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5136-4. Using the storage features
6
Interior features
RX350_U_OM48E90U Open (press the button)
Unlock with the mechanical key
Lock with the mechanical key
The glove box light turns on when the tail lights are on.
Push the knob. Lift by hand to fully open the console
box.
●
The console box light turns on when the tail lights are on.Glove box 1
2
3
Console box ●
A pen can be stored in the pen holder on the
underside of the lid.
●
Remove the tray to access a storage space
under the tray.
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RX350_U_OM48E90U 6
Interior features 6-5. Using the other interior features
To set the visor in the forward posi-
tion, flip it down.
To set the visor in the side position,
flip down, unhook, and swing it to the
side.
To use the side extender, place the
visor in the side position, then slide it
backward.
Slide the cover to open. The light turns on when the cover is
opened.
If the vanity lights remain on when the engine switch is turned off, the light will go off auto-
matically after 20 minutes.Other interior features Sun visors 1
2
3
Vanity mirrors
NOTICE
To prevent battery discharge, do not leave the vanity lights on for extended periods
while the engine is off.
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5677-2. Maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U * : Vehicles with sing le-beam headlightsVehicle interior Items Check points
Accelerator pedal • The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (with-
out uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism • When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, is
the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal • Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? ( P. 6 8 0 )
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of
free play? ( P. 6 8 0 )
Brakes • The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints • Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly?
* ( P. 6 0 8 )
Parking brake • Does the parking brake switch operate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,
is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts •Do the seat belt s operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats • Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel • Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of
free play?
• There should not be an y strange sounds coming
from the steering wheel.
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658 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ●
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
( P. 220)●
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. ( P. 74 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded. ●
The battery may be discharged. ( P. 6 6 5 )
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. ( P. 6 5 9 )If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed ( P. 220), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over
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6598-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
RX350_U_OM48E90U One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected. ●
The battery may be discharged. ( P. 6 6 5 )●
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally.
T urn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode and check that the parking
brake is set. ( P. 221, 235)
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.The starter motor does not turn ove r, the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function 1
2
3
4
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682 9-1. Specifications
RX350_U_OM48E90U A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
* 1
: Vehicles with single-beam headlights
* 2
: Vehicles without door trim ornament lightsLight bulbs Light bulbs Bulb No. W Ty p e
Exterior Front side marker lights
* 1
5 B
Front turn signal lights
* 1
74 4 4 N A 28 /8 A
Rear turn signal lights
* 1
21 A
Back-up lights 921 16 B
Interior Door courtesy lights
* 2
5 B
Vanity lights 8 B
Luggage compartment light 5 B
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710 9-2. Customization
RX350_U_OM48E90U ■
Illumination ( P. 5 0 8 )
* : If equipped Function Default setting Customized setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O O7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation after the engine
switch is turned off On Off — O
Operation when the doors are
unlocked On Off — O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person On Off — O
Footwell lights and front center
console light On Off — O
Instrument panel ornament
light
* and door trim ornament
lights
* On Off — O
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O O7. 5 s e c o n d s
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot lights
when you approach the vehicle
with the electronic key on your
person On Off — O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when the doors are unlocked
with the power door lock switch On Off — O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when a door is opened On Off — O
Fading out of the outer foot lights
when they turn off Long Short — O 1 2
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738 Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........................... 450
Head restraints ........................................ 167
Head-up display......................................107
Headlight cleaner................................. 250
Headlights ................................................. 241
Automatic headlight leveling ....... 243
Automatic High Beam ....................245
Light switch .............................................241
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Wattage ................................................. 682
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination.................... 244
Heated steering wheel ....................... 506
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 495
Heated steering wheel ................... 506
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 500
Seat heaters .............................506, 507
High mounted stoplight
Replacing ................................................ 610
Hill-start assist control ........................ 374
Hood .......................................................... 572
Hooks
Cargo hooks ......................................... 518
Cargo net hooks ................................. 518
Front passenger footwell
hooks ................................................... 533
Grocery bag hooks........................... 519
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ............. 26
Horn .............................................................169
HUD (Head-up display) ......................107 I/M test ..................................................... 569
Identification
Engine ..................................................... 676
Vehicle .................................................... 675
Ignition switch (engine switch) ....... 220
Illuminated entry system ...................... 511
Immobilizer system ................................. 74
Indicators .................................................... 80
Initialization
Engine oil maintenance data ....... 577
Items to initialize ................................... 712
Power back door ............................... 138
Tire pressure warning system .... 585
Inside rear view mirror...........................171
Instrument panel light control .............87
Interior lights .......................................... 508
Switch ..................................................... 509
Wattage ................................................. 682
Intuitive parking assist ........................ 330
Jack
Positioning a floor jack.................... 573
Vehicle-equipped jack ................... 647
Jack handle .............................................. 647
Jam protection function
Electronic sunshade.......................... 186
Moon roof ...............................................182
Panoramic moon roof...................... 186
Power back door opener
and closer ........................................... 138
Power windows....................................178H I
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