
7098-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (P. 714)
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures are unknown.
When the engine does not start, the foll owing steps can be used as an interim
measure to start the engine if the engine switch is functioning normally.
Turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode and check that the parking
brake is set. ( P. 247, 259)
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the engine switch for about 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The starter motor does not turn over , the interior lights and headlights
do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
Emergency start function
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756What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing the seat belts? ( P. 669, 669)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 259)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 666, 673)
●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( P. 83)
Do one of the following to stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors using the entry fu nction or wireless remote control. • Start the engine.
●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 673)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 666, 673.
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
(vehicles with an alarm)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

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RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 536
Air conditioning filter........................ 633
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................536
Blower customization .....................543
S-FLOW mode................................. 538
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ....... 422
Warning light ....................................... 667
Adaptive High-beam System .......... 269
Adaptive Variable Suspension
System.................................................... 423
Air conditioning filter .......................... 633
Air conditioning system ..................... 536
Air conditioning filter........................ 633
Automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................536
Blower customization .....................543
S-FLOW mode................................. 538
Airbag manual on-off system .............. 51
Airbags ........................................................ 40
Airbag manual on-off system ..........51
Airbag operating conditions ........... 47
Airbag precautions
for your child ........................................43
Airbag warning light ........................ 667
Correct driving posture.....................34
Curtain shield airbag
operating conditions ........................ 47
Curtain shield airbag
precautions .......................................... 45
General airbag precautions ............43
Locations of airbags ........................... 40
Modification and disposal
of airbags ...............................................46
Seat cushion airbag............................. 40
Side airbag operating
conditions .............................................. 47
Side airbag precautions.....................43
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................ 47
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions ...........................................43
SRS airbags ............................................. 40
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759Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Alarm ............................................................83
All-wheel drive lock mode................. 421
Anchor brackets ......................................58
Antenna
Radio ........................................................465
Smart entry & start system ............. 168
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ....... 422
Warning light ....................................... 667
Approach warning ............................... 336
Armrest ..................................................... 576
Assist grips .............................................. 577
Audio system (with Lexus
Display Audio System)....................438
Antenna ..................................................465
Audio input ........................................... 445
AUX port...............................................445
Bluetooth® audio ............................. 490
CD player ..............................................466
iPod........................................................... 472
MP3/WMA disc ...............................466
Optimal use ..........................................456
Portable music player....................... 481
Radio ........................................................ 464
Setup menu...........................................448
Steering wheel audio
switches............................................... 444
USB memory....................................... 476
Audio system
(with navigation system)*
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................... 536
Air conditioning filter ....................... 633
Blower customization ..................... 543
S-FLOW mode ................................. 538
Automatic headlight leveling
system .....................................................267
Automatic High Beam ........................274
Automatic light control system....... 265
Automatic transmission .......................251
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P................................... 256
M mode.................................................. 253
Paddle shift switches............ 252, 253
AUX port................................................. 445
Auxiliary boxes ............................ 561, 565
*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

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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762Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Do-it-yourself maintenance .............595
Doors
Automatic door locking and
unlocking system..............................143
Back door................................................146
Door lock................................................. 142
Outside rear view mirrors.............206
Power back door.................................. 151
Rear door child-protectors ............143
Side doors .............................................. 140
Side windows........................................ 210
Double locking system .......................... 82
Drive information................................... 105
Drive-start control.....................227, 255
Driver’s seat belt reminder light ..... 669
Driver’s seat position memory ......... 195
Driving
Break-in tips ......................................... 228
Correct posture .................................... 34
Driving mode select switch ............ 417
Procedures ........................................... 226
Winter drive tips................................. 429
Driving position memory .................... 195
Memory recall function ................... 198
Power easy access system ............ 195
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ....................... 329
Dynamic Torque Control AWD
system .................................................... 423
Eco drive mode ....................................... 417
Eco Driving Indicator............................120
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 423
Warning light....................................... 667
Electronic key ..........................................134
Battery-saving function .................... 169
If the electronic key does
not operate properly...................... 710
Replacing the battery ...................... 638
Electronic sunshade ..............................218
Jam protection function ................... 219
Operation ............................................... 218
Emergency brake signal.................... 423
Emergency flashers ............................. 656
Emergency tire puncture
repair kit ................................................ 693
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 666
If a warning light turns on .............. 666
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 673
If the battery is discharged ............. 714
If the electronic key does
not operate properly...................... 710
If the engine will not start ............... 708
If you have a flat tire.............. 679, 693
If you lose your keys ............... 136, 138
If you think something is
wrong................................................... 664
If your vehicle becomes stuck ..... 722
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 657
If your vehicle needs
to be towed.......................................658
If your vehicle overheats.................. 718
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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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768Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Navigation system*
Odometer...................................................118
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 729
Rear differential oil............................. 736
Transfer oil............................................. 736
Opener
Back door................................................146
Hood ........................................................ 597
Power back door.................................152
Outside rear view mirrors ................206
Adjusting and folding.......................206
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) ...........355
Linked mirror function
when reversing............................... 208
Mirror position memory.................. 195
Outside rear view mirror
defoggers........................................... 542
Outside temperature display ............. 96
Overheating ............................................ 718
Paddle shift switches ................252, 253
Panoramic moon roof ..........................218
Jam protection function ................... 219
Operation ............................................... 218
Parking assist sensors........................... 371
Parking brake......................................... 259
Parking brake engaged
warning buzzer/message ........... 261
Warning light....................................... 667
PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) ....300
Warning light.......................................668
Personal lights........................................ 554
Power back door ..................................... 151
Touchless power back door ......... 153
Wireless remote control ...................151
Power back door opener
and closer ................................................ 151
Power easy access system .................195
Power outlets ......................................... 574
Power steering (Electric
Power Steering system) ................. 423
Warning light....................................... 667
Power windows
Door lock linked window
operation.............................................. 212
Jam protection function ..................... 211
Operation ............................................... 210
Window lock switch .......................... 210
Pre-Crash Safety system (PCS) ....300
Warning light.......................................668
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