2014 LEXUS RX270 ECO mode

5
593
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P and press the “ENGINE START STOP” switch as you nor-
mally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted.
(→P. 5 0 1 )
■Alarm
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the
alarm may be triggered. (→P. 1 2 2 )
■Changing “ENGINE START STOP” switch modes
Within 10 seconds of the buzzer sounding, release the brake pedal and press the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch.
The engine does not start and modes will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (→P. 1 8 1 )
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
RX350
Connect the jumper cables according to the following procedure:
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on your vehicle.
Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery
terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal
on the second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid,
stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any
moving parts, as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by turning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode.
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
If the vehicle becomes stuck
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Stop the engine. Set the parking brake and shift the shift lever
to P.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front
wheels to help provide traction.
Restart the engine.
AWD models: Activate all-wheel drive lock mode. (
→P. 2 7 7 )
Shift the shift lever to the D or R position and release the park-
ing brake. Then, while exercising caution, depress the acceler-
ator pedal.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
STEP6
Press the VSC off switch to turn off TRC.
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6-2. Customization
6
Vehicle specifications
RX350/270_EE
Automatic
air condi-
tioning sys-
tem
(
→P. 3 1 4 )
Switching
between outside
air and recircu-
lated air mode
linked to
“AUTO” switch
operation
AutoManualO——O
A/C auto switch
operationAutoManualO——O
Exhaust gas sen-
sor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O——O
Driving
position
memory
(
→P. 8 1 )
Driver’s seat
movement when
exiting the vehi-
cle (on some
models)
Full
Off
O—OO
Pa r t i a l
Selecting
whether the
driver's door or
all doors are
linked to the
power easy
access system
Driver’s
doorAll the
doors———O
Meter
(→P. 1 7 1 )Eco Driving Indi-
cator LightOn Off—OOO
Multi-infor-
mation dis-
play
(
→P. 2 0 8 )
Window close
suggestion
mode
OnOff—OOO
ItemFunctionDefault
settingCustom-
ized
setting
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Doors
Back door.................................................60
Door lock..................................31, 53, 56
Door windows ....................................... 101
Double locking system .......................121
Power back door..................................60
Side door .................................................. 56
Side mirrors ............................................. 98
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....546
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................170
Correct posture ...................................129
Procedures ............................................ 168
Utility vehicle
precautions........................................289
Winter driving tips............................. 296
Driving position memory ....................... 81
Electric power steering ........................271
Electric sunshade................................... 108
Electronic features control ...............203
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................. 591
Electronic sunshade ............................. 108
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................................ 256
Emergency brake signal .................... 272
Emergency flashers
Switch ...................................................... 532Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 543
If a warning light turns on .............. 543
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 552
If the back door opener is
inoperative ........................................... 65
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ..............................591
If the engine will not start ............... 587
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...............................589
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery.................................................. 594
If you have a flat tire .........................572
If you lose your keys ........................590
If you think something is
wrong..................................................... 541
If your vehicle becomes stuck ......601
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 603
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 533
If your vehicle overheats................598
Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 180
Compartment ..................................... 468
Engine switch ....................................... 180
Hood ....................................................... 465
How to start the engine .................. 180
Identification number....................... 607
If the engine will not start ............... 587
Ignition switch ...................................... 180
Overheating ........................................598
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