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2-5. Driving information
RX350/270_EE
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the
vehicle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the
prevailing weather conditions.
■Pre-winter preparations
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside tempera-
tures.
• Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of
tire chains for the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are the same size and brand, and that chains match
the size of the tires.
■Before driving the vehicle
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is fro-
zen. Pour warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe
away the water immediately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan,
remove any snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in
front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have
accumulated on the exterior lights, vehicle's roof, chassis, around
the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before
getting in the vehicle.
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior............. 452
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .............. 455
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ........................ 458
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ............................ 461
Hood .......................................... 465
Positioning a floor jack.......... 466
Engine compartment ............ 468
Tires ........................................... 483
Tire inflation pressure ........... 495
Wheels ...................................... 497
Air conditioning filter............ 499
Electronic key battery ........... 501
Checking and replacing
fuses........................................ 504
Light bulbs ................................. 516
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/270_EE
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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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
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
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
Have the malfunction repaired immediately
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check
that the warning message and light go off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The electronic key
is not detected
when an attempt
is made to start
the engine.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 5 9 4 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Engine compartment cover ............. 470
Engine coolant
Capacity ...................................................613
Checking ............................................... 477
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 296
Engine oil
Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking ............................................... 472
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 296
Engine switch .......................................... 180
EPS ...............................................................271
Floor mat .................................................. 444
Fluid
Washer ...................................................482
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ...................................................... 222
Wattage................................................... 619
Footwell light ............................................417
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ...................................................... 222
Wattage................................................... 619
Front passenger's seat belt
reminder light...................................... 546
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217Front seats
Adjustment ............................................... 73
Driving position memory ................... 81
Flattening seatbacks ............................ 74
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Wattage ................................................... 619
Fuel
Capacity.................................................609
Fuel gauge .............................................. 196
Fuel pump shut off system ............ 542
Information............................................ 620
Refueling ................................................... 110
Type ......................................................... 609
Fuel door ..................................................... 110
Fuel filler door ........................................... 110
Fuel pump shut off system ................ 542
Fuses .......................................................... 504
Gauges .......................................................196
Glove box.................................................. 421
Hands-free system for
mobile phone*......................................391
Hazard lights
Switch ...................................................... 532
Head restraints
Adjusting ..................................................87
Headlight cleaner................................. 229
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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