2011 LEXUS RX350 lock

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the electronic key does not operate properly
Locking and unlocking the doors and key linked functions
Use the mechanical key (→P. 2 7 )
in order to perform the following
operations (driver’s door only):
Locks all the doors
Closes the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks
the driver's door. Turning the key
once again unlocks the other
doors.
Opens the windows and moon
roof (turn and hold)
If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
(→P. 36) or the electronic key cannot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system with push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened or
the engine can be started by following the procedure below.

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the vehicle becomes stuck
CAUTION
nWhen attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surround-
ing area is clear to avoid striking other vehicles, objects or people. The vehicle may
also lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme cau-
tion.
nWhen shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident and resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
nTo avoid damage to the transmission and other components
lAvoid spinning the wheels.
lIf the vehicle remains stuck even after these procedures are performed, the vehi-
cle may require towing to be freed.
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt, or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P.
Remove the mud, snow, or sand from around the stuck tire.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the tires to
help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
AWD models: Active all-wheel drive lock mode (→P. 237)
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and carefully apply
the accelerator to free the vehicle.
Turn off the TRAC and VSC systems if these functions are hamper-
ing your attempts to free the vehicle. (→ P. 2 3 3 )
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Vehicle identification
nVehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is the legal identifier for your
vehicle. This is the primary identification number for your Lexus. It is used
in registering the ownership of your vehicle.
This number is stamped on the top left of the instrument. On some models, this
number is also stamped under the front passenger seat.
This number is also on the Certifi-
cation Label.
nEngine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.

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6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
*:The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68°F (20°C):
12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine and
all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity*2WD6.8 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
AW D7.0 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle.

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Customizable Features
Vehicles with a navigation system: Settings that can be changed using
the screen of the navigation system
Vehicles with a navigation system: Settings that can be changed using
the multi-information switches
Vehicles without a navigation system: Settings that can be changed
using the multi-information switches
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, — = Not available
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting
Door lock
(→P. 4 7 ,
581)
Unlocking using
a key
Driver's
door
unlocked
in one step,
all doors
unlocked
in two
steps
All doors
unlocked
in one step
O——O
Speed-detect-
ing automatic
door lock func-
tion
OffOnO—OO
Shifting gears to
position other
than P locks all
doors
OnOffO—OO

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6-2. Customization
Door lock
(→P. 4 7 ,
581)
Shifting gears to
P unlocks all
doors
OnOffO—OO
Opening
driver's door
unlocks all doors
OffOnO—OO
Smart
access sys-
tem with
push-button
start and
wireless
remote con-
trol
(→P. 3 1 , 4 3 )
Operation sig-
nal (buzzer)7OffO—OO1 to 6
Operation signal
(emergency
flashers)
OnOffO—OO
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the auto-
matic door lock
function is acti-
vated if a door is
not opened after
being unlocked
60 sec-
onds
Off
O—OO
30 sec-
onds
120 sec-
onds
Smart
access sys-
tem with
push-button
start
(→P. 3 1 )
Smart door
unlocking
Driver’s
door
All the
doorsO—OO
Smart access
system with
push-button
start
OnOffO—OO
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Power back
door
(→P. 5 1 )
Power back
door opening
operation using
the back door
opener button
OffOn———O
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(→P. 4 3 )
Unlocking oper-
ation
Driver's
door
unlocked
in one step,
all doors
unlocked
in two
steps
All doors
unlocked
in one step
O—OO
Automatic
light control
system
(→P. 1 8 4 )
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the head-
lights turn off
30 sec-
onds
Off
O—OO
60 sec-
onds
90 sec-
onds
Light sensor
sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—OO
Daytime run-
ning light systemOnOffO—OO
Automatic high
beam systemOnOff———O
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTwo Wheel Drive
4WDFour Wheel Drive
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift control
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
AW DAll Wheel Drive
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GCWRGross Combination Weight Rating
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/MEmission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow