2012 LEXUS RX350 service

o the R b ene F it S A n D A SS i S t A n C e
quality and customer satisfaction.
These repair centers use Genuine
Lexus Parts exclusively in the repair
of Lexus vehicles.
The s mart Key Your Lexus vehicle was made with
two “Smart Keys” and an aluminum
key-number plate. Each Smart Key
includes an electronic main key that
has an integrated mechanical backup
key. The electronic key controls the
remote-entry and theft-deterrent
systems, enables the push-button
start switch and controls the engine
immobilizer. The mechanical key can
be removed from the electronic key
and used to operate the driver’s door
lock, the glove box lock and the trunk
lock (if equipped).
r eplacing the Key
Your Lexus dealer can generate
replacement keys. Certain bonded/
registered locksmiths may also be
able to generate replacement keys.
When ordering a new key, bring all
keys for the vehicle to your dealer -
ship. If a Smart Key or the key-
number plate is not available, a Lexus
dealer or certain locksmiths can
obtain the key code from a restricted- access database. These businesses
can also access a service utility to
register the keys to the vehicle if all
registered keys have been lost.
If you lock your key in your vehicle
and do not have a spare, your dealer
can make a new mechanical key from
the code on the key-number plate.
Certain bonded/registered lock -
smiths may also be able to generate
a replacement mechanical key. If a
Lexus dealer is not available, please
refer to www.aloa.org to find a
bonded/registered locksmith who
performs high-security key service.
Keeping the Key s afe
Replacing a Smart Key may be costly.
We advise you to keep a spare Smart
Key and the key-number plate in a
safe place. If you record the key
number in more than one place, do
not record it in a way that can be easily
identified and associated with the
vehicle. For example, don’t leave the
number somewhere that can be
accessed by a valet. It is wise to keep
a copy of the key number outside of
the vehicle.
Other Benefits and Assistance8
Amenities

Both Lexus and your Lexus dealer are
dedicated to serving your automotive
needs. Your complete satisfaction is
our first priority. Should you have a
problem or concern, please take the
following steps to ensure the quickest
possible response:
Step 1
Discuss the situation with a dealership
manager, such as the service manager
or customer satisfaction manager.
If necessary, ask the dealership owner
or general manager for assistance. In
most cases, a satisfactory solution can
be reached at this step. Step 2
If the dealership does not address
your concern to your satisfaction,
call the Lexus Customer Satisfaction
Department at (800) 25-LEXUS
(800/255-3987). In Canada, call
(800) 26-LEXUS (800/265-3987).
In Mexico, call 95-1-310-328-2075.
You may also write to us at:
Le xus Customer Satisfaction
Department
P.O. Box 2991
Torrance, CA 90509-2991
Whether calling or writing, please
provide the following information:
• 1 7-digit Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) found on the
vehicle registration paperwork
and on the certification label
located inside the driver’s
door jamb
• C urrent vehicle mileage
• N ame of your selling and
servicing Lexus dealerships
• Y our day and evening
telephone numbers
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Step 3
If your concern has still not been
resolved to your satisfaction, Lexus
offers additional assistance through:
National c enter for d ispute
s ettlement (N cds )
P. o . Box 457
Mt. c lemens, MI 48046
(866) 272-4872
Important: You must use NCDS prior
to exercising rights or seeking remedies
available to you through a court
action pursuant to the Magnuson-
Moss Warranty Act. In addition, you
must use NCDS if you are required to
do so prior to exercising certain rights
or seeking certain remedies available
under the Lemon Laws of your state.
See the Lemon Law Guide for specific
requirements applicable in your state.
However, if your state law permits and
if you choose to exercise rights and
seek remedies that are not created by
the Act, you need not use NCDS. NCDS Arbitration What is the Dispute Settlement
Program?
This program consists of local profes -
sionals who are trained and experi -
enced in arbitration. The arbitrator(s)
appointed by NCDS will arbitrate
your case by reviewing the facts you
present; having the vehicle inspected,
if necessary; and promptly rendering
a fair and equitable decision.
How much will it cost?
The service is provided at no cost
to you. It is part of Lexus’ effort to
promptly and equitably resolve your
concerns. The decision maker is an
impartial third party. The decision of
the arbitrator(s) is binding on Lexus
but not on you.
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What types of disputes
are eligible?
NCDS resolves disputes involving
Lexus product reliability and warranty
performance that arise during the
greater of 1) four years or 50,000
miles from the vehicle’s in-service
date, whichever is earlier; or 2) the
appli c able provision of the Lexus
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
However, NCDS will not arbitrate
1) claims involving a vehicle used
primarily for commercial purposes
unless the Lemon Laws of your state
cover vehicles used for commercial
purposes; or 2) claims that an air bag
failed to deploy or deployed when
it should not have; or 3) disputes
regarding fires and/or accidents
and/or theft. Since there are other
additional exclusions, please contact
NCDS for further information on
eligibility guidelines. You must file a
request for arbitration with NCDS
within six months of the expiration
of the eligibility period, provided
the concern or alleged defect was
brought to the attention of Lexus
or one of its dealers during the
eligibility period. How long is the arbitration
process?
The entire process — from the time
NCDS receives your request for arbi -
tration to the arbitrator’s decision —
is designed to take no more than 40
days. A decision may be delayed if:
• Y ou fail to provide certain
information required by NCDS.
• Y ou fail to make your vehicle
available for inspection by
NCDS in a timely manner (if
an inspection is required).
How do I request arbitration?
To initiate arbitration, you must
complete an NCDS customer claim
form and mail it to NCDS. A claim
form is included in the Lemon Law
Guide located in your vehicle, or
you may request a form by calling
NCDS at (866) 272-4872. When
you call, please have ready your
vehicle identification number (VIN),
the names of your selling and
servicing dealerships, and the
current mileage on your Lexus.
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You have purchased one of the
finest vehicles built in the world today,
and it is backed by one of the finest
warranties in the industry. This excel -
lent warranty coverage demonstrates
not only our confidence in Lexus
vehicles, but also our commitment to
every Lexus customer. We’re dedicated
to ensuring that you enjoy exceptional
quality, dependability and peace of
mind throughout your ownership
experience.
To further demonstrate our commit -
ment to our customers’ satisfaction,
occasionally we may establish a
special policy adjustment to pay for
specific repairs that are no longer
covered by warranty. When we
establish such a policy adjustment, we
mail details to all applicable owners
on record. That’s why it is important
to send in the card at the back of this
booklet if you change your address
or if you have purchased your Lexus
from a previous owner.
You’ve made a wise decision to pur -
chase a Lexus. Your vehicle delivers
world-class luxury and performance, along with an unparalleled commit -
ment from Lexus to ensuring your
satisfaction. You can be confident — as
we are — that you’ll enjoy owning your
Lexus as much as you enjoy driving it.
All warranty information is the latest
available at the time of publication
and, with the exception of the emis -
sion control warranties, is subject to
change without notice.
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WARRANTY This section of the Warranty and
Services Guide describes the
terms of Lexus warranty cover -
age as well as general owner
responsibilities. The section
be g inning on page 39 describes
your vehicle’s maintenance
requirements. Be sure to review
this information carefully, since
proper maintenance is required
to ensure that warranty coverage
remains intact.

Who Is the Warrantor The warrantor for these limited
warranties is Lexus, a division of
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc.,
19001 South Western Avenue,
Torrance, California 90509-2991,
a California corporation.
Which Vehicles Are Covered These warranties apply to 2014
model-year Lexus RX 350 models
registered and normally operated in
the United States, U.S. territories and
Canada. Warranty coverage is auto -
matically transferred at no cost
to subsequent vehicle owners.
Multiple Warranty
Conditions This booklet contains warranty
terms and conditions that may vary
depending on the part covered. A
warranty for specific parts or systems,
such as the Powertrain Warranty or
Emission Performance Warranty, is
governed by the coverage set forth in
that warranty as well as the General
Warranty Provisions. When Warranty Begins The warranty period begins on the
vehicle’s in-service date, which is
the first date the vehicle is either
delivered to an ultimate purchaser,
leased, or used as a company car
or demonstrator.
Repairs Made at No Charge Repairs and adjustments covered
by these warranties are made at no
charge for parts and labor.
Parts Replacement Any needed parts replacement will
be made using new or remanufactured
parts. The decision whether a part
should be repaired or replaced will be
made by the servicing Lexus dealer -
ship and/or Lexus. Parts scheduled
to be replaced as required mainte -
nance are warranted until their first
replacement only.
Note: Lexus remanufactured parts
meet or exceed all factory standards
for safety, quality and reliability.
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Corrosion Perforation
Warranty This warranty covers repair or
replacement of any original body
panel that develops perforation
from corrosion (rust-through),
subject to the exceptions indicated
under “What Is Not Covered” on
pages 19–20.
Coverage is for 72 months, regard -
less of mileage.
For information on how to protect
your vehicle from corrosion, see the
section entitled “Service Procedures
and Specifications — Body” in the
Owner’s Manual .
Towing When your vehicle is inoperable due
to failure of a warranted part, towing
service to the nearest authorized
Lexus dealership is covered. This warranty does not cover damage
or failures resulting directly or indirectly
from any of the following:
• Fire, accidents or theft
• Abuse or negligence
• M isuse — for example, racing
or overloading
• Improper repairs
• A lteration or tampering, includ -
ing installation of non-Genuine
Lexus Accessories
• L ack of or improper mainte -
nance, including use of fluids
other than those specified in
the Owner’s Manual
• I nstallation of non-Genuine
Lexus Parts
• A irborne chemicals, tree sap,
road debris (including stone
chips), rail dust, salt, hail, floods,
wind storms, lightning and other
environmental conditions
• Water contaminationWHAT IS NOT COVERED
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This warranty also does not cover
the following:
Tires
Tires are covered by a separate
warranty provided by the tire
manufac t urer. See page 34.
Normal Wear and Tear
Noise, vibration, cosmetic conditions
and other deterioration caused by
normal wear and tear.
Maintenance Expense*
Normal maintenance services such
as engine tune-ups; replacement of
fluids and filters; lubrication; cleaning
and polishing; replacement of spark
plugs and fuses; and replacement
of worn wiper blades, brake pads/
linings and clutch linings.
Vehicles with Altered Odometer
Failure of a vehicle on which the
odometer has been altered so that
actual vehicle mileage cannot be
readily determined. Vehicles with Unknown Vehicle
Identification Number
Any vehicle for which the original
factory-assigned vehicle identification
number cannot be determined.
Salvage or Total-Loss Vehicles
Any vehicle that has ever been issued
a “salvage” title or similar title under
any state’s law; or has ever been
declared a “total loss” or equivalent
by a financial institution or insurer,
such as by payment for a claim in
lieu of repairs because the cost of
repairs exceeded the cash value of the
vehicle. This exclusion does not apply
to the emission control warranties.
Incidental Damages
Incidental or consequential damages
associated with a vehicle failure.
Such damages include but are not
limited to inconvenience; the cost of
transportation, telephone calls and
lodging; the loss of personal or
commercial property; and the loss
of pay or revenue.
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WARRANTY*Lexus provides the first two scheduled maintenance services at no charge. See page 4 for details.