2011 LEXUS RX350 trailer

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2-5. Driving information
CAUTION
nHitches
lIf you wish to install a trailer hitch, contact your Lexus dealer.
lUse only a hitch that conforms to the gross trailer weight requirement.
lFollow the directions supplied by the hitch manufacturer.
lLubricate the hitch ball with a light coat of grease.
lRemove the trailer hitch whenever you are not towing a trailer. After removing
the hitch, seal any mounting hole in the vehicle body to prevent entry of any sub-
stances into the vehicle.
nWhen towing a trailer
lIf the gross trailer weight exceeds 1000 lb. (450 kg), trailer brakes are required.
Lexus recommends trailers with brakes that conform to all applicable federal and
state/provincial regulations.
lNever tap into your vehicle's hydraulic system, as this will lower the vehicle's
braking effectiveness.
lNever tow a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the
trailer and the vehicle. If damage occurs to the coupling unit or hitch ball, there is
danger of the trailer wandering into another lane.

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
NOTICE
nWhen installing a trailer hitch
lUse only the position recommended by your Lexus dealer. Do not install the
trailer hitch on the bumper; this may cause body damage.
lDo not use axle-mounted hitches, as they can cause damage to the axle housing,
wheel bearings, wheels or tires.
nSafety chain
A safety chain must always be used between the towing vehicle and the trailer.
Leave sufficient slack in the chain for turns. The chain should cross under the trailer
tongue to prevent the tongue from dropping to the ground in the case that it
becomes damaged or separated. For the correct safety chain installation proce-
dure, ask your Lexus dealer.
nDo not directly splice trailer lights
Directly splicing trailer lights may damage your vehicle's electrical system and
cause a malfunction.

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
35AFS7. 5 AAdaptive front-lighting system
36BK/UP LP7. 5 ABack-up lights
37HEATER NO. 27. 5 AAir conditioning system, AWD system
38ECU IG110 A
Adaptive front-lighting system, head-
light cleaner, cooling fan, cruise con-
trol, vehicle stability control, vehicle
dynamics integrated management
39EFI NO. 210 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
40F/ P U M P15 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
41DEICER25 AWindshield wipers and washer
42STOP7. 5 A
Vehicle stability control, vehicle
dynamics integrated management,
high mounted stoplight
43TOW I N G BAT T20 ATrailer battery
44TOW I N G30 ATrailer lights
45FILTER10 ACondenser
46IG1 MAIN30 AECU IG1, BK/UP LP,
HEATER NO. 2, AFS
47H-LP RH HI15 ARight-hand headlight (high beam)
48H-LP LH HI15 ALeft-hand headlight (high beam)
49BIXENON10 ADischarge headlight
50H-LP RH LO15 ARight-hand headlight (low beam)
51H-LP LH LO15 ALeft-hand headlight (low beam)
FuseAmpereCircuit

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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1:Unladen vehicles
*2: Vehicles without roof antenna and roof rails
*3: Vehicles with roof antenna but without roof rails
*4: Vehicles with roof rails
Overall length187.8 in. (4770 mm)
Overall width74.2 in. (1885 mm)
Overall height*166.3 in. (1685 mm)*2
66.7 in. (1695 mm)*3
67.9 in. (1725 mm)*4
Wheelbase107.9 in. (2740 mm)
Tr e a dFront64.1 in. (1630 mm)
Rear63.8 in. (1620 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage)885 lb. (400 kg)
To w i n g
capacity
(Trailer
weight +
cargo)
Without towing pack-
age2000 lb. (907 kg)
With towing package3500 lb. (1588 kg)

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Alphabetical index
Tachometer .............................................. 166
Tail lights
Replacing light bulbs..........................512
Switch ....................................................... 184
Wattage................................................. 605
Theft deterrent system
Alarm ........................................................ 103
Engine immobilizer system ............. 101
Tire inflation pressure ......................... 487
Tire information
Glossary.................................................. 615
Size ............................................................. 612
Tire identification number ................ 611
Uniform tire quality grading ...........613
Tires
Chains ..................................................... 254
Checking ............................................... 478
If you have a flat tire ..........................564
Inflation pressure................................ 487
Inflation pressure sensor................ 479
Information........................................... 609
Replacing ...............................................564
Rotating tires ........................................ 478
Size ...........................................................602
Snow tires .............................................. 254
Spare tire................................................565
Tire pressure warning
system ...................................... 479, 537
Tools ...........................................................564
Total load capacity ...............................253
Towing
Emergency towing ........................... 526
Trailer towing ...................................... 258
TRAC ..........................................................231
Traction control.......................................231
Trip information display ....................... 173
Trip meter ..................................................166
Turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ...........................511
Switch ........................................................ 163
Wattage ................................................. 605
USB port .................................................. 325
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log48
6 Months or 5,000 Miles 1
12 Months or 10,000 Miles 2
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; r eplace
oil filter
Reset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
If you drive primarily under either
of these special operating conditions,
perform these additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on
dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier
or heavy vehicle loading:
Re-tor que nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Date: ________ Mileage: ________

1
This service, excluding maintenance required for special operating conditions, is complimentary when performed by an
authorized Lexus dealership.
2
This service is complimentary when performed by an authorized Lexus dealership. Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
Program Lexus Personalized Settings, if
requested
Reset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Note: If you drive primarily under certain special
operating conditions, you should also replace the
engine oil with 0W-20 oil and replace the oil filter.
See page 44 for conditions that apply. Some con-
ditions require additional maintenance. See below.
If you drive primarily under either
of these special operating conditions,
perform these additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on
dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier
or heavy vehicle loading:
Re-tor que nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
Date: ________ Mileage: ________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG

MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log49
18 Months or 15,000 Miles
Clean air conditioner filter
Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
Replace Smart Key battery
Reset maintenance reminder light
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaft (AWD)
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Inspect the following:
___ Axle shaft boots
___Ball joints and dust covers
___Body
___Brake lines and hoses
___Engine coolant (see page 70)
___Exhaust pipes and mountings
Note: If 0W-20 oil was not used at last oil change, or if you drive primarily under certain special operating
conditions, you should also replace the engine oil with 0W-20 oil and replace the oil filter. See page 44 for
conditions that apply. Some conditions require additional maintenance. See below.
If you drive primarily under either of these special operating conditions, perform these
additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on dusty roads:
Inspect engine air filter
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier or heavy vehicle loading:
R eplace rear differential oil (AWD)
Replace transfer case oil (AWD)
Tighten nuts and bolts on chassis ___R ack and pinion assembly
___Rear differential oil (AWD)
___Steering linkage and boots
___Transfer case oil (AWD)
Date: ___________________________ Mileage: __________________________
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SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE
Scheduled Maintenance Log50
2 4 Months or 20,000 Miles
R eplace engine oil with 0W-20 oil; r eplace
oil filter
Reset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
If you drive primarily under either
of these special operating conditions,
perform these additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on
dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier
or heavy vehicle loading:
Re-tor que nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis 30 Months or 25,000 Miles
Date: ________ Mileage: ________Date: ________ Mileage: ________

Inspect and adjust all fluid levels
Reset maintenance reminder light
Rotate tires
Visually inspect brake pads, calipers and rotors
Check installation of driver’s floor mat
Road-test vehicle
Note: If 0W-20 oil was not used at last oil
change, or if you drive primarily under cer tain
special operating conditions, you should also
replace the engine oil with 0W-20 oil and
replace the oil filter. See page 44 for conditions
that apply. Some conditions require additional
maintenance. See below.
If you drive primarily under either
of these special operating conditions,
perform these additional items:
Driving off-road, on dirt roads or on
dusty roads:
Inspect axle shaft boots
Inspect ball joints and dust covers
Inspect engine air filter
Inspect steering linkage and boots
Re-torque nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
To wing a trailer, using a car-top carrier
or heavy vehicle loading:
Re-tor que nuts and bolts of drive shaf t
(AWD)
T ighten nuts and bolts on chassis
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