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Washer fluid
If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the
washer tank may be empty. Add
washer fluid.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the engine is running. Also, be sure all accesso-
ries are turned off.
CAUTION
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or running as washer fluid contains
alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid.
Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary.
Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bottle.
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Initializing the tire pressure warning system
■The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the following
circumstances:
●When rotating the tires
●When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when changing
travelling speed or load weight
●When changing the tire size
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (→P. 6 1 7 )
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on
this pressure level.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
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RX350/270_EEPress and hold the tire pressure
warning reset switch until the tire
pressure warning light blinks
slowly 3 times.
Wait for a few minutes in “ENGINE START STOP” switch to on,
and then turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Registering ID codes
The tire pressure warning valve and transmitter is equipped with a unique
ID code. When replacing a tire pressure warning valve and transmitter, it
is necessary to register the ID code. Have the ID code registered by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
STEP4
STEP5
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■The initialization operation
●Make sure to carry out initialization after adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold before carrying out initialization or tire infla-
tion pressure adjustment.
●If you have accidentally turned the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off during
initialization, it is not necessary to press the reset switch again as initialization
will restart automatically when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch has been
turned to IGNITION ON mode for the next time.
●If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary,
adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified level when the tires are cold,
and conduct initialization again.
■Warning performance of the tire pressure warning system
The warning of the tire pressure warning system will change in accordance with
driving conditions. For this reason, the system may give a warning even if the tire
pressure does not reach a low enough level, or if the pressure is higher than the
pressure that was adjusted to when the system was initialized.
■When initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following cases,
the settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate properly. If
repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are unsuccessful, have
the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly
qualified and equipped professional.
●When operating the tire pressure warning reset switch, the tire pressure warn-
ing light does not blink 3 times.
●After carrying out the initialization procedure, the tire pressure warning light
blinks for 1 minute then stays on after driving for 10 minutes.
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Air conditioning filter
The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
■Removal method
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the glove box cover.
Remove the filter cover.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings”
for details about which fuse to check. (→P. 507)
Remove the engine compartment cover. (→P. 4 7 0 )
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■Engine compartment
FuseAmpereCircuit
1RDI FAN NO. 180 AElectric cooling fans
2RR DEF50 ARear window defogger
3AIR SUS50 AElectronically modulated air suspen-
sion
4HEATER50 AAir conditioning system
5SPARE30 A
6SPARE40 A
7ABS NO. 230 AVehicle stability control
8H-LP CLN30 AHeadlight cleaner
9PBD30 APower back door
10ST30 AStarter system
11PD50 A
A/F, H-LP RH HI, H-LP LH LO, H-LP
RH LO, H-LP LH HI, HORN, S-
HORN, EFI MAIN NO. 2
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Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement
seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
■Preparing for light bulb replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (→P. 6 1 9 )
■Removing the engine compartment covers
→P. 4 7 0
■Turning off the power back door main switch (if equipped).
→P. 6 2
■Front bulb locations
Vehicles with halogen headlights
Headlight high beam Headlight low beam
Front turn signal light
Front fog light
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