2008 LEXUS RX400H heater

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
RX400h_U
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Using the DVD player (MP3 discs) ................................. 249
Using the video mode ................. 251
Changing the initial setting ...... 253
3-4. Using the interior lights .......... 260 Interior lights list........................... 260
• Interior lights ............................... 263
• Personal lights ............................ 264
3-5. Using the storage features .... 265 List of storage features............... 265
• Glove box..................................... 265
• Console boxes ........................... 266
• Coin holder................................. 268
• Overhead console.................... 269
• Cup holders................................. 269
• Door pockets ............................... 271
3-6. Other interior features........... 272 Sun visors......................................... 272
Vanity mirror .................................. 273
Clock ................................................. 274
Outside temperature display ............................................ 275
Multi-display light control ......... 276
Power outlets ................................. 277
Seat heaters ................................... 280
Armrest ............................................ 282
Floor mat......................................... 283
Luggage compartment features......................................... 284
Garage door opener.................. 287
Compass.......................................... 292 4-1. Maintenance and care............ 298
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ......................... 298
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior............................. 301
4-2. Maintenance............................. 304 Maintenance requirements .... 304
General maintenance ............... 306
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs ..................................... 309
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance ... 310 Do-it-yourself service precautions ................................... 310
Hood................................................... 313
Positioning a floor jack................ 314
Engine compartment................... 316
Tires .................................................... 331
Tire inflation pressure................ 340
Wheels.............................................. 344
Air conditioning filter.................. 346
Wireless remote control battery ........................................... 348
Rear seat entertainment system controller...................... 350
Checking and replacing fuses ................................................ 352
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Shift lever P. 135
Power outlet P. 277
Shift lock overridebutton
P. 419
Headlight cleaner switch ∗ P. 156
Power outlet P. 277
Seat heater switches ∗ P. 280
∗: If equipped

Interior features3
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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger ... 198
Automatic air conditioning system............. 198
Rear window and outside rear view mirror defoggers,
and windshield wiper
de-icer ................................... 204
3-2. Using the front audio system ........................... 205
Audio system type................. 205
Using the radio........................ 207
Using the CD player .............. 214
Playing back MP3 and
WMA discs........................... 220
Optimal use of the audio system .................................... 228
Using the steering wheel audio switches ....................... 231
3-3. Using the rear audio system ........................... 233
Rear seat entertainment system features ................... 233
Using the DVD player
(DVD video) .......................... 239
Using the DVD player (video CD) ............................. 246
Using the DVD player (audio CD/ CD text) .......... 248
Using the DVD player
(MP3 discs) ........................... 249
Using the video mode ............ 251 Changing the initial
setting ..................................... 253
3-4. Using the interior lights ............................. 260
Interior lights list .................... 260
• Interior lights ........................ 263
• Personal lights ..................... 264
3-5. Using the storage features ........................ 265
List of storage features......... 265
• Glove box .............................. 265
• Console boxes ..................... 266
• Coin holder........................... 268
• Overhead console.............. 269
• Cup holders .......................... 269
• Door pockets ........................ 271
3-6. Other interior features ........................ 272
Sun visors ................................. 272
Vanity mirror ........................... 273
Clock .......................................... 274
Outside temperature display...................................... 275
Multi-display light control .... 276
Power outlets ........................... 277
Seat heaters ............................ 280
Armrest .................................... 282
Floor mat .................................. 283
Luggage compartment features .................................. 284
Garage door opener ............ 287
Compass .................................. 292

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX400h_URear outlets
Direct air flow to the left or right,
up or down
Turn the knob up to open the
vent and down to close the vent
■Using the automatic mode
Fan speed is adjusted automatically in accordance with the temperature setting and
ambient conditions. As a result, the following may occur.
●The system may switch automatically to recirculated air mode when the coolest
temperature setting is selected in summer.
●Immediately after the switch is pressed, the fan may stop for a while until warm or
cool air is ready to flow.
●Cool air may flow to the area around the upper body when the heater is on.
■Using the system in recirculated air mode
The windows will fog up more easily if the recirculated air mode is used for an
extended period.
■Window defogger feature
Recirculated air mode may automatically switch to outside air mode in situations
where the windows need to be defogged.
■Outside air temperature approaches 32
°F (0 °C).
The air conditioning system may not operate even when is pressed.
■When the indicator light on flashes
Press and turn off the air conditioning system before turning it on once
more. There may be a problem in the air conditioning system if the indicator light
continues to flash. Turn the air conditioning system off and have it inspected by your
Lexus dealer.

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3-3. Using the rear audio system
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Interior features
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●Multi-angle feature: Allows you to enjoy the same scene at different angles.
●Multi-language feature: Allows you to select the language of the subtitles and
audio.
●Region codes: Region codes are provided on DVD players and DVD discs. If the
DVD video disc does not have the same region code as the DVD player, you can-
not play the disc on the DVD player.
●Audio: This DVD player can play liner PCM, Dolby digital, dts and MPEG audio
format DVD. Other decoded type cannot be played.
●Title and chapter: Video and audio programs stored on DVD video discs are
divided into sections by title and chapter.
●Title: The largest unit of the video and audio programs stored on DVD video discs.
Usually, one piece of a movie, one album, or one audio program is assigned as a
title.
●Chapter: A unit smaller than a title. A title comprises multiple chapters.
■Audio
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”,
and are trademarks of Dolby
 Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works.
1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
“dts” is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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3-6. Other interior features
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Seat heaters (if equipped)
■The seat heaters can be used when
The engine switch is in the ON position.
■When not in use
Turn the knob counterclockwise. The indicator light turns off.
Press the knob into the recessed position.
CAUTION
■Burns
●Use caution when seating the following persons in a seat with the seat heater on
to avoid the possibility of burns:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the disabled
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs,cold remedies, etc.)
●Do not cover the seat with anything when using the seat heater.
Using the seat heater with a blanket or cushion increases the temperature of the
seat and may lead to overheating.
Pops the switch out
ON
The indicator light comes on.
Adjusts the seat temperature
The further you turn the knob
clockwise, the warmer the seat
becomes.
Driver’s
seat Front
passenger’s
seat

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3-6. Other interior features
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NOTICE
■To prevent seat heater damage
Do not put unevenly weighted objects on the seat and do not stick sharp objects
(needles, nails, etc.) into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Turn the switches off when the hybrid system is off.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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■Cleaning the inside of the rear window
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna.
■Caring for leather areas
Lexus recommends cleaning the interior of the vehicle at least twice a year to main-
tain the quality of the vehicle’s interior.
■Shampooing the carpets
There are several commercial foaming-type cleaners available. Use a sponge or
brush to apply the foam. Rub in overlapping circles. Do not apply water. The excel-
lent results are obtained by keeping the carpet as dry as possible.
■Seat belts
Clean with mild soap and lukewarm water using a cloth or sponge. Also check the
belts periodically for excessive wear, fraying or cuts.
CAUTION
■Water in the vehicle
●Do not splash or spill liquid in the vehicle, such as on the floor, in the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) air vents.
Doing so may cause the hybrid battery, electrical components etc. to malfunction
or catch fire.
●Do not get any of the SRS components or wiring in the vehicle interior wet.
(→ P. 9 1 )
Electrical malfunction may cause the airbags to deploy or not function properly,
resulting in death or severe injury.