2008 LEXUS RX400H seat heaters

TABLE OF CONTENTSIndex
RX400h_U
4
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
4Maintenance and care

Interior features3
197
RX400h_U
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

280
3-6. Other interior features
RX400h_U
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

358
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX400h_U■
Engine compartment (type C)
41IGCT NO.510Hybrid system
FuseAmpereCircuit
42WAT E R P U M P10Air conditioning system
43SEAT HTR20Seat heaters
44IGCT NO.2 10Hybrid system
45IGCT NO.310Hybrid system, fuel pump
46IGCT NO.410Emission control system, transaxle
control system, air/fuel control system
FuseAmpereCircuit

360
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX400h_U
57RR FOG 7. 5No circuit
58AIR SUS7. 5No circuit
59DOOR NO.225Multiplex communication system
60S/ROOF 30Moon roof
61TA I L10
Front fog lights, instrument cluster
lights, instrument panel lights, front
side marker lights, tail lights, license
plate lights, towing converter
62PA N E L7. 5
Glove box light, instrument cluster
lights, instrument panel lights, console
box light, audio system, power outlet,
garage door opener switch, transmis-
sion system, headlight cleaner, seat
heaters, steering switches, power
back door
63ECU-IG NO.17. 5
Power rear view mirror control, moon
roof, multiplex communication system,
shift lock control system, multiplex
communication system (power door
lock system, wireless remote control
system), driving position memory sys-
tem, vehicle dynamics integrated
management, windshield wipers,
transmission, seat heaters, power
seats, tilt and telescopic steering,
power back door
64ECU-IG NO.210
Automatic headlight leveling system,
vehicle dynamics integrated manage-
ment, dynamic laser cruise control,
headlight cleaner, adaptive front-light-
ing system
FuseAmpereCircuit

475
Alphabetical index
RX400h_U
Preparing and checking before winter ...................................... 182
Engine oil maintenance data ............. 321
Engine switch............................................ 131
Engine switch light ............................... 260
EPS............................................................... 169
Event data recorder............................ 386
Floor mat.................................................. 283
Fluid Brake ....................................................... 325
Washer ................................................... 329
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Switch ..........................................................151
Wattage ................................................... 441
Foot well lighting .................................. 260
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Switch ..........................................................151
Wattage ................................................... 441
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light ....................................... 391
Front seats
Adjustment ...............................................49
Driving position memory ................. 55
Flattening seatbacks ........................... 50
Front side marker light
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Wattage ................................................... 441
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Wattage ................................................... 441 Fuel
Capacity .................................................433
Fuel gauge.............................................. 138
Gas station information ................. 484
Information ............................................ 442
Refueling.................................................... 78
Type .......................................................... 442
Fuel door ..................................................... 78
Fuel filler door ........................................... 78
Fuses ..........................................................352
Garage door opener .......................... 287
Gas station information......................484
Gauges ...................................................... 138
Glove box ................................................ 265
Glove box light ...................................... 266
Head restraints
Adjusting .................................................. 57
Headlight aim ......................................... 364
Headlight cleaner .................................. 156
Headlights
Discharge headlights precautions........................................375
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Switch........................................................ 148
Wattage ....................................................441
Heaters
Seat heaters ......................................... 280
Side mirror.............................................204
Hood ........................................................... 313
Hooks Cargo hook ..........................................284
Shopping bag hook..........................284
F
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Alphabetical index
RX400h_U
Rear side marker lightsWattage.................................................... 441
Rear turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs........................365
Wattage.................................................... 441
Rear window de fogger.......................204
Rear window wiper ............................... 155
Replacing Fuses ........................................................ 352
Light bulbs.............................................365
Rear seat entertainment system controller battery............................350
Tires ......................................................... 408
Wireless remote control battery ..................................................348
Reporting safety defects for
U.S.A. owners ..................................... 464
RSE
Replacing controller battery ........350
RSE ........................................................... 233
Road accident cautions......................... 32
Roof luggage carrier .............................. 70
Scuff lighting ...........................................260
Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt........................ 59
Automatic Locking Retractor .......... 61
Child restraint system
installation ..............................................112
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts ..................................... 302
Emergency Locking Retractor........ 61
How to wear your seat belt............. 58
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 62 Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use .......................... 61
Reminder light....................................... 391
Seat belt extenders...............................62
Seat belt pretensioners ..................... 60
Seat heaters ............................................280
Seating capacity....................................... 181
Seats
Adjustment ...................................... 49, 52
Adjustment precautions ............ 51, 54
Child seats/child restraint system installation .............................. 112
Cleaning .................................................. 301
Driver's seat position memory ...... 55
Flattening seatbacks ........................... 50
Head restraint .........................................57
Properly sitting in the seat................ 89
Seat heaters ......................................... 280
Service reminder indicators ............ 140
Shift lever Transmission.......................................... 135
If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P..................................... 419
Shopping bag hooks ........................... 284
Side airbags ................................................. 91
Side marker lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 365
Switch........................................................ 148
Wattage ................................................... 441
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 68
Mirror position memory ................... 55
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