2016 LEXUS RX450H differential

2114-1. Before driving
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Driving
RX450h_U_OM0E013U NOTICE ■
When driving the vehicle ●
Do not depress the accelerator and brake peda ls at the same time during driving, as
this may restrain driving torque. ●
Do not use the accelerator pedal or depress the accelerator and brake pedals at the
same time to hold the vehicle on a hill. ■
When parking the vehicle
Always shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake. Failure to do so may cause the
vehicle to move or the vehicle may accelerate suddenly if the acce lerator pedal is acci-
dentally depressed. ■
Avoiding damage to vehicle parts ●
Do not turn the steering wheel fully in either direction and hold it there for an
extended period of time.
Doing so may damage the power steering motor. ●
When driving over bumps in the road, drive as slowly as possible to avoid damaging
the wheels, underside of the vehicle, etc. ■
If you get a flat tire while driving
A flat or damaged tire may cause the follo wing situations. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and gradually depress the brak e pedal to slow down the vehicle.●
It may be difficult to control your vehicle. ●
The vehicle will make abnormal sounds or vibrations. ●
The vehicle will lean abnormally.
Information on what to do in case of a flat tire (  P. 5 4 9 )■
When encountering flooded roads
Do not drive on a road that has flooded after heavy rain, etc. Doing so may cause the
following serious damage to the vehicle: ●
Engine stalling ●
Short in electrical components ●
Engine damage caused by water immersion
In the event that you drive on a flooded road and the vehicle is flooded, be sure to have
your Lexus dealer check the following: ●
Brake function ●
Changes in quantity and quality of oil and fluid used for the engine, hybrid transmis-
sion, rear differential (AWD models), etc. ●
Lubricant condition for the bearings and susp ension joints (where possible), and the
function of all joints, bearings, etc.

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

643Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Coolant
Capacity ................................................ 587
Checking................................................ 479
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 390
Cooling system ..................................... 479
Hybrid system overheating ..........574
Cornering lights .................................... 252
Cruise control
Cruise control..................................... 335
Dynamic radar cruise control...... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ....................... 311
Cup holders ............................................ 423
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 39
Customizable features ....................... 607
Customized mode ................................377 Daytime running light system.......... 253
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............409
Rear window ........................................409
Windshield............................................409
Differential .............................................. 588
Dimension ............................................... 582
Dinghy towing ......................................... 231
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control ..... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range .......................311
Energy monitor..................................... 124
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ...................306
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)......... 297
Multi-information display.................102
Warning messages .......................... 543
Do-it-yourself maintenance............... 471
Doors
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system..............................139
Door lock................................................ 138
Outside rear view mirrors ............. 185
Power back door ................................ 142
Rear door child-p rotectors ............139
Side doors ...............................................136
Side windows ....................................... 189
Drive information ...................................106
Drive-start control .................... 205, 242
Driver’s seat belt reminder light .... 538
Driver’s seat position memory.......... 174 D

650 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Multi-information display
AWD Control display ...................... 107
Clock........................................................... 97
Drive information ................................ 106
Dynamic radar cruise control...... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ....................... 311
Energy monitor .....................................124
G-force display....................................108
Language .................................................. 113
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) .................. 306
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) ......... 297
Outside temperature .......................... 97
Settings ..................................................... 109
Suggestion function ............................. 116
Sway warning display ....................... 107
Warning messages...........................543
Navigation system
*Noise from under vehicle ....................... 8 Odometer .................................................. 115
Oil
Engine oil .............................................. 585
Rear differential oil ........................... 588
Opener
Fuel filler door...................................... 269
Hood........................................................ 473
Power back door ................................ 143
Outside rear view mirrors ..................185
Adjusting and folding ....................... 185
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ........... 363
Linked mirror function
when reversing..................................187
Mirror position memory .................. 174
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers...........................................409
Outside temperature display .............. 97
Overheating............................................574
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