5466-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Outside/recirculated air mode
●When driving on dusty roads such as tunnels or in heavy traffic, set the outside/recircu- lated air mode button to the recirculated air mode. This is effective in preventing out-
side air from entering the vehicle interior . During cooling operation, setting the recirculated air mode will also cool the vehicle interior effectively.
●Outside/recirculated air mode may automatically switch depending on the tempera-
ture setting or the inside temperature.
■When the outside temperature is low
The dehumidification function may not operate even when “A/C” is selected.
■Operation of the air conditioning system in Eco drive mode
●In the Eco drive mode, the air conditioning system is controlled as follows to prioritize fuel efficiency
• Engine speed and compressor operation co ntrolled to restrict heating/cooling capacity• Fan speed restricted when automatic mode is selected
●To improve air conditioning performance, perform the following operations
• Adjust the fan speed
• Turn off Eco drive mode
■Ventilation and air conditioning odors
●To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode.
●During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu- mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the vents.
●To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off. • The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.
■When the Heated Windshield Defroster is operating (if equipped)
When the Heated Windshield Defroster is op erating, operation of the heated steering wheel, front passenger seat heater and rear seat heaters will be suspended.
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9-1. Specifications
*1: Unladen vehicle
*2: Vehicles without roof antenna
*3: Vehicles with roof antenna
*4: 2WD models
*5: AWD models
*6: Vehicles with towing package
*7:RX200t
*8:RX350
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
Overall length4890 mm (192.5 in.)
Overall width1895 mm (74.6 in.)
Overall height*11690 mm (66.5 in.)*2
1710 mm (67.3 in.)*3
Wheelbase2790 mm (109.8 in.)
TreadFront1640 mm (64.6 in.)
Rear1630 mm (64.2 in.)
Gross vehicle mass2500 kg (5511 lb.)*4
2575 kg (5676 lb.)*5
Maximum permissible axle
capacity
Front1360 kg (2998 lb.)
Rear1590 kg (3505 lb.)
Drawbar load*680 kg (176 lb.)
Towing capacity*6
Without brake750 kg (1653 lb.)
With brake1500 kg (3307 lb.)*7
2000 kg (4409 lb.)*8
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RX200t
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine
oil. Warm up the engine and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check
the oil level on the dipstick.
Model8AR-FTS
Type4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
(with turbocharger)
Bore and stroke86.0 86.0 mm (3.39 3.39 in.)
Displacement1998 cm3 (121.9 cu. in.)
Valve clearance (engine cold)Automatic adjustment
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel
Fuel type
EU area
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European stan-
dard EN228 only
Except EU area
Unleaded gasoline only
Research octane number95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)72 L (19.0 gal., 15.8 lmp. gal.)
Lubrication system
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill reference*)
With filter
Without filter
RX350
5.5 L (5.8 qt., 4.8 Imp. qt.)
RX200t
4.9 L (5.2 qt., 4.3 Imp. qt.)
RX350
5.3 L (5.6 qt., 4.7 Imp. qt.)
RX200t
4.7 L (5.0 qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
731
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Vehicle specifications
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Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN” means the oil quality designation by
American Petroleum Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20” means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource- Conserving” means that the oil hasfuel-saving and environmental pro-
tection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specificatio n Advisory Committee (ILSAC) Certifica- tion Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
How to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers to help
you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designation by
American Petroleum Institute (API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-
Conserving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental pro-
tection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Specificatio n Advisory Committee (ILSAC) Certifica-
tion Mark is displayed on the front of the container.
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2
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Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 643
Turn signal lever .................................258
Wattage..................................................738
Fuel
Capacity ................................................. 729
Fuel gauge................................................ 96
Information ............................................ 739
Refueling ................................................ 287
Type .......................................................... 729
Fuel consumption information ......... 128
Fuel filler door ........................................ 287
Refueling ................................................ 287
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .........................289
Fuses ..........................................................640
Gauges ........................................................ 96
Glove box ................................................ 557
Grocery bag hooks .............................563
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........................... 492
Head restraints ...................................... 200
Head-up display...................................... 122
Headlight cleaner................................. 279
Headlights ............................................... 265
Adaptive High-beam System ..... 269
Automatic headlight leveling........267
Automatic High Beam .................... 274
Follow me home system................ 266
Light switch........................................... 265
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 643
Wattage ................................................. 738
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination ................... 268
Heated steering wheel....................... 549
Heated Windshield Defroster ........ 543
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system.................................................. 536
Heated steering wheel ................... 549
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 542
Seat heaters............................... 550, 551
High mounted stoplight
Replacing............................................... 643
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Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control
with full-speed range)...................... 329
Radiator .................................................... 607
Radio .......................................................... 464
Rear Crossing Traffic
Auto Brake........................................... 394
Rear Crossing Traffic Alert ............. 355
Rear door sunshades .......................... 576
Rear fog light
Replacing light bulbs........................ 643
Switch ...................................................... 278
Rear passengers’ seat belt
reminder light...................................... 669
Rear seat
Folding down the rear
seatbacks............................................. 186
Rear seat heaters ................................... 551
Rear side marker lights
Light switch ........................................... 265
Replacing light bulbs........................ 643
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs........................ 643
Turn signal lever .................................258
Wattage..................................................738
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror ................... 204
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 206
Rear window defogger ...................... 542
Rear window wiper.............................. 285
Refueling .................................................. 287
Capacity..................................................729
Fuel types ...............................................729
Opening the fuel tank cap............ 287
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened......................... 289
Remote Touch*.................................... 530
Replacing
Electronic key battery ..................... 638
Fuses ........................................................ 640
Light bulbs ............................................ 643
Tires.......................................................... 679
Windshield wiper inserts............... 636
Rev indicator ............................................. 98
Rev peak ..................................................... 98
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ..................... 324
R
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.
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GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch leverFuel filler door
P. 597 P. 289
Hood lock release leverTire inflation pressure
P. 597 P. 737
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 72 L (19.0 gal., 15.8 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type
EU area: Unleaded gasoline conforming to European standardEN228 only
Except EU area:
Unleaded gasoline only P. 729
Cold tire inflation pressure P. 737
Engine oil capacity (Drain and refill — reference)
RX350
With filter 5.5 L (5.8 qt., 4.8 Imp. qt.) Without filter 5.3 L (5.6 qt., 4.7 Imp. qt.)
RX200t
With filter 4.9 L (5.2 qt., 4.3 Imp. qt.)
Without filter 4.7 L (5.0 qt., 4.1 Imp. qt.)
Engine oil type P. 730