2016 LEXUS RX450H ECO mode

291-1. For safe use
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For safety and security
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause the driver’s floor mat to slip, possibly interfering with the ped-
als while driving. An unexpectedly high spee d may result or it may become difficult to
stop the vehicle. This could lead to an ac cident, resulting in death or serious injury.
■When installing the driver’s floor mat
●Do not use floor mats designed for other models or different model year vehicles,
even if they are Lexus Genuine floor mats.
●Only use floor mats designed for the driver’s seat.
●Always install the floor mat securely using the retaining hooks (clips) provided.
●Do not use two or more floor mats on top of each other.
●Do not place the floor mat bottom-side up or upside-down.
■Before driving
●Check that the floor mat is securely fixed in
the correct place with all the provided retain-
ing hooks (clips). Be especially careful to per-
form this check after cleaning the floor.
●With the hybrid system stopped and the shift
lever in P, fully depress each pedal to the floor
to make sure it does not interfere with the
floor mat.

701-2. Child safety
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WARNING
■When installing a child restraint system
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not allow children to play with the seat belt. If the seat belt becomes twisted
around a child’s neck, it may lead to chokin g or other serious injuries that could result
in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut the
belt.
●Ensure that the belt and plate are securely locked and the seat belt is not twisted.
●Shake the child restraint system left and right, and forward and backward to ensure
that it has been securely installed.
●After securing a child restraint system, never adjust the seat.
●When a booster seat is installed, always ensure that the shoulder belt is positioned
across the center of the child’s shoulder. The belt should be kept away from the child’s
neck, but not so that it could fall off the child’s shoulder.
●Follow all installation instructions provided by the child restraint system manufacturer.
●When securing some types of child restraint systems in rear seats, it may not be possi-
ble to properly use the seat belts in positions next to the child restraint without inter-
fering with it or affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be sure your seat belt fits snugly
across your shoulder and low on your hips. If it does not, or if it interferes with the child
restraint, move to a different position. Failure to do so ma y result in death or serious
injury.
●When installing a child restraint system in th e rear center seat, adjust both seat cush-
ions to the same position an d align both seatbacks at the same angle. The seatbacks
must be adjusted to the same angle. Otherwise, the child restra int system cannot be
securely restrained and this may cause death or serious injuries in the event of sudden
braking, sudden swerving or an accident.
■When installing a booster seat
To prevent the belt from going into ALR lock mode, do not fully extend the shoulder
belt. ALR mode causes the belt to tighten only. This could cause injury or discomfort to
the child. ( P. 34)
■Do not use a seat belt extender
If a seat belt extender is used when insta lling a child restraint system, the seat belt will
not securely hold the child restraint system , which could cause death or serious injury
to the child or other passengers in the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or an
accident.

801-3. Hybrid system
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The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.
*:AWD models only
Hybrid system precautions
Take care when handling the hybrid system, as it is a high voltage system
(about 650 V at maximum) as well as contains parts that become extremely
hot when the hybrid system is operating. Obey the warning labels attached to
the vehicle.
Warning label
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Rear electric motor (traction
motor)
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Service plug High voltage cables (orange)
Front electric motor (traction
motor)
Power control unit
Air conditioning compressor
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871-4. Theft deterrent system
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For safety and security
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The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:
●A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry
function, wireless remote control or mech anical key. (The doors will lock again
automatically.)
●The hood is opened.
Close the doors and hood, and lock all
the doors. The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from being
on to flashing when the system is set.
Do one of the following to de activate or stop the alarms:
●Unlock the doors.
●Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY or ON mode, or start the hybrid sys-
tem. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)
Alarm
The alarm
Setting the alarm system
Deactivating or stopping the alarm

942. Instrument cluster
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*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performe d. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunctio n in a system if the lights do not turn on,
or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the op erating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
*1, 2
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
(  P. 538)*1Tire pressure warning light
( P. 538)
Low fuel level warning light
(  P. 538)
*1Master warning light
( P. 538)
Seat belt reminder light
(  P. 538)
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P. 244) Cruise control indicator
(
 P. 311, 323, 335)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 251)
(if equipped)
Radar cruise control
indicator ( P. 311, 323)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 251) Cruise control “SET”
indicator
(
 P. 311, 323, 335)
Headlight high beam
indicator ( P. 252)
(if equipped)
LDA indicator ( P. 302)
LKA indicator ( P. 292)
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(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam
indicator (P. 255)
(if equipped)
LDA indicator ( P. 302)
LKA indicator ( P. 292)
Fog light indicator
(  P. 259)
*4
(if equipped)
LDA indicator ( P. 302)
LKA indicator ( P. 292)

952. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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●Drive mode indicators
Except F SPORT modelsIntuitive parking assist
indicator (
P. 339)
(Canada)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 245)
“BSM” indicator ( P. 363)
*1Brake hold standby
indicator ( P. 249)
“RCTA” indicator
(  P. 363)
*1Brake hold operated
indicator ( P. 249)
*2, 3
BSM outside rear view
mirror indicators ( P. 363) EV indicator (
P. 78)
*1, 4
Slip indicator ( P. 383)*6
Security indicator
( P. 85, 87)
*1, 5VSC OFF indicator
( P. 384) “READY” indicator
(
 P. 232)
*1, 5
(if equipped)
PCS warning light
( P. 283)*7
Low outside temperature
indicator ( P. 97)
(U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator
( P. 245, 246)*1, 6“AIR BAG ON/OFF”
indicator ( P. 51)
Eco drive mode indicator
( P. 377) “SPORT” indicator
(
 P. 377)
EV drive mode indicator
(  P. 237)

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F SPORT models
*1: These lights turn on when the power switch is turned to the ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the hybrid system is on, or
after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if the lights do not turn on,
or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: In order to confirm operation, the BSM ou tside rear view mirror indicators illuminate
in the following situations:
• When the BSM function is enabled on of the multi-information display, the
power switch is turned to ON mode.
• When the power switch is in ON mode, the BSM function is enabled on of the multi-information display.
If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will
turn off after a few seconds.
If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,
there may be a malfunction in the system.
If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*3: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*4: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*5: The light comes on when the system is turned off.
*6: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*7: When the outside temperature is approximately 37 F (3 C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on. Eco drive mode indicator
(
 P. 377) “SPORT S” indicator
(
 P. 377)
“SPORT S+” indicator
(  P. 377) “CUSTOMIZE” indicator
(
 P. 377)
EV drive mode indicator
(  P. 237)
WARNING
■If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning light not come on when
you start the hybrid system, this could mean that these systems are not available to help
protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

992. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
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■Rev indicator (F SPORT models)
When the engine reaches a set
speed, a ring-shaped indicator will
be displayed on the tachometer.
The desired engine speed at which
the Rev indicator will begin to be dis-
played can be set on of the multi-
information display. (P. 109)
■Rev peak (F SPORT models)
The engine speed reaches or
exceeds 4000 rpm, an afterimage
of the tachometer will be displayed
at the highest engine speed for
approximately 1 second.
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
• The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted individu-
ally for day mode and night mode
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• If the brightness is adjusted when the surroundings are bright and the tail
lights are on (day mode brightness
adjustment), the brightness level of
night mode will be adjusted at the
same time.
*: Day mode and night mode: P. 101
Instrument panel light control
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