2014 LEXUS RX270 stop start

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5-1. Essential information
RX350/270_EESecurely attach a cable or chain to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to
IGNITION ON mode.
For models with electronically modulated air suspension: Change
the vehicle height to “N” mode and end the vehicle height opera-
tion. (
→P. 2 5 6 )
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 589
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the luggage compartment. (→P. 5 7 2 )
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
STEP8
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CAUTION
■While towing
●When towing using a rope, avoid sudden starts, etc. which place excessive stress
on the towing hook and rope.
The towing hook or rope may become damaged, broken debris may hit people
and cause serious damage.
●Do not turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
There is a possibility that the steering wheel is locked and can not be operated.
■Installing towing eyelet to the vehicle
Make sure that towing eyelet is installed securely.
If not securely installed, towing eyelet may come loose during towing.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the vehicle when towing using a wheel-lift type truck
When raising the vehicle, ensure adequate ground clearance for towing at the
opposite end of the raised vehicle. Without adequate clearance, the vehicle could
be damaged while being towed.
■To prevent body damage when towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck, either from the front or rear.
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5-1. Essential information
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Fuel pump shut off system
Follow the procedure below to restart the engine after the system is acti-
vated.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode or turn it off.
Restart the engine.
NOTICE
■Before starting the engine
Inspect the ground under the vehicle.
If you find that fuel has leaked onto the ground, the fuel system has been damaged
and is in need of repair. Do not restart the engine.
To minimize the risk of fuel leakage when the engine stalls or when an air-
bag inflates upon collision, the fuel pump shut off system stops the supply of
fuel to the engine.
STEP1
STEP2
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
●If tire chains are used
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor
radio wave signal reception
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If a large metallic object which can interfere
with signal reception is put in the luggage compartment
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 2 )
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and
operate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change
it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Indicates that the back
door is not fully closed
If the vehicle reaches a
speed of 5 km/h
(3 mph), a buzzer
sounds to indicate that
the back door is not yet
fully closed.
Close the back door.
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates that the moon
roof is not fully closed
(with the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch off,
and the driver's door
open)
Close the moon roof.
Indicates that the parking
brake is still engaged
If the vehicle reaches a
speed of 5 km/h
(3 mph),
flashes and a buzzer
sounds to indicate that
the parking brake is still
engaged.
Release the parking
brake.
Indicates that the washer
fluid level is lowAdd washer fluid.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in radar cruise
mode)
A buzzer also sounds.
At the same time,
will appear on
the head-up display (the
image flashes).
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
Indicates that the engine
has overheated
A buzzer also sounds.Stop and check.
(→P. 5 9 8 )
Indicates that remaining
fuel is approximately 10.7
L (2.8 gal., 2.3 Imp. gal.)
or less
Refuel the vehicle.
(Flashes)
Indicates that the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned off or
turned to ACCESSORY
mode and the driver's
door is opened while the
lights are turned on.
Tu r n t h e l i g h t s o f f .
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Road surface may be
freezing.Check road surface and
drive carefully.
Indicates that the auto-
matic transmission fluid
temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
Stop the vehicle in a safe
place, shift the shift lever
to “P” and wait until the
light goes off.
If the light goes off, you
may start the vehicle
again. If the light does
not go off, contact any
authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another
duly qualified and
equipped professional.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Sounds
onceSounds
3 times
(Flashes)
The electronic key
was carried out-
side the vehicle
and a door other
than the driver's
door was opened
and closed while
the “ENGINE
START STOP”
switch was in a
mode other than
off.
Bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
The driver’s door
was opened and
closed while the
electronic key was
not in the vehicle,
the shift lever was
in P and the
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch was
not turned off.
Tu r n t h e
“ENGINE START
STOP” switch off
or bring the elec-
tronic key back
into the vehicle.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
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