2015 LEXUS RX450h reset

6754-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care ■
The initialization operation ●
Make sure to carry out initialization af ter adjusting the tire inflation pressure.
Also, make sure the tires are cold before carrying out initialization or tire infla-
tion pressure adjustment.●
If you have accidentally turned the “POWER ” switch off during initialization, it is
not necessary to press the reset switch again as initialization will restart auto-
matically when the “POWER” switch has been turned to ON mode for the next
time.●
If you accidentally press the reset switch when initialization is not necessary,
adjust the tire inflation pressure to th e specified level when the tires are cold,
and conduct initialization again.■
When the initialization of the tire pressure warning system has failed
Initialization can be completed in a few minutes. However, in the following cases,
the settings have not been recorded and the system will not operate properly. If
repeated attempts to record tire inflation pressure settings are unsuccessful, have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ●
When operating the tire pressure warnin g reset switch, the tire pressure warn-
ing light does not blink 3 times. ●
After carrying out the initialization proc edure, the tire pressure warning light
blinks for 1 minute then stays on after driving for 20 minutes.

6774-3. 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.

7385-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following: ●
Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.●
Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The lamp will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after several trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon
as possible.■
SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airb ag sensor assembly, front airbag sensors,
side and curtain shield airbag sensors, curtain shield and rear side airbag sensors,
door sensors, driver's seat position sensor, driver's seat belt buckle switch, front
passenger occupant classification system (ECU and sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indi-
cator light, “AIR BAG OFF” in dicator light, front pass enger's seat belt buckle
switch, seat belt pretensioner assemblies, inflators, interconnecting wiring and
power sources. (  P. 1 3 2 )■
Front passenger detection sensor, passen ger seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer ●
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound
even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.●
If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.■
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily
drops, the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warn-
ing buzzer may sound.
■
When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.

7505-2. Steps to take in an emergency
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that all mainte-
nance according to the
driven distance on the
maintenance schedule*
should be performed
soon. If necessary, perform
maintenance.
Comes on approximately
4500 miles (7200 km)
after the maintenance
data has been reset.
(U.S.A. only) Indicates that all mainte-
nance is required to cor-
respond to the driven
distance on the mainte-
nance schedule*.
Perform the necessary
maintenance. Please reset
the maintenance data
after the maintenance is
performed. (  P. 6 4 1 )Comes on approximately
5000 miles (8000 km)
after the maintenance
data has been reset.
(The indicator will not
work properly unless the
maintenance data has
been reset.)Wa r n i n g m e s s a g e Details Correction procedure

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When trouble arises
7735-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■
If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice (vehicles with a
compact spare tire)
Install the compact spare tire on one of the rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the
following steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehi-
cle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires.■
After completing the tire change
The tire pressure warning system must be reset. (  P. 6 7 1 )
CAUTION■
Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,
leading to death or serious injury. ●
Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.●
Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do no t use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.●
Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.●
Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by the
jack.●
Do not start or run the hybrid system while your vehicle is supported by the jack.●
Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.●
When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●
Do not raise the vehicle to a height greate r than that required to replace the tire.
●
Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

868Alphabetical index
Parking assist sensors* .......................248
Parking brake .......................................... 195
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs........................708
Switch ........................................................ 217
PCS
Function .................................................. 278
Pre-collision braking off
switch ................................................... 279
Warning light ....................................... 734
Personal lights
Switch ......................................................583
Phone*........................................... 429, 552
Power back door ..................................... 75
Power control unit coolant
Capacity ................................................ 804
Checking ...............................................659
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 302
Power easy access system................... 95
Power outlet............................................. 601
“POWER” switch.................................... 177
Power windows ........................................ 112
Pre-collision system
Function .................................................. 278
Pre-collision braking off
switch ................................................... 279
Warning light ....................................... 734 Radar cruise control............................ 236
Radiator ......................................................661
Radio* ............................................ 365, 477
Rear seat entert ainment system*
Rear seats
Folding down ......................................... 89
Seat adjustment..................................... 89
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 708
Wattage .................................................809
Rear view mirror
Compass ................................................622
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 107
Outside rear view mirrors ..............109
Rear view monitor
system* ...................................... 258, 266
Rear window defogger* ....................358
Rear window wiper.............................. 229
Remote Touch*
Replacing
Electronic key battery ..................... 687
Fuses ........................................................ 689
Light bulbs ............................................ 708
Tires...........................................................764
Wireless remote control
battery ................................................. 687
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners..........................................840
Reset the maintenance data ..............641
Roof luggage carrier........................... 296P R