2017 LEXUS RX200T check engine

7098-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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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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7128-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the engine switchwill turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start system is deactivated in customization setting, theengine switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be operated, contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Starting the engine
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When trouble arises
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■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P, set the parking brake, and press the engine switch as you nor- mally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary measur e, it is recommended that the electronic key battery be replaced immediately when the battery is depleted. ( P. 638)
■Alarm (if equipped)
Using the mechanical key to lock the doors will not set the alarm system.
If a door is unlocked using the mechanical key when the alarm system is set, the alarm may be triggered. ( P. 83)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the engine switch in step above.
The engine does not start an d modes will be changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P. 247)
■When the electronic key does not work properly
●Make sure that the smart entry & start system has not been deactivated in the
customization setting. If it is off, turn the function on. (Customizable features P. 743)
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is set, cancel the function. (P. 170)
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and operating the power windows or the moon roof
or panoramic moon roof
Operate the power window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof after checking to make sure that there is no possibility of any passenger having any of their body parts
caught in the window or the moon roof or panoramic moon roof. Also, do not allow children to operate the me chanical key. It is possible for children and other passengers to get caught in the powe r window or the moon roof or panoramic
moon roof.
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7208-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check that the radi-
ator cooling fan operates 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, turn the air conditioning system on and off repeatedly. (The fan may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Check if “Engine Coolant Temp High Stop in a Safe Place See Owner’s Man-
ual” is shown on the multi-information display.
If the message does not disappear:
Stop the engine and contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional.
If the message is not displayed:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus dealer or repairer,
or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
WARNING
■To prevent an accident or injury when in specting under the hood of your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the h ood, do not open the hood until the steam has subsided. The engine compartment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the fans andbelts. Failure to do so may cause the hands or clothing to be caught, resulting in seri- ous injury.
●Do not loosen the radiator cap and the coolant reservoir caps while the engine andradiator are hot.High temperature steam or coolant could spray out.
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9-1. Specifications
Vehicle specifications
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
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.)

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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional. ( P. 136)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately. ( P. 138)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 638)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 247)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 170)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( P. 143)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened

756What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●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

761Alphabetical index
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Child safety................................................. 54
Airbag precautions .............................. 43
Back door precautions .................... 148
Battery precautions ................. 610, 717
Child restraint system......................... 54
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 37
Installing child restraints .................... 54
Moon roof precautions .................... 217
Panoramic moon roof
precautions.......................................... 221
Power back door precautions....... 161
Power window lock switch............ 210
Power window precautions ........... 213
Rear door child-protectors ............143
Removed key battery
precautions........................................639
Seat belt precautions .......................... 39
Seat heater precautions .................549
Child-protectors .................................... 143
Cleaning .......................................584, 589
Aluminum wheels ............................. 585
Exterior................................................... 584
Interior .................................................... 589
Seat belts............................................... 590
Clock ................................................ 96, 568
Coat hooks .............................................. 577
Condenser .............................................. 607
Console box ........................................... 557
Consumption screen ................. 105, 128
Coolant
Capacity..................................................734
Checking ...............................................605
Preparing and checking
before winter.................................... 429
Cooling system ..................................... 605
Engine overheating ............................ 718
Cornering lights .................................... 266
Cruise control
Cruise control ....................................... 341
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 329
Cup holders ............................................558
Curtain shield airbags ............................. 41
Customizable features....................... 740
Customized mode ................................. 417
Daytime running light system ...........267
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ............ 542
Rear window........................................ 542
Windshield ........................................... 542
Differential............................................... 736
Dimensions ..............................................726
Display
Dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range ................... 329
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist) .......... 319
Multi-information display................ 100
Warning messages .......................... 673
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