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Driving
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
4-6. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for
the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are of the specified size and the same brand, and that chains match the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassi s, around the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehi-
cle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevail-
ing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Before driving the vehicle

5937-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Where to go for maintenance service?
In order to maintain your vehicle in the best possible condition, Lexus recommends that maintenance service operations as well as ot her inspections and repairs be carried out by authorized Lexus dealers or repairers or other duly qualified and equipped profes-
sionals. For repairs and services covered by your warranty, please visit an authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, who will use genuine Lexus parts in repairing any difficulties youmay encounter. There can also be advantages in utilizing authorized Lexus dealers or
repairers for non-warranty repa irs and services, as members of the Lexus network will be able to expertly assist you with any difficulties you may encounter.
Your Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional will
perform all of the scheduled maintenance on your vehicle reliably and economically due to their experience with Lexus vehicles.
■Does your vehicle need repairs?
Be on the alert for changes in performance and sounds, and visual tip-offs that indicate service is needed. Some important clues are:
●Engine missing, stumbling or pinging
●Appreciable loss of power
●Strange engine noises
●A fluid leak under the vehicle (However, water dripping from the air conditioning sys-
tem after use is normal.)
●Change in exhaust sound (This may indicate a dangerous carbon monoxide leak. Drive with the windows open and have the exhaust system checked immediately.)
●Flat-looking tires, excessive tire squeal when cornering, uneven tire wear
●Vehicle pulls to one side when driven straight on a level road
●Strange noises related to suspension movement
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling brake pedal, pedal almost touches the floor,vehicle pulls to one side when braking
●Engine coolant temperature continually higher than normal ( P. 666)
If you notice any of these clues, take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipp ed professional as soon as possible. Your vehicle may need adjustment or repair.

5967-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
WARNING
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly, become hot, or become electrically energize d. To avoid death or serious injury, observe the following precautions.
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fan and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc., right after driving
as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel andbattery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted sur- faces. If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean
water immediately. If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the engine switch is off.
With the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric cooling fans may auto- matically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the coolant temperature is high. ( P. 607)
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or fa lling material, fluid spray, etc., from getting in your eyes.
NOTICE
■If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to dirt in the air.
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go down slightly as the brake pads wear or when the fluid level in the accumulator is high.If the reservoir needs frequent refillin g, it may indicate a serious problem.

6648-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
●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 engine
●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 fe eling, 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 any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified an d equipped professional as soon as possible.
Visible symptoms
Audible symptoms
Operational symptoms

6668-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer sounds
Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system. However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified an d equipped professional.
Warning light and warning buzzer list
Warning lightWarning light/Details/Actions
Brake system warning light Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or • The brake system is malfunctioning Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional. Continuing to drive the vehicle maybe dangerous.
Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake  Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
immediately.
(If equipped)
Charging system warning light Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualifiedand equipped professional. Continuing to drive the vehicle may
be dangerous.
Malfunction indicator lamp Indicates a malfunction in:• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or • The electronic automatic transmission control system Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.

7369-1. Specifications
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for
further details.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for
further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 490 N (50.0 kgf, 110 lbf)
while the engine is running.
Transfer (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.8 L (0.8 qt., 0.7 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models)
Oil capacity0.5 L (0.5 qt., 0.4 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosityToyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Brakes
Pedal
clearance*
Left-hand drive vehicles86 mm (3.4 in.) Min.
Right-hand drive vehicles105 mm (4.1 in.) Min.
Pedal free play1.0 — 6.0 mm (0.04 — 0.24 in.)
Fluid typeSAE J1703 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 3
SAE J1704 or FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4

760Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Back door
Back door................................................146
Power back door.................................. 151
Touchless power back door......... 153
Wireless remote control ................... 151
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 643
Wattage..................................................738
Battery
Battery checking ................................607
If the battery is discharged .............. 714
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 429
Warning light .......................................666
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ................355
Blind Spot Monitor function...........361
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function ....................................365
Bluetooth®............................................... 513
Audio system ...................................... 490
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)........................ 492
Boost gauge ............................................. 107
Bottle holders .........................................560
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 263
Fluid .......................................................... 736
Parking brake ......................................259
Warning light .......................................666
Brake assist.............................................. 422
Brake Hold .............................................. 263
Warning light....................................... 667
Break-in tips............................................ 228
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 98
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............... 355
Blind Spot Monitor function .......... 361
Rear Crossing Traffic
Alert function.................................... 365
Card key ....................................................134
Care
Aluminum wheels..............................585
Exterior ................................................... 584
Interior.....................................................589
Seat belts ...............................................590
Self-restoring coat ............................ 584
Cargo hooks .......................................... 562
Cargo net hooks................................... 562
CD player ................................................ 466
Chains ....................................................... 430
Child restraint system............................ 54
Child seats definition .......................... 54
Child seats installation ...............62, 69
Installing a CRS to the
passenger seat ................................... 59
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchors ........................................ 74
Installing CRS with seat belts ......... 66
Installing CRS with top strap ...........75
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763Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ..................... 247
Compartment..................................... 599
Engine switch....................................... 246
Hood ........................................................ 597
How to start the engine .................. 246
Identification number ....................... 728
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 657
Ignition switch (engine switch) ... 246
Overheating ...........................................718
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................. 734
Checking .............................................. 605
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 429
Engine coolant temperature
gauge......................................................... 96
Engine immobilizer system...................77
Engine oil
Capacity ................................................. 729
Checking ................................................ 601
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 429
Engine oil pressure gauge ................. 107
Engine oil temperature gauge ......... 107
Engine switch ......................................... 246
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering)......... 423
Warning light ....................................... 667
ERA-GLONASS ........................ 46, 578
Flat tire ........................................... 679, 693
Floor mats ................................................... 32
Fluid
Automatic transmission.................. 735
Brake ....................................................... 736
Washer.......................................................611
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 643
Switch ...................................................... 278
Follow me home system .................... 266
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 643
Switch ...................................................... 278
Front passenger footwell hooks ..... 575
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 669
Front position lights
Light switch........................................... 265
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 643
Front seat heaters................................. 550
Front seats
Adjustment .............................................185
Cleaning ................................................589
Correct driving posture.....................34
Driving position memory ................ 195
Head restraints ................................... 200
Power easy access system............. 195
Seat heaters..........................................550
Seat position memory .......................195
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