2016 LEXUS RX350 Owners Manual

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Instrument cluster
RX350_U_OM48E90U Warning lights inform the driver of malfun ctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.
Warning lights * 1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 )
* 1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 )
* 1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 )
* 2
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
Brake system warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 )
* 2
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
(if equipped)
Charging system warning
light (  P. 6 3 4 ) * 1, 2
Brake hold operated
indicator (  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(  P. 6 3 4 ) * 1
Electric power steering
system warning light
(  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(  P. 6 3 4 ) * 1
Electric power steering
system warning light
(  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
SRS warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 ) (if equipped)
LDA indicator (  P. 6 3 5 )
LKA indicator (  P. 6 3 5 )
* 1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(  P. 6 3 4 ) * 1
Slip indicator (  P. 6 3 5 )

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: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not turn on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
* 2
: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the op erating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems. * 1, 2
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(  P. 636)
* 1
Tire pressure warning light
(  P. 636)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P. 636)
* 1
Master warning light
(  P. 636)
Seat belt reminder light
(  P. 636)
Indicators Turn signal indicator
(  P. 2 3 4 ) Cruise control indicator
(  P. 302, 314, 326)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(  P. 2 4 1 ) (if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator (  P. 302, 314)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(  P. 2 4 1 ) Cruise control “SET”
indicator
(  P. 302, 314, 326)
Headlight high beam
indicator (  P. 2 4 2 ) (if equipped)
LDA indicator (  P. 2 9 3 )
LKA indicator (  P. 2 8 3 )
* 1
(if equipped) Automatic High Beam
indicator (  P. 2 4 5 ) (if equipped)
LDA indicator (  P. 2 9 3 )
LKA indicator (  P. 2 8 3 )
Fog light indicator
(  P. 2 4 9 ) * 4
(if equipped)LDA indicator (  P. 2 9 3 )
LKA indicator (  P. 2 8 3 )

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Drive mode indicators 
Except F SPORT models (if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist
indicator (  P. 3 3 0 ) (Canada)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 235, 236)(if equipped)
“BSM” indicator (  P. 3 5 5 )
* 1
Brake hold standby
indicator (  P. 2 3 9 )(if equipped)
“RCTA” indicator
(  P. 3 5 5 )
* 1
Brake hold operated
indicator (  P. 2 3 9 )
* 2, 3
(if equipped)
BSM outside rear view
mirror indicators
(  P. 3 5 5 ) * 1
Eco Driving Indicator Light
(  P. 1 0 4 )
* 1, 4
Slip indicator (  P. 3 76 )
* 6
Security indicator
(  P. 74 , 76 )
* 1, 5
VSC OFF indicator
(  P. 377) * 1
(AWD
models only)
All-wheel drive lock
indicator (  P. 3 7 3 )
* 1, 5
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(  P. 2 74 ) * 7
Low outside temperature
indicator (  P. 8 5 )
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
(  P. 2 3 5 ) * 1, 6
“A I R B A G O N / O F F ”
indicator (  P. 4 9 )
Eco drive mode indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 ) “SPORT” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 )

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F SPORT models
* 1
: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do
not turn on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
* 2
: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the BSM function is enabled on of the multi-information display, the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
• When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the BSM function is enabled
on of the multi-information display.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indica tors do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
* 3
: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
* 4
: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
* 5
: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
* 6
: This light illuminates on the center panel.
* 7
: When the outside temperature is approximately 37  F (3  C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.Eco drive mode indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 ) “SPORT S” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 )
“SPORT S+” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 ) “CUSTOMIZE” indicator
(  P. 3 6 9 )
WA R N I N G ■
If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when
you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help pro-
tect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Instrument cluster
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Except F SPORT models 
F SPORT models
The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.Gauges and meters

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RX350_U_OM48E90U Engine coolant temperature gauge Displays the engine coolant temperature
Tachometer Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
F SPORT models: When sport mode is sele cted for the driving mode, the periph-
ery of the tachometer will change color and the scale of the tachometer will be
emphasized.
Outside temperature Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F
(50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient tempera-
ture is 37°F (3°C) or lower.
Multi-information display Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (  P. 8 9 )
Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (  P. 6 4 1 )
Clock Vehicles with a navigation system:
Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (  P. 5 2 4 )
Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system:
Time displayed on the clock can be adju sted on of the multi-information dis-
play. (  P. 9 6 )
Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Shift position display (  P. 225, 229)
Odometer and trip meter (  P. 1 0 3 )1
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3
4
5
6
7
8
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Rev indicator (F SPORT models)
When the engine reaches a set
speed, a ring-shaped indicator will
be displayed on the tachometer. The desired engine speed at which
the Rev indicator will begin to be dis-
played can be set on of the multi-
information display. (  P. 9 6 )
■
Rev peak (F SPORT models)
The engine speed reaches or
exceeds 5000 rpm, an afterimage
of the tachometer will be displayed
at the highest engine speed for
approximately 1 second.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter • The brightness of the instrument
panel lights can be adjusted individu-
ally for day mode and night mode
* .
• If the brightness is adjusted when the
surroundings are bright and the tail
lights are on (day mode brightness
adjustment), the brightness level of
night mode will be adjusted at the
same time.
* : Day mode and night mode:  P. 8 8Instrument panel light control 1
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The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode. ■
Brightness of the meters (day mode and night mode)
The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and night mode. ●
Day mode: When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but the surrounding
area is bright ●
Night mode: When the tail lights are on and the surrounding area is dark ■
Outside temperature display ●
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the
display may take longer than normal to change.
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a
garage, tunnel, etc.) ●
When “  ” or “E” is displayed, the sy stem may be ma lfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer. ■
Clock settings screen (vehicles with a navigation system only)
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed continuously when attempting to change the
clock settings, the system may be malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. (  P. 9 6 )
NOTICE ■
To prevent damage to the engine and its components ●
Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates
the maximum engine speed. ●
The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red
zone (H). In this case, immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the
engine after it has cooled completely. (  P. 6 6 8 )