2015 LEXUS RX350 maintenance

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Before driving Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2
When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3
Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4
Maintenance
and care Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5
When trouble
arises What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6
Vehicle
specifications Detailed vehicle information.
7
For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt, SRS
airbag and headlight aim instru ctions for Canadian owners.
Index Alphabetical listing of informat ion contained in this manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Index
64-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior.................. 650
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ................... 653
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requ irements ..... 656
General maintenance ............... 659
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................... 663
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions .................................. 664
Hood.................................................. 667
Positioning a floor jack.............. 668
Engine compartment.................. 670
Tires .................................................. 684
Tire inflation pressure ................. 693
Wheels.............................................. 697
Air conditioning filter .................. 699
Electronic key battery ................. 701
Checking and replacing
fuses ................................................ 703
Headlight aim.................................. 716
Light bulbs ........................................ 719 5-1. 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 ov erheats ........... 799
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................... 802
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency .................................. 8044
Maintenance and care 5
When trouble arises

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76-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 806
Fuel information ............................. 818
Tire information.............................. 821
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ............. 834
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ........................... 847 Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 850
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ..................................... 851
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 853
Headlight aim instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................... 863
Abbreviation list .................................. 868
Alphabetical index.............................. 870
What to do if... ...................................... 8826
Vehicle specifications 7
For owners
Index

1111-6. Theft deterrent system
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Before driving ■
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.■
Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction ●
If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object●
If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle■
Certifications for the engine immobilizer system
This system meets the certification requirements of Radio Law.
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
FCC ID: NI4TMIMB-1
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For vehicles sold in Canada
This device complies with Industry Cana da licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Oper-
ation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION■
Certifications for the immobilizer system
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTICE
■
To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If mo dified or removed, the proper operation
of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1141-6. Theft deterrent system
■
System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.■
Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following: ●
Nobody is in the vehicle.●
The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.●
No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.■
Tr i g g e r i n g o f t h e a l a r m
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:
(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)
■
Alarm-operated door lock
●
When the alarm is operating, the door s are locked automatically to prevent
intruders.
●
Do not leave the key inside the vehicle when the alarm is operating, and make
sure the key is not inside the vehicle when recharging or replacing the battery. ●
A person inside the vehicle opens a door
or the hood.
●
The battery is recharged or replaced
when the vehicle is locked.

2952-5. Driving information
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When driving NOTICE■
When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the
depth of the water and the bottom of the stream for firmness. Drive slowly and avoid
deep water.■
Inspection after off-road driving ●
Sand and mud that has accumulated around brake discs may affect braking effi-
ciency and may damage brake system components.●
Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driving that
has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water. For scheduled mainte-
nance information, refer to the “Warra nty and Services Guide/Owner’s Manual
Supplement/Schedul ed Maintenance”.

3202-5. Driving information
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Break-in schedule
If your vehicle is new or equipped with any new power train components (such as
an engine, transmission, differential or wheel bearing), Lexus recommends that you
do not tow a trailer until the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km).
After the vehicle has been driven for over 500 miles (800 km), you can start tow-
ing. However, for the next 500 miles (800 km), drive the vehicle at a speed of less
than 50 mph (80 km/h) when towing a trailer, and avoid full throttle acceleration.■
Maintenance ●
If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance due to
the additional load. (See “Warranty and Services Guide”, “Owner's Manual
Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)●
Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approximately
600 miles (1000 km) of trailer towing.■
If trailer sway occurs
One or more factors (crosswinds, passing vehicles, rough roads, etc.) can adversely
affect handling of your vehicle and trailer, causing instability. ●
If trailer swaying occurs:
• Firmly grip the steering wheel. Steer straight ahead.
Do not try to control trailer sway ing by turning the steering wheel.
• Begin releasing the accelerator peda l immediately but very gradually to
reduce speed.
Do not increase speed. Do not apply vehicle brakes.
If you make no extreme correction with the steering or brakes, your vehicle and
trailer should stabilize. ●
After the trailer swaying has stopped:
• Stop in a safe place. Get all occupants out of the vehicle.
• Check the tires of the vehicle and the trailer.
• Check the load in the trailer.
Make sure the load has not shifted.
Make sure the tongue weight is appropriate, if possible.
• Check the load in the vehicle.
Make sure the vehicle is not ov erloaded after occupants get in.
If you cannot find any problems, the speed at which trailer swaying occurred is
beyond the limit of your particular vehicle-trailer combination.
Drive at a lower speed to prevent instability. Remember that swaying of the towing
vehicle-trailer increases as speed increases.

Maintenance and care
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6494-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior............. 650
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .............. 653
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ........................ 656
General maintenance .......... 659
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs................................ 663 4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ........................... 664
Hood ........................................... 667
Positioning a floor jack ......... 668
Engine compartment ............ 670
Tires............................................ 684
Tire inflation pressure........... 693
Wheels ....................................... 697
Air conditioning filter ........... 699
Electronic key battery........... 701
Checking and replacing
fuses ........................................ 703
Headlight aim ........................... 716
Light bulbs ................................. 719