2015 LEXUS RX350 tow

6754-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care ■ Adding engine oil
If the oil level is below or near the
low level mark, add engine oil of
the same type as th at already in the
engine.
Make sure to check th e oil type and prepare the items needed before
adding oil.
Remove the oil filler cap by turning it counterclockwise.
Add engine oil slowly, checking the dipstick.
Install the oil filler cap by turning it clockwise.Engine oil
selection  P. 8 0 9
Oil quantity
(Low  Full) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L, 1.3 Imp. qt.)
Items Clean funnel
■
Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be consumed while driving. In the following situ-
ations, oil consumption may increase, and engine oil may need to be refilled in
between oil maintenance intervals.
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When the engine is new, for example di rectly after purchasing the vehicle or
after replacing the engine
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If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate viscosity is used
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When driving at high engi ne speeds or with a heavy load, when towing, or when
driving while accelerating or decelerating frequently
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When leaving the engine id ling for a long time, or when driving frequently
through heavy traffic STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

6914-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care CAUTION■
Tire pressure warning system operation
The tire pressure warning system may not provide warning immediately if a tire
bursts or if sudden air leakage occurs.■
When inspecting or replacing tires
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidents. Failure to do so may cause
damage to parts of the drive train, as we ll as dangerous handling characteristics,
which may lead to an accident resu lting in death or serious injury.●
Do not mix tires of different makes, mode ls or tread patterns. Also, do not mix
tires of remarkably different treadwear.●
Do not use tire sizes other th an those recommended by Lexus.●
Do not mix differently constructed tires (radial, bias-belted or bias-ply tires).●
Do not mix summer, all season and snow tires.●
Do not use tires that have been used on another vehicle.
Do not use tires if you do not know how they were used previously.●
Do not tow if your vehicle has a compact spare tire installed.■
When initializing the tire pressure warning system
Do not push the tire pressure warning reset switch without first adjusting the tire
inflation pressure to the specified level. Otherwise, the tire pressure warning light
may not come on even if the tire inflation pressure is low, or it may come on when
the tire inflation pressure is actually normal.

7074-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care 13
EPS 60 A Electric power steering system
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ALT 140 A IG1 MAIN, TOWING BATT,
DEICER, TOWING, STOP, RDI FAN
NO. 1, FILTER, RR DEF, AIR SUS,
HEATER, ABS NO. 2, H-LP CLN,
PBD, ECU-IG1 NO. 1, ECU-IG1 NO.
3, GAUGE NO. 1, ECU-IG1 NO. 2,
EPS, FR WIP, RR WIP, FR WASH, RR
WASH, RH S-HTR, LH S-HTR, TAIL,
PANEL, D/L ALT B, FR FOG, FR
DOOR, FL DOOR, RR DOOR, RL
DOOR, PSB, P-SEAT LH, P-SEAT
RH, TI&TE, FUEL OPN, DR LOCK,
O B D, R R F O G, S / R O O F, 4 W D,
INVERTER, ECU-ACC, P/POINT,
CIG, RADIO NO. 215
AMP1 30 A Audio system16
EFI MAIN 30 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, electronic controlled transmis-
sion, EFI NO. 1, EFI NO. 2, F/PMP17
AMP2 30 A Audio system18
IG2 MAIN 30 A IGN, GAUGE NO. 2, ECU IG 219
IP J/B 25 A Power door lock system20
STR LOCK 20 A Starter system
21
RAD NO. 3 15 A Meters and gauges, navigation sys-
tem, audio system
22
HAZ 15 A Emergency flashersFuse Ampere Circuit

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Maintenance and care 34
EFI NO. 1 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, electronic controlled transmis-
sion35
WIP-S 7. 5 A Cruise control36
ECU-IG1 NO. 4 10 A Air conditioning system, rear window
defogger, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, electric cooling fans37
BK/UP LP 7. 5 A Back-up lights38
ECU-IG1 NO. 5 15 A Air conditioning system39
ECU-IG1 NO. 6 10 A Head light cleaner, cruise control,
vehicle stability control, air condition-
ing system, Blind Spot Monitor40
EFI NO. 2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem41
F/ P M P 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem42
DEICER 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
43
STOP 7. 5 A Vehicle stability control, vehicle
dynamics integrated management,
stop lights, electronic controlled
transmission, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, shift lock control system,
starter system
44
TOW I N G BAT T 20 A Trailer battery
45
TOW I N G 30 A Trailer lightsFuse Ampere Circuit

7134-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care 21
PA N E L 10 A Switch illumination, navigation system,
automatic transmission system, audio
system, multi-information display, air
conditioning system, multiplex com-
munication system22
TA I L 10 A Parking lights, front side marker lights,
tail lights, license plate lights, front fog
lights, towing converter23
AIR SUS 20 A24
P-S E AT R H 30 A Power seat (right-side)25
OBD 7. 5 A On-Board diagnosis26
FR DOOR 25 A Front power window (right-side), out-
side rear view mirror27
RR DOOR 25 A Rear power window (right-side)28
FL DOOR 25 A Front power window (left-side), out-
side rear view mirror29
RL DOOR 25 A Rear power window (left-side)30
FR WASH 25 A Windshield wipers and washer31
RR WIP 15 A Windshield wipers and washer32
RR WASH 20 A Windshield wipers and washer33
FR WIP 30 A Windshield wipers and washer
34
ECU IG2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, front passenger occupant classi-
fication system, SRS airbag system,
stop lights, electronic controlled
transmission, steering lock systemFuse Ampere Circuit

When trouble arises
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7335-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers............... 734
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ...................................... 735
If you think something is
wrong ....................................... 742
Fuel pump shut off system.... 743 5-2. Steps to take in an
emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... .................................. 744
If a warning message is
displayed................................ 754
If you have a flat tire................ 774
If the engine will not start .... 789
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ......................... 791
If you lose your keys .............. 792
If the electronic key does
not operate properly.......... 793
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ............................. 796
If your vehicle overheats ..... 799
If the vehicle becomes
stuck........................................ 802
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ............................ 804

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When trouble arises
7355-1. Essential information
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
your Lexus dealer before towing.
● The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
● The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
Towing with a sling-type truck
Do not tow with a sling-type truck
to prevent body damage.If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by your
Lexus dealer or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type truck or a
flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towi ng, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
2WD models: If towing your vehicle wi th a wheel-lift type truck from the
front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions.
(  P. 7 3 6 , 74 0 )
If they are damaged, use a to wing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a tow-
ing dolly. (  P. 7 3 6 , 74 0 )

7365-1. Essential information
Towing with a wheel-lift type truck
From the front (2WD models)
Release the parking brake.
From the front (AWD models)
Use a towing dolly under the rear
wheels.
From the rear
Use a towing dolly under the front
wheels.