2016 LEXUS RX450H air conditioning

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●Fluid leaks under the vehicle
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points higher than nor-
mal
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the hybrid system
●Engine missing, stumbling or running roughly
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches the floor
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

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■“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” is
shown on the multi-information displayStop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning system, and
then stop the hybrid system.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the hybrid system has
cooled down sufficiently, inspect
the hoses and radiator core (radi-
ator) 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 cap
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
●The needle of the engine coolant temperature gauge ( P. 97) enters the
red zone, or a loss of hybrid system power is experienced. (For example, the
vehicle speed does not increase.)
●“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Manual” or
“Hybrid System Overheated Reduced Output Power” is shown on the
multi-information display.
●Steam comes out from under the hood.
Correction procedures
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Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency
if coolant is unavailable.
Start the hybrid system and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator 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 operating by checking the fan sound and air
flow. If it is difficult to check these, tu rn the air conditioning system on and off
repeatedly. (The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the hybrid system immediately and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s
Manual” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the hybrid system and contact your Lexus dealer.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest Lexus dealer.
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6168-2. Customization
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■Driving mode select switch ( P. 377)
*: If equipped
■Automatic air conditioning system ( P. 405)
■Seat heaters/seat ventilators ( P. 415, 416)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Powertrain control in customized
mode
*NormalPowerO—Eco
Chassis control in customized
mode*NormalSportO—
Air conditioning operation in
customized mode
*NormalEcoO—
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffOO
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3OO
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FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat temperature prefer-
ence in automatic modeStandard-2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer)OO
Front passenger’s seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
modeStandard-2 (cooler) to 2 (warmer)OO
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Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 405
Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 405
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)........ 381 Warning light .......................................537
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ...................................................... 252
Adaptive Variable Suspension System ................................................... 382
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .................................................. 252
Air conditioning filter ........................... 501
Air conditioning system ..................... 405 Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 405
S-FLOW mode ................................. 406 Airbags ........................................................ 38
Airbag operating conditions .......... 46
Airbag precautions for your child............................................................ 41
Airbag warning light ........................536
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 46
Curtain shield airbag precautions .......................................... 44
Front passenger occupant classification system........................... 51
General airbag precautions ............. 41
Locations of airbags............................ 38
Modification and disposal of airbags .................................................... 45
Seat cushion airbag ............................. 38
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 46
Side airbag precautions ...................... 41
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 46
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions ............................................ 41
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ................... 624
SRS airbags ............................................. 38
Alarm ............................................................87
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Anchor brackets ........................................ 61
AntennaSmart access system with push-button start ................... 158
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)........ 381 Warning light .......................................537
Approach warning.....................318, 330
Armrest .................................................... 443
Assist grips .............................................. 444
Audio system
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Automatic air conditioning system .................................................... 405 Air conditioning filter......................... 501
Automatic air conditioning system ................................................. 405
S-FLOW mode ............................... 406
Automatic headlight leveling system .................................................... 253
Automatic High Beam ....................... 255
Automatic light control system.........251
Auxiliary boxes ...........................426, 430
Back door Power back door .................................142
Touchless power back door ......... 144
Wireless remote control ..................142
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Wattage ................................................. 590 Battery (12-volt battery)
Battery checking ................................483
If the 12-volt battery is discharged........................................ 568
Preparing and checking before winter....................................................390
Warning light .......................................536
Battery (traction battery) ..................... 80
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ............... 363 Blind Spot Monitor function ............................................367
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function ............................................. 371
Bottle holders .........................................425
Brake Brake Hold ........................................... 249
Fluid ......................................................... 588
Parking brake ...................................... 245
Regenerative braking ......................... 78
Warning light .......................................536
Brake assist ...............................................381
Brake Hold...............................................249 Warning light ....................................... 537
Break-in tips ........................................... 206
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ........ 99
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 363 Blind Spot Monitor function......... 367
Rear Cross Traffic Alert function.................................................. 371
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Front turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Turn signal lever ................................. 244
Wattage ................................................. 590
Fuel Capacity ................................................ 584
Fuel gauge ................................................ 97
Information ............................................. 591
Refueling................................................. 267
Type ......................................................... 584
Fuel filler door ........................................ 267 Refueling................................................. 267
When the fuel filler door cannot be opened .........................269
Fuses ..........................................................508
Garage door opener .......................... 445
Gauges .........................................................97
Glove box ................................................ 422
Grocery bag hooks ............................. 428 Head restraints........................................ 179
Head-up display ...................................... 118
Headlight cleaner ................................ 260
Headlights ................................................. 251
Automatic headlight leveling ....... 253
Automatic High Beam.................... 255
Light switch............................................. 251
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Wattage ................................................ 590
Windshield wiper linked headlight illumination ................... 254
Heated steering wheel ........................ 415
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system .............................................. 405
Heated steering wheel ................... 415
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 409
Seat heaters .............................. 415 , 416
High mounted stoplight Replacing .................................................513
Hill-start assist control .........................381
Hood ..........................................................473 Open ....................................................... 473
Hooks Cargo hooks ........................................427
Cargo net hooks ................................427
Front passenger footwell hooks.................................................... 442
Grocery bag hooks ......................... 428
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 28
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