2016 LEXUS RX450H brake

5637-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Turn the power switch to ON mode and check that the parking brake is set.
(  P. 2 3 3 , 2 4 5 )
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Depress the brake pedal.
Pry the cover up with a flathead
screwdriver or equivalent tool. To prevent damage to the cover, cover
the tip of the screwdriver with a rag.
Press the shift lock override button. The shift lever can be shifted while the
button is pressedIf the shift lever cannot be shifted from P If the shift lever cannot be shifted with your foot on the brake pedal, there may
be a problem with the shift lock system (a system to prevent accidental opera-
tion of the shift lever). Have the vehicl e inspected by your Lexus dealer imme-
diately.
The following steps may be used as an emergency measure to ensure that the
shift lever can be shifted: 1
2
3
4
5

566 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the power switch. When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the power switch will
turn to ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in cus-
tomization setting, the power switch will
turn to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the power switch.
In the event that the hybrid system st ill cannot be operated, contact your Lexus
dealer.Starting the hybrid system 1
2
3
4

5677-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX450h_U_OM0E013U ■
Stopping the hybrid system
Shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake, and press the power switch as you normally
do when stopping the hybrid system. ■
Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measure, it is recommended that the electronic
key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. (  P. 5 0 6 )■
Changing power switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the power switch in step above.
The hybrid system does not start and mode s will be changed each time the switch is
pressed. (  P. 2 3 3 )■
When the electronic key does not work properly ●
Make sure that the smart access system wi th push-button start has not been deacti-
vated in the custom ization setting. If it is off, turn the function on.
(Customizable features  P. 6 1 0 )●
Check if battery-saving mo de is set. If it is se t, cancel the function. (  P. 1 6 0 )
WA R N I N G ■
When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or the moon roof
or panoramic moon roof
Operate the power window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof after checking
to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger ha ving any of their body parts
caught in the window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the mech anical key. It is possible for children and
other passengers to get caught in the powe r window or the moon roof or panoramic
moon roof. 3

578 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Stop the hybrid system. Shift the shift lever to P and set the parking brake.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other material under the front wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and release the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. ■
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. 1
2
3
4
5

588 8-1. Specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U * : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
* : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
* : Minimum pedal clearance when depressed wi th a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50.0 kgf)
while the hybrid system is operating.Hybrid transmission Fluid capacity
* 5.1 qt. (4.8 L, 4.2 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type To y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE ■
Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toy ota Genuine ATF WS” may ultimately damage
the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.
Rear differential (Rear electric motor) (AWD models) Fluid capacity
* 1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type To y o t a G e n u i n e AT F W S
NOTICE ■
Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toy ota Genuine ATF WS” may ultimately damage
the hybrid transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes Pe d a l c l e a r a n c e
* 3.7 in. (95 mm) Min.
Brake pad wear limit 0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Pedal free play 0.04 — 0.24 in. (1.0 — 6.0 mm)
Fluid type FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703

6018-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U 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 hybrid transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed eq uipment (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

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RX450h_U_OM0E013U Production options weight The combined weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they replace, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty
12-volt battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg)
times the vehicle’s designated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded
vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on the
tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its sh are of curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in
accordance with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
We a t h e r s i d e The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated
tire
Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped
or reinforced by ply cords and that is shaped to fit the
rimTire related term Meaning

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Vehicle specifications 8-2. Customization
When customizing vehicle features, ensure that the vehicle is parked in a safe
place with the shift lever in P and the parking brake set. ■
Changing on the audio system screen
Press the “MENU” button on the Remote Touch.
Select on the “Menu” screen and select .
Various setting can be changed. Refer to the list of settings that can be
changed for details. ■
Changing using the multi-information display
 P. 1 0 9
Some function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being
customized. Contact your Lexus dealer for further details.
Settings that can be changed on the audio system screen
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, – =Not available ■
Vehicle proximity notification system (  P. 77)Customizable features Your vehicle includes a variety of electronic features that can be personalized
to suit your preferences. The settings of these features can be changed using
the multi-information display, on the audio system screen, or at your Lexus
dealer.
Customizing vehicle features
Customizable Features 1
2
1
2
Function Default setting Customized setting
The volume of vehicle proximity
notification system sound Level 1 Level 2
— O
Level 3 1 2