2016 LEXUS RX350 air condition

5997-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U Remove the filter cover.
Unlock the filter cover.
Move the filter cover in the direc-
tion of the arrow, and then pull it
out of the claws.
Remove the filter case. There may be foreign objects on top of
the air conditioning filter.
Remove the air conditioning filter
from the filter case and replace it
with a new one. The “  UP” marks shown on the filter
and the filter case should be pointing up.
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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filt er according to the ma intenance schedule. In
dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be required. (For
scheduled maintenance informat ion, please refer to the “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
or “Scheduled Maintenance”.) ■
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary. ■
Air conditioning filter with deodorizing function
When fragrances are placed in your vehicle, the deodorizing effect may become signifi-
cantly weakened in a short period.
When an air conditioning odor comes out cont inuously, replace the air conditioning filter.5
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600 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350_U_OM48E90U NOTICE ■
When using the air conditioning system
Make sure that a filter is always installed.
Using the air conditioning system without a filter may cause damage to the system.■
To prevent damage to the filter cover
When moving the filter cover in the direction of
arrow to release the fitting, pay attention not to
apply excessive force to the claws. Otherwise,
the claws may be damaged.

638 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Inspect the tires to check if a tire is punctured.
If a tire is punctured:  P. 6 4 6
If none of the tires are punctured:
Turn the engine switch off then turn it to IGNITION ON mode. Check if the tire pressure
warning light comes on or blinks. 
If the tire pressure warning light comes on
After the temperature of the tires has lowere d sufficiently, check the inflation pressure
of each tire and adjust th em to the specified level.
If the warning light does not turn off even after several minutes have elapsed, check
that the inflation pressure of each tire is at the specified level and perform initialization.
(  P. 5 8 6 )
If the warning light does not turn off several minutes after the initia lization has been per-
formed, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. 
If the tire pressure warning light blinks for 1 minute then stays on
There may be a malfunction in the tire pressure warning system. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. ■
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting
the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes). ■
When a tire is replaced with a spare tire
The compact spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure warning valve and transmit-
ter. If a tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will not turn off even though the flat
tire has been replaced with the spare tire. Replace the spare tire with the repaired tire
and adjust the tire inflation pressure. The tire pressure warning light will go off after a few
minutes. ■
Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function properly
 P. 5 8 9 ■
Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound. ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. (  P. 6 9 9 )1
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668 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U Stop the vehicle in a safe place and tu rn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is
between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator capIf your vehicle overheats The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating. ●
The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge (  P. 8 5 ) e n t e r s t h e
red zone, or a loss of engine power is experienced. (For example, the vehi-
cle speed does not increase.) ●
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information display. ●
Steam comes out from under the hood.
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6698-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350_U_OM48E90U Add coolant if necessary. Water can be used in an emergency if
coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant leaks from the radiator or
hoses. The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immediately after a
cold start. Confirm that the fans are oper ating by checking the fan sound and air flow.
If it is difficult to check these, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately an d contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High St op in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the engine and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
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6939-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX350_U_OM48E90U Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupa nts specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below

7099-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
RX350_U_OM48E90U ■
Driving mode select switch (  P. 3 6 9 )
* :If equipped ■
Automatic air conditioning system (  P. 4 9 5 )
* : If equipped■
Seat heaters
* /seat ventilators
* (  P. 506, 507)
* : If equipped Function Default setting Customized setting
Powertrain control in customized
mode
* Normal Po w e r
O —
Eco
Chassis control in customized
mode
* Normal Sport O —
Air conditioning operation in
customized mode
* Normal Eco O — 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
A/C auto switch operation On Off O O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity
* Standard -3 to 3 O O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Driver’s seat temperature prefer-
ence in automatic mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O O
Front passenger’s seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O O 1 2

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RX350_U_OM48E90U Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index A/C ............................................................ 495
Air conditioning filter....................... 598
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 495
S-FLOW mode ................................. 496
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 374
Warning light .......................................634
Adaptive Front-lighting System
(AFS) ...................................................... 242
Adaptive Variable Suspension
System ................................................... 375
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System) .................................................. 242
Air conditioning filter ..........................598
Air conditioning system ..................... 495
Air conditioning filter....................... 598
Automatic air conditioning
system ................................................. 495
S-FLOW mode ................................. 496
Airbags ........................................................ 36
Airbag operating conditions ........... 44
Airbag precautions for your
child .......................................................... 39
Airbag warning light .........................634
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions........................ 44
Curtain shield airbag
precautions ........................................... 42 Front passenger occupant
classification system......................... 49
General airbag precautions ........... 39
Locations of airbags............................ 36
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 43
Seat cushion airbag ............................. 36
Side airbag operating
conditions ............................................. 44
Side airbag precautions .................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ....................... 44
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 39
SRS airbag instructions for
Canadian owners ............................ 716
SRS airbags ............................................. 36
Alarm ............................................................ 76
All-wheel drive lock mode ................373
Anchor brackets...................................... 59
Antenna
Radio ..........................................................419
Smart access system
with push-button start....................146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .......374
Warning light ....................................... 634
Approach warning .................... 309, 321
Armrest .................................................... 534
Assist grips .............................................. 535A