction AA, A, B, C684
- Treadwear684
- Glossary of Tire Terminology685
- Customization692
- Customizable Features694
- Cautions During Customization700
- Multi-Information Display Customization700
- Initialization701
- Items to Initialize701
- Abbreviation/Acronym List717
- Alphabetical Index719
- Troubleshooting734
- Gas Station Information737
- Maintenance and Repairs739
- Complimentary Services743
- First Scheduled Maintenance Service743
- Second Scheduled Maintenance Service743
- Loaner Vehicle744
- Travel Protection744
- Roadside Assistance745
- Services Provided745
- Body Repairs746
- Other Benefits and Assistance746
- Quality Control746
- Vehicle Service Agreements746
- Vehicle Service History746
- The Smart Key747
- If You Need Assistance748
- Introduction748
- The Lexus Commitment753
- General Warranty Provisions755
- Your Warranties in Detail755
  - Your Rights under State Law756
  - Basic Warranty757
- New Vehicle Limited Warranty757
  - Powertrain Warranty757
  - Identification Number759
  - Dispute Resolution760
- Federal Emission Control Warranty761
  - Exhaust Gas Recirculation763
  - Ignition System763
  - Positive Crankcase Ventilation763
  - Dealer Certificate766
- California Emission Control Warranty767
- Tire Limited Warranty773
- General Information774
- Operation and Maintenance774
- Where to Go for Maintenance774
- Your Responsibilities774
- Obtaining Warranty Service776
- Outside the United States776
- Introduction778
- The Importance of Scheduled Maintenance778
- Maintenance and Lexus Warranty Coverage779
- Lexus Dealership Service780
  - After a Car Wash781
  - After Off-Road Driving781
  - Every 30 Days781
- General Maintenance and Regular Use781
  - When Cleaning the Exterior782
  - When Cleaning the Interior782
  - When Cleaning the Wheels782
- Determining Your Maintenance Interval: Months Vs. Mileage783
- Scheduled Maintenance Log783
- Special Operating Conditions783
- Complimentary First Scheduled Maintenance Service784
- Scheduled Maintenance Log784
  - 12 Months or 10,000 Miles787
  - 6 Months or 5,000 Miles787
  - 18 Months or 15,000 Miles788
  - 24 Months or 20,000 Miles789
  - 30 Months or 25,000 Miles789
  - 36 Months or 30,000 Miles790
  - 42 Months or 35,000 Miles791
  - 48 Months or 40,000 Miles791
  - 54 Months or 45,000 Miles792
  - 60 Months or 50,000 Miles793
  - 66 Months or 55,000 Miles793
  - 72 Months or 60,000 Miles794
  - 78 Months or 65,000 Miles795
  - 84 Months or 70,000 Miles795
  - 90 Months or 75,000 Miles796
  - 102 Months or 85,000 Miles797
  - 96 Months or 80,000 Miles797
  - 108 Months or 90,000 Miles798
  - 114 Months or 95,000 Miles799
  - 120 Months or 100,000 Miles799
  - 126 Months or 105,000 Miles800
  - 132 Months or 110,000 Miles801
  - 138 Months or 115,000 Miles801
  - 144 Months or 120,000 Miles802
  - 150 Months or 125,000 Miles803
  - 156 Months or 130,000 Miles803
  - 162 Months or 135,000 Miles804
  - 168 Months or 140,000 Miles805
  - 174 Months or 145,000 Miles805
  - 180 Months or 150,000 Miles806
  - Air Conditioner Filter807
  - Body Inspection807
  - Brake Fluid807
- Explanation of Maintenance Items807
  - Differential Oil808
  - Drive Belt808
  - Drive Shaft808
  - Engine Air Filter808
  - Engine Coolant809
  - Timing Chain811
  - Tire Rotation811
- Vehicle Identification812
- Index813
- Warranty Coverages815

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