2016 LEXUS RX350 engine

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RX350_U_OM48E90U What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting) ●
If you lose your mechanical keys, ne w genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. (  P. 1 2 1 )●
If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. (  P. 1 2 3 )●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (  P. 6 0 3 )●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. (  P. 221)●
Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person. ●
The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
(  P. 1 4 8 )
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Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
(  P. 1 2 7 )If you have a problem, check the following before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened

729What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX350_U_OM48E90U ●
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
(  P. 220)●
Is the shift lever in P? (  P. 2 2 2 )●
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (  P. 1 4 6 )●
Is the steering wheel unlocked? (  P. 222)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. (  P. 6 6 3 )●
Is the battery discharged? (  P. 6 6 5 )●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode (  P. 6 6 0 )●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (  P. 222)
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Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. (  P. 1 7 7 )
●
The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not operating) for a
period of time. (  P. 222)If you think something is wrong The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically

730 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX350_U_OM48E90U ●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? (  P. 636)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? (  P. 2 3 5 )
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
(  P. 6 3 4 , 6 4 1 ) ●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. (  P. 76 )
Do one of the following to stop the alarms: • Unlock the doors.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the
engine.
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Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. (  P. 6 4 1 )
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When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 6 3 4 , 6 4 1 . A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

735Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Coolant
Capacity ................................................ 678
Checking............................................... 578
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Cooling system ..................................... 578
Engine overheating.......................... 668
Cornering lights .................................... 242
Cruise control
Cruise control......................................326
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 302
Cup holders ..............................................514
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 37
Customizable features ....................... 699
Customized mode ............................... 369
Daytime running light system .......... 243
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 500
Rear window .......................................500
Windshield ........................................... 500
Differential ............................................... 679
Dimension ............................................... 674
Dinghy towing..........................................219
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control....... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 302
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 297
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ........ 288
Multi-information display ..................89
Warning messages............................ 641 Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 570
Doors
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system.............................. 127
Door lock................................................. 126
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 173
Power back door ............................... 130
Rear door child-p rotectors ............ 127
Side doors ............................................... 124
Side windows ........................................ 177
Drive information .....................................93
Drive-start control .......... 193, 227, 232
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .... 636
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 162
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................194
Correct posture .................................... 28
Driving mode select switch .......... 369
Procedures ............................................. 192
Winter drive tips ............................... 380
Driving position memory .................... 162
Memory recall function ....................165
Dynamic radar cruise control ........... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range....................... 302
Dynamic Torque Control AWD
system .....................................................375D

736 Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Eco drive mode ..................................... 369
Eco Driving Indicator........................... 104
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 374
Warning light ...................................... 635
Electronic key ......................................... 120
Battery-saving function .....................147
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 661
Replacing the battery ...................... 603
Emergency flashers ............................. 624
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds...........634
If a warning light turns on...............634
If a warning message is
displayed.............................................. 641
If the battery is discharged ........... 665
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 661
If the engine will not start............... 658
If you have a flat tire ......................... 646
If you lose your keys .................. 121, 123
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................632
If your vehicle becomes stuck .......671
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an emergency ...625
If your vehicle needs to be
towed....................................................626
If your vehicle overheats ............... 668 Engine
ACCESSORY mode ....................... 221
Compartment ..................................... 574
Engine switch ...................................... 220
Hood........................................................ 572
How to start the engine.................. 220
Identification number ....................... 676
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 625
Ignition switch (engine switch) ... 220
Overheating........................................ 668
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................. 678
Checking ............................................... 578
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 85
Engine immobilizer system .................. 74
Engine oil
Capacity ................................................. 676
Checking ............................................... 575
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 380
Engine switch ......................................... 220
Enhanced VSC ......................................374
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering) .........374
Warning light .......................................635
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10E

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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739Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Keyless entry
Smart access system with
push-button start ............................. 146
Wireless remote control .......120, 130
Keys............................................................. 120
Battery-saving function .................... 148
Electronic key ....................................... 120
Engine switch .......................................220
If the electronic key does not
operate properly.............................. 661
Key number plate ............................... 120
Keyless entry ......................................... 120
Mechanical key ...................................... 121
Replacing the battery ...................... 603
Warning buzzer .................................. 125
Wireless remote control ................. 120
Knee airbags ............................................. 36
Lane Departure Alert
with steering control (LDA).......... 293
Lane-Keeping Assist (LKA)............. 283
Language (multi-information
display)...................................................... 101
LATCH anchors ...................................... 69
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ...................... 293
Lever
Auxiliary catch lever ......................... 572
Hood lock release lever ................. 572
Shift lever .................................... 225, 229
Turn signal lever ................................. 234
Wiper lever .............................. 250, 256
Lexus Climate Concierge ................ 494 Lexus Display Audio controller ..... 392
Lexus Enform
* Lexus Enform Remote
* .................... 552
LEXUS Enform Safety
Connect.................................................547
LEXUS Enform Service
Connect
* ............................................. 554
Lexus parking assist monitor ........... 339
Display..................................................... 340
Precautions ........................................... 346
Lexus Safety System+ .........................262
Automatic High Beam.................... 245
Dynamic radar cruise control ....... 314
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 302
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ................... 293
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)......... 283
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ....... 270
License plate lights
Light switch............................................. 241
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 610
Light
Automatic High Beam.................... 245
Cornering lights ................................. 242
Fog light switch ................................... 249
Headlight switch .................................. 241
Illuminated entry system.................... 511
Interior light list ................................... 508
Interior lights ....................................... 509
Luggage compartment light ..........136
Personal lights ...................................... 510
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 610
Turn signal lever ................................. 234
Vanity lights .......................................... 523K
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* : Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

741Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Odometer ................................................ 103
Oil
Engine oil................................................676
Rear differential oil .............................679
Transfer oil .............................................679
Opener
Hood ........................................................ 572
Power back door .................................. 131
Outside rear view mirrors .................. 173
Adjusting and folding.........................173
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)........... 355
Linked mirror function when
reversing .............................................. 175
Mirror position memory .................. 162
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers .......................................... 500
Outside temperature display ............. 85
Overheating ........................................... 668
Paddle shift switches ................. 230, 231
Panic mode ................................................ 121
Panoramic moon roof ......................... 185
Jam protection function ................... 186
Operation ............................................... 185
Parking brake......................................... 235
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer/message.......... 237
Warning light ...................................... 635
Parking lights
Light switch .............................................241
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ............ 270
Warning light ...................................... 636 Personal lights .........................................510
Power back door ...................................130
Touchless power back door.......... 132
Wireless remote control................. 130
Power back door opener and
closer .......................................................130
Power easy access system ................. 162
Power outlets ............................... 531, 532
Power steering (Electric Power
Steering system).................................374
Warning light .......................................635
Power windows
Door lock linked window
operation .............................................. 179
Jam protection function....................178
Operation................................................ 177
Window lock switch .......................... 177
Pre-Collision System (PCS).............270
Warning light ....................................... 636
Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control).......................... 314
Radar cruise control
(dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range) ..................... 302
Radiator.....................................................579
Radio ........................................................... 416
Rear Cross Traffic Alert .................... 355
Rear door sunshades.......................... 534
Rear seat
Folding down the rear
seatbacks .............................................153
Rear seat heaters ................................. 507O
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* : Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.