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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U■
The compact spare tire ●
The compact spare tire is identified by the label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the
tire sidewall.
Use the compact spare tire tempor arily, and only in an emergency.●
Make sure to check the tire inflation pressure of the compact spare tire. ( → P. 717)■
When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped wi th a tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure
warning system. Also, if you replace the compac t spare tire after the tire pressure warn-
ing light comes on, the light remains on. ■
When the compact spare tire is equipped
When driving with the compact spare tire inst alled, the vehicle height will be different
than when driving with standard tires. ■
If you have a flat front tire on a road covered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the re ar wheels of the vehicle. Perform the follow-
ing steps and fit tire chains to the front tires:
Replace a rear tire with the compact spare tire.
Replace the flat front tire with the tire removed from the rear of the vehicle.
Fit tire chains to the front tires. 1
2
3
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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UNOTICE ■
Be careful when driving over bumps with th e compact spare tire installed on the vehi-
cle
When driving with the compact spare tire installed, the vehi cle height will be different
than when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road sur-
faces, etc. ■
Driving with tire chains and the compact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact spare tire.
Tire chains may damage the vehicle body and adversely affect driving performance.■
When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, contact your Lexus dealer as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly. ■
When stowing the flat tire (RX450hL) ●
Ensure that there is no object caught between the tire and the vehicle underbody. ●
Securely tighten the spare tire clamp bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by the hook. ●
Stow the flat tire in the spare tire location. Failure to do so may cause damage to the
spare tire carrier. Pr oper storage reduces the possibilit y of injury in a collision or
during sudden braking. ●
Have the flat tire repaired and the spare tire replaced with it as soon as possible. ■
Proper storage of the spare tire (RX450hL)
●
If the spare tire clamp bolt is turned withou t a tire on the hoist assembly, the wire cable
may not be able to be lowered. If the wire cable cannot be lowered, contact your
Lexus dealer. ●
If the hoist assembly is slanted when stowing a
tire, the hoist assembly may become stuck in
the wheel opening and the tire may not be
raised properly, causing damage to the wheel
or the wire cable.
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706 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UStop the hybrid system. Shift the shif t lever to P and set the parking brake.
Remove the mud, snow or sand from around the front wheels.
Place wood, stones or some other materi al under the front wheels to help pro-
vide traction.
Restart the hybrid system.
Shift the shift lever to D or R and rele ase the parking brake. Then, while exer-
cising caution, depress the accelerator pedal. ■
When it is difficult to free the vehicle
If the vehicle becomes stuck Carry out the following procedures if the tires spin or the vehicle becomes
stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Press to turn off TRAC. 1
2
3
4
5
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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UWARNING ■
When attempting to free a stuck vehicle
If you choose to push the vehicle back and forth to free it, make sure the surrounding
area is clear to avoid striking other vehicl es, objects or people. The vehicle may also
lunge forward or lunge back suddenly as it becomes free. Use extreme caution. ■
When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shift the shift lever with the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to unexpected rapid acceleration of the vehicle that may cause an acci-
dent resulting in deat h or serious injury.
NOTICE ■
To avoid damage to the hybrid transmission and other components●
Avoid spinning the front wheels and depre ssing the accelerator pedal more than nec-
essary. ●
If the vehicle remains stuck even after th ese procedures are performed, the vehicle
may require towing to be freed.
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RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U9-1. Specifications
* 1
:Unladen vehicle
* 2
: Vehicles with towing package
* 3
:RX450h
* 4
:RX450hLMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weight Overall length 192.5 in. (4890 mm)
* 3
196.9 in. (5000 mm)
* 4
Overall width 74.6 in. (1895 mm)
Overall height
* 1
67.7 in. (1720 mm)
Wheelbase 109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Tread Front 64.4 in. (1635 mm)
* 3
64.5 in. (1640 mm)
* 4
Rear 64.0 in. (1625 mm)
* 3
64.1 in. (1630 mm)
* 4
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 920 lb. (420 kg)
* 3
1070 lb. (490 kg)
* 4
Trailer Weight Rating
* 2
(Trailer weight + cargo we ight) 3500 lb. (1585 kg)
* 3
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7179-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U
Type ASteering Free play Less than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels Tire size 235/65R18 106V, T165/90D18 107M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) Front tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Rear tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Spare tire
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h])
(in countries where such speeds are permitted by
law)
Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm 2
or bar) to the
front and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum
cold tire inflation pressu re indicated on the tire
sidewall.
Wheel size 18 × 8 J, 18 × 4 T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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718 9-1. Specifications
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Type B Tire size 235/55R20 102V, T165/90D18 107M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure) RX450h:
Front tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Rear tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Spare tire
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h])
(in countries where such speeds are permitted by
law)
Add 11 psi (70 kPa, 0.7 kgf/cm 2
or bar) to the
front and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum
cold tire inflation pressu re indicated on the tire
sidewall.
RX450hL:
Front tire
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Rear tire
35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Spare tire
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h])
(in countries where such speeds are permitted by
law)
Add 9 psi (62 kPa, 0.6 kgf/cm 2
or bar) to the
front and rear tires. Never exceed the maximum
cold tire inflation pressu re indicated on the tire
sidewall.
Wheel size 20 × 8 J, 18 × 4 T (spare)
Wheel nut torque 76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
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726 9-1. Specifications
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U■
Typical tire size information
The illustration indicates typical tire size.
Tire use
(P = Passenger car,
T = Temporary use)
Section width (millimeters)
Aspect ratio
(tire height to section width)
Tire construction code
(R = Radial, D = Diagonal)
Wheel diameter (inches)
Load index (2 digits or 3 digits)
Speed symbol (alphabet with one letter)■
Tire dimensions
Section width
Tire height
Wheel diameterTire size 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
3