2006 LEXUS RX330 key

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82If either of the following conditions occurs, this indicates
a malfunction somewhere in the components monitored
by the warning light system. Contact your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible to service the vehicle.

The light does not come on when the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position, or remains on.
 The light comes on while you are driving.
A warning light turning on briefly during operation does not
indicate a problem.
CAUTION
If the “ABS” warning light remains on together with the
brake system warning light, immediately stop your
vehicle at a safe place and contact your Lexus dealer.
In this case, not only the antilock brake system will fail
but also the vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking.
(j) Open Door Warning Light and Buzzer
This light remains on until all the side doors and back door are
completely closed.
The light consists of a base light (shape of the vehicle) and 5
separate lights. Each light indicates which door is open.
If the vehicle speed rises above 5 km/h (3 mph) with any door
open, the buzzer will sound and the light keeps flashing until
the door is closed.
(k) Rear Light Failure Warning Light
If this light comes on when the headlight switch is turned on (at
the first or second clickstop), it indicates that one or more of the
tail lights are burned out.
Have defective bulbs replaced as soon as possible.

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(l) “VSC” Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
vehicle stability control system or traction control system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and will go off after a few seconds.
If the light comes on while driving, the vehicle stability control
system and traction control system do not work. However, as
conventional braking operates when applied, there is no
problem to continue your driving.
In the following cases, contact your Lexus dealer:
 The warning light does not come on after the ignition key is
turned to the “ON” position.
 The warning light remains on after the ignition key is turned
to the “ON” position.
 The warning light comes on while driving.
Tw o −wheel drive models only — The “TRAC OFF” indicator
light will come on when the “VSC” warning light comes on even
if the “TRAC OFF” switch is not pushed.
(m) Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Warning Light
(fourwheel drive models only)
This light warns that the automatic transmission fluid
temperature is too high.
If this light comes on while you are driving, slow down and pull
off the road. Stop the vehicle at a safe place and put the
selector lever in “P” and leave the engine idling until the light
goes off. If the light goes off, you can start the vehicle again.
If the light does not go off, call a Lexus dealer or qualified repair
shop for assistance.
NOTICE
Continued driving with the warning light on may
damage the automatic transmission.
(n) Low Washer Fluid Warning Light
This light comes on when the fluid level in the tank becomes
nearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.

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(o) Low Fuel Level Warning Light
This light comes on when the fuel level in the tank becomes
nearly empty. Fill the tank as soon as possible.
On inclines or curves, due to the movement of fuel in the tank,
the low fuel level warning light may come on earlier than usual.
(p) Automatic Headlight Leveling System Warning Light (vehicles with discharge headlight only)
This light warns that when there is a problem somewhere in the
automatic headlight leveling system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position, and will go off after a few seconds.
If it comes on while driving, have your vehicle checked by your
Lexus dealer.
(q) Low Tire Pressure Warning Light
This light warns that tire inflation pressure is critically low. The
light comes on when the ignition key is turned to the “ON”
position. It goes off after a few seconds. This indicates that the
low tire pressure warning system is functioning properly. If the light comes on while driving, adjust tire inflation pressure
to the specified level. (See “Specifications” on page 564.)
Once the
ignition switch is turned off, the warning light also go
off. If the light comes on again when the vehicle is started after
adjusting the tire inflation pressure to the specified level, have
the low tire pressure warning system checked at your Lexus
dealer.
If the light blinks once every second, the low tire pressure
warning system may be malfunctioning. Have the system
checked at your Lexus dealer.
If the light blinks twice every second, the low tire pressure
warning system needs to be initialized. For details, see “Tire
pressure warning system” on page 462.
(r) Dynamic Laser Cruise Control Master Warning Light
This light warns that there is a problem somewhere in the
dynamic laser cruise control system.
The light will come on when the ignition key is turned to the
“ON” position and will go off after a few seconds.
When the light comes on, the alarm sounds and the warning
code will appear on the display. At this time, the dynamic laser
cruise control is cancelled. For details, see “Dynamic laser
cruise control” on page 416.

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(s) Key Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to remove the key when you
open the driver’s door with the ignition key in the “ACC” or
“LOCK” position.
(t) Open Moon Roof Reminder Buzzer
This buzzer acts as a reminder to close the moon roof when
you turn the ignition key to the “ACC” or “LOCK” position an\
d
open the driver’s door.
How to check all the service reminder
indicators (except the low fuel level warning
light)
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Open the door.
The following service reminder indicator should come on. It
goes off when you close the door completely.13RY028
3. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position.
The following service reminder indicators should come on.
 Height control indicator lights
 Height control off indicator light
 Easy access mode indicator light
 Dynamic laser cruise control master warning light

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1Foot lights (on some models)
2Meter ring light
3Ignition switch light
4Center console spot lights
5Front interior light (with the “DOOR” position)
6Inside door handle lights (on some models)
7Rear interior light (with the “DOOR” position)
8Scuff plate lights (on some models)
All of the lights except the center console spot lights and
meter ring light will come on when any of the side doors
are opened.* After all the doors are closed, the lights
remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.** NOTE:
* The operating condition can be changed.
** The duration of lighting can be changed.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details. However, in
the following cases, the lights go out immediately:
 All of the lights except the center console spot lights and
meter ring light — All the side doors and back door are
locked.
 Ignition switch light, front interior light, rear interior light and
scuff plate lights — All the side doors are closed and the
ignition key is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
When any of the side doors is unlocked, all of the lights except
the center console spot light and meter ring light will come on
and remain on for about 15 seconds before fading out.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, all of the lights
will automatically turn off when the ignition key is removed and
the door is left opened for about 20 minutes.
Ignition switch light, front interior light, rear interior light
and scuff plate lights
The ignition switch light, front interior light, rear interior light and
scuff plate lights also come on and remain on for about 15
seconds before fading out when the ignition switch is turned to
the “LOCK” position.

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Foot lights and inside door handle lights
The foot lights and inside door handle lights also come on when
the ignition switch is in the “ON” position with the selector lever
in the “P” position. When the selector lever is moved out of the
“P” position, the foot lights and inside door handle lights will be
dimmed.*
NOTE:
* The foot lights and inside door handle lights can be set to
turn off when the selector lever is moved out of the “P”
position.
Ask your Lexus dealer for details.
When you turn the engine off, the lights remain on for about 15
seconds before fading out.
When the instrument panel light control knob is turned fully
counterclockwise, the foot lights will turn off.
Center console spot lights
The center console spot lights come on when the ignition
switch is in the “ACC” or “ON” position.
Meter ring light
The meter ring light comes on when the ignition switch is in the
“ON” position.
The light also come on and remain on for about 15 seconds
before fading out when the driver’s door is opened. However,
if the driver’s door is opened when you turn the engine off, the
light will not come on.
CLOCK
The digital clock indicates the time with the ignition key at
the “ACC” or “ON” position. To reset the hour, press the
“H” button. To reset the minutes, press the “M” button.
To adjust the time to the nearest hour, press the “:00”
button.
For example, if the “:00” button is pressed when the time is
between 9:30 — 9:59 or between 10:01 — 10:29, the time will
change to 10:00.
When the instrument panel lights are turned on, the brightness
of the display will be reduced.

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POWER OUTLETS
12 VDC
Center cluster
Tray under the rear console box
Luggage compartment
The power outlets are designed for power supply for car
accessories.
The ignition key must be in the “ACC” or “ON” position for t\
he
power outlets to be used.

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NOTICE
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the
electricity over the total vehicle capacity of 12V/120W
(all the outlets together).
 To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not
use the power outlets longer than necessary when
the engine is not running.
 Close the power outlet lids when the power outlets
are not in use. Inserting anything other than an
appropriate plug that fits the outlet, or allowing any
liquid into the outlet may cause electrical failure or
short circuits.
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This power outlet is designed for use as a power supply
for the audio device connected to the input terminal
adapter.
The key must be in the “ON” position for the power outlet to be
used.
The maximum capacity for this power outlet is 115 V AC/100W.
If you attempt to use an appliance that requires more than 115
VAC or 100W, the protection circuit will activate and cut the
power supply. The power supply will restart automatically
when you use an appliance that operates within the 115
VAC/100W limits.