604 8-1. Specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Intended outboard sidewall (a)The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears white
lettering, or bears manu facturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b)The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipurpose
passenger vehicles
Load rating The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure
Maximum load rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible infla-
tion pressure The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire may
be inflated
Measuring rim The rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open splice Any parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner that extends to cord material
Outer diameter The overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, incl uding elevations due to label-
ing, decorations, or pr otective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose
passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
Ply A layer of rubber-coated parallel cords
Ply separation A parting of rubber compou nd between adjacent pliesTire related term Meaning
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Pneumatic tire A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric
and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an
automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tire A pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substantially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher
inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire
Section width The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
Sidewall That portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separation The parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Ref-
erence Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as
described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method
for Single Wheel Driving Tract ion in a Straight Line on
Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked
with an Alpine Symbol( ) on at least one sidewall
Te s t r i m The rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be
any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire
Tr e a d That portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road
Tr e a d r i b A tread section running circumferentially around a tireTire related term Meaning
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Vehicle specifications 8-3. Initialization
Items to initialize The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the 12-volt battery being re connected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle. Item When to initialize Reference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A. only) • After the maintenance is per-
formed P. 4 6 6
Tire pressure warning system • When changing the tire inflation
pressure by changing traveling
speed
• When changing the tire size
• When rotating the tires P. 4 8 9
Oil maintenance • After the maintenance is per-
formed P. 4 7 8
Power back door • After reconnecting or changing
the 12-volt battery P. 1 5 0
639What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX450h_U_OM0E013U ●
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
( P. 5 4 9 )●
Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
( P. 5 7 8 )When a problem has occurred If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck
644 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Driving
Break-in tips ........................................ 206
Correct posture.....................................30
Driving mode select switch .......... 377
Hybrid vehicle driving tips.............387
Procedures ...........................................204
Winter drive tips ................................ 390
Driving position memory..................... 174
Memory recall function..................... 177
Power easy access system .............174
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......................... 311
E-Four ....................................................... 382
ECB (Electronically Controlled
Brake System) ..................................... 381
Eco drive mode ......................................377
EDR (Event data recorder) .................... 11
Electric motor
Location ..................................................... 76
Specification ........................................ 584
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........ 381
Warning light .......................................537
Electronic key ..........................................132
Battery-saving function .................... 159
If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 564
Replacing the battery ...................... 506 Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) .........................381
Emergency flashers ............................ 528
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds ..........536
If a warning light turns on .............. 536
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 543
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged........................................ 568
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................ 564
If the hybrid system will
not start .................................................561
If you have a flat tire .......................... 549
If you lose your keys................ 133, 135
If you think something is
wrong...................................................535
If your vehicle becomes
stuck...................................................... 578
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency ........................................ 529
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ...................................................530
If your vehicle overheats ................ 574
Energy monitor ....................................... 124E
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RX450h_U_OM0E013U Engine
ACCESSORY mode...................... 233
Compartment ......................................475
Engine switch ....................................... 232
Hood ........................................................ 473
How to start the hybrid
system .................................................. 232
Identification number ...................... 583
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ..........529
Ignition switch (power switch) .... 232
Overheating .........................................574
Power switch........................................ 232
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................ 587
Checking................................................ 479
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 390
Engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................................97
Engine oil
Capacity ................................................ 585
Checking................................................ 476
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 390
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 478
Engine switch ......................................... 232
Enhanced VSC ...................................... 381
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering) ......... 381
Warning light .......................................537
EV drive mode....................................... 237
EV indicator ............................................... 78
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11 Flat tire ...................................................... 549
Floor mats................................................... 28
Fluid
Brake....................................................... 588
Transmission ....................................... 588
Washer ................................................... 482
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Switch ...................................................... 259
Front passenger footwell
hooks.......................................................442
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............................. 51
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 538
Front seat heaters .................................. 415
Front seats ................................................. 164
Adjustment..............................................164
Cleaning................................................. 462
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving position memory................. 174
Head restraints ..................................... 179
Power easy access system ............. 174
Seat heaters ............................................415
Seat position memory ....................... 174
Front side marker lights
Light switch............................................. 251
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Wattage ................................................ 590 F
654 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Sensor
Automatic headlight system .........253
Camera sensor ................................... 273
Humidity sensor .................................. 413
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 184
Intuitive parking assist ......................339
Radar sensor ........................................ 273
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers .................................................... 261
Touchless sensor ................................ 144
Service reminder indicators ............... 92
Shift lever ................................................. 239
Side airbags ............................................... 39
Side doors..................................................136
Side marker lights
Light switch ............................................ 251
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Side mirrors ............................................. 185
Adjusting and folding........................ 185
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)............363
Heaters................................................... 409 Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Turn signal lever ................................. 244
Smart access system
with push-button start .......................158
Antenna location................................. 158
Entry functions ............................136, 142
Starting the hybrid system............. 232
Snow tires ................................................ 392
Spare tire
Inflation pressure............................... 589
Storage location ................................ 550
Spark plug ............................................... 587
Specifications......................................... 582
Speedometer ............................................. 97
Sport mode .............................................. 377
Steering wheel ......................................... 181
Adjustment............................................... 181
Heated steering wheel .....................415
Power easy access system ............. 174
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Storage feature ....................................... 421
Storage precautions ............................. 421
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck........ 578
656 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Tachometer ................................................97
Tail lights
Light switch ............................................ 251
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Theft deterrent system
Alarm........................................................... 87
Immobilizer system ............................. 85
Tire inflation pressure
Maintenance data ............................. 589
Warning light ...................................... 538
Tire information ..................................... 594
Glossary .................................................. 601
Size ............................................................597
Tire identification number............. 596
Uniform Tire Quality
Grading.............................................. 599
Tire pressure warning system
Initializing ............................................... 488
Installing tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters ............... 488
Registering ID codes ...................... 489
Warning light ...................................... 538 Tires ............................................................487
Chains .......................................................391
Checking ............................................... 487
Glossary.................................................. 601
If you have a flat tire .......................... 549
Inflation pressure................... 496, 589
Replacing ............................................... 549
Rotating tires ........................................ 487
Size .......................................................... 589
Snow tires .............................................. 392
Spare tire................................... 549, 589
Tire identification number .............596
Tire pressure warning system .... 488
Uniform Tire Quality Grading....599
Warning light .......................................538
Tools .......................................................... 550
Top tether strap ........................................ 73
Total load capacity............................... 582
Touchless power back door .............. 144
Towing
Dinghy towing ....................................... 231
Emergency towing ...........................530
Trailer Sway Control ....................... 382
Trailer towing............................. 217, 230
TRAC (Traction Control)...................381
Traction Control (TRAC)...................381
Trailer Sway Control .......................... 382
Trailer towing ................................217, 230T