2015 LEXUS RX450h headlights

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When trouble arises
7775-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If the hybrid system will not start Reasons for the hybrid system not starting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
■ The hybrid system will not start even though the correct starting
procedure is being followed. (  P. 1 7 7 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The electronic key may not be functioning properly. (  P. 7 8 2 )
● There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. (  P. 1 2 4 )
● There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
● The hybrid system may be malfunc tioning due to an electrical
problem such as an open circ uit or a blown fuse. However,
depending on the type of malfunc tion, an interim measure is avail-
able to start the hybrid system. (  P. 7 7 8 )
■ The interior lights and headlights are dim, or the horn does not
sound or sounds at a low volume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (  P. 7 8 4 )
● The 12-volt battery terminal co nnections may be loose or cor-
roded.
■ The interior lights and headlights 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 12-volt battery terminals may be discon-
nected.
● The 12-volt battery may be discharged. (  P. 7 8 4 )
Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.

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When trouble arises
7855-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting.■
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio sy stem while the hybrid system is off.●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical compon ents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.■
When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged ●
The power back door must be initialized.
(  P. 8 3 7 )●
The hybrid system may not start. (
 P. 6 6 8 )
●
Make sure that the key is not inside th e vehicle when recharging or replacing
the 12-volt battery. The key may be locked in the vehicle if the alarm is activated.
(  P. 1 2 8 ) Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the 12-volt battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of your vehicle with the
“POWER” switch off.
Maintain the engine sp eed of the second ve hicle and start the
hybrid system of your vehicle by turning the “POWER” switch
to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicat or comes on. If the indicator
does not come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Once the hybrid system has st arted, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the hybrid system starts, have the vehicle inspected at your
Lexus dealer as soon as possible. STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 7
STEP 8

8096-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications Light bulbs
A: HB3 halogen bulbs B: H9 halogen bulbs
C: H11 halogen bulbs D: D4S discharge bulbs
E: Wedge base bulbs (amber) F: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
G: H16 halogen bulbs
* 1
: Vehicles with halogen or discharge headlights
* 2
: Vehicles with LED headlights
* 3
:If equipped Light bulbs Bulb No. W Ty p e
Exterior Headlights
High beam
* 1
High beam
* 2
Low beam (halogen bulbs)
* 3
Low beam (discharge bulbs)
* 3
9005


 60
65
55
35 A
B
C
D
Front turn signal lights 7444NA 28 /8 E
Tail lights  5 F
Front fog lights (halogen bulbs)
* 3
 19 G
Rear side marker lights  5 F
Rear turn signal lights  21 E
Back-up lights 921 16 F
Outer foot lights  5 F
Interior Vanity lights  8 F
Front interior lights  5 F
Rear interior lights  8 F
Luggage compartment lights  5 F
Door courtesy lights  5 F
Footwell lights  3.8 F

8306-2. Customization
Automatic light control system ( 
P. 217)Function Default
setting Custom-
ized
setting
Time elapsed before
the headlights turn
off 30 sec-
onds Off
O —
O —
O O60 sec-
onds
90 sec-
onds
Light sensor sensi-
tivity Standard -2 to 2 O —
O —
O O
Light reminder
buzzer On Off — — — — —
O
Daytime running
light system (except
for Canada) On Off O —
O —
O O

852Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in French) *
*: Vehicles without LED headlightsThe following is a French explanation of headlight aim instructions from the
headlight aim section in this manual.
■ Dépose des habillages du compartiment moteur
Extérieur
Av a n t

865Alphabetical index
Fuel
Capacity................................................ 800
Fuel gauge .............................................. 197
Information............................................. 810
Refueling ....................................................119
Type........................................................... 810
Fuel consumption.....................................45
Fuel door..................................................... 119
Fuel filler door........................................... 119
Fuses.......................................................... 689
Garage door opener............................ 616
Gauges....................................................... 197
Glove box ............................................... 586
Hands-free system for
mobile phone* ........................ 429, 547
Hazard lights
Switch ......................................................724
Head restraints
Adjustment ..............................................97
Headlight aim .........................................706
Headlight cleaner .................................. 231
Headlights
Discharge headlight
precautions ........................................ 722
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Switch ........................................................ 217
Wattage ................................................ 809
Head-up display
Display contrast adjustment
switch ..................................................... 212
Display position adjustment
switch ..................................................... 212
Head-up display main switch ....... 212 Heaters
Seat heaters ......................................... 605
Side mirrors* ....................................... 358
Steering wheel.................................... 604
Hill-start assist control ........................ 276
Hood ........................................................... 651
Hooks
Cargo ........................................................612
Coat......................................................... 608
Horn ............................................................ 196
HUD
Display contrast adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Display position adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Head-up display main switch ........212
Hybrid system
Emergency shut off system.............. 35
Energy monitor/consumption
screen...................................................... 39
High voltage components ............... 34
Hybrid system indicator .................. 201
“POWER” switch................................. 177
Vehicle Proximity Notification
System.......................................................31
Hybrid transmission
Hybrid transmission........................... 186
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................................... 779
S mode ..................................................... 190G
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.