2008 LEXUS RX400H fuse

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
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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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3-6. Other interior features
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■The power outlet can be used when12 V
The engine switch is in the ACC or ON position.
115 VAC
The engine switch is in the ON position.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlet
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent the fuse from being blown
12 V
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
115 VAC
Do not use a 115 VAC appliance that requires more than 100 W.
If a 115 VAC appliance that consumes more than 100 W is used, the protection
circuit will cut the power supply.
Luggage compartment
(115 VAC*)
Main switch
To use the power outlet, turn
on the main switch.
Power outlet socket
*: If equipped

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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
Headlight aim (vehicles with discharge
headlights) ............................ 364
Light bulbs................................ 365

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ItemsParts and tools
Engine oil level (→P. 3 1 8 )
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or
equivalent
• Rag or paper towel, funnel (used
only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (→ P. 3 5 2 )• Fuse with same amperage rating as
original
Headlight aim ( →P. 364)• Phillips-head screwdriver
Radiator and condenser (→P. 3 2 5 )
Tire inflation pressure ( →P. 3 4 0 )• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Wa s h e r f l u i d ( →P. 3 2 9 )
• Water washer fluid containing anti-
freeze (for winter use)
•Funnel

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Engine compartment
Brake fluid reservoir(→P. 325)
Engine oil level dipstick (→P. 318)
Engine oil filler cap (→P. 318)
Power control unit coolant
reservoir ( →P. 323)
Fuse boxes ( →P. 352)Engine coolant radiator
(→P. 325)
Condenser ( →P. 325)
Power control unit coolant
radiator ( →P. 325)
Electric cooling fans
Engine coolant reservoir (→P. 323)
12-volt battery ( →P. 327)
Washer fluid tank (→P. 329)

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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the engine switch to the LOCK position.
Remove the engine compartment cover. ( →P. 317)
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tabs in and lift the lid
off.STEP1
STEP2
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Driver's side instrument panelRemove the lid.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings”
(→ P. 355) for details about which fuse to check.
Remove the fuse with the pull-
out tool.
STEP4
STEP5

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Check if the fuse has blown.Type A
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace it with one of an appro-
priate amperage rating. The
amperage rating can be found
on the fuse box lid.
Type B and C
Type B
Type C
Normal fuse
Blown fuse
Replace it with one of an appro-
priate amperage rating. The
amperage rating can be found
on the fuse box lid.
STEP6