2018 LEXUS RX450h sport mode

3834-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U◆ EPS (Electric Power Steering)
Employs an electric motor to reduce the amount of effort needed to turn the
steering wheel
◆ E-Four
Electronic On-Demand AWD system. Automatically switches from front-
wheel drive to all-wheel drive (AWD) according to the driving conditions,
helping to ensure reliable handling and st ability. Examples of conditions where
the system will switch to AWD are when cornering, going uph ill, starting off or
accelerating, and when the road surface is slippery due to snow, rain, etc.
◆ Adaptive Variable Suspen sion System (if equipped)
Controls the damping force of the shock absorber of each wheel according to
the road and driving conditions, helpin g achieve a comfortable ride, excellent
driveability and a high level of stability.
If SPORT S+ mode is selected using the driving mode select switch, the
damping force will become more su itable for sporty driving. ( → P. 380)
◆ VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management)
Provides integrated control of the ABS, brake assist, TRAC, VSC, hill-start
assist control and EPS systems
Helps to maintain vehicle stability when swerving on slippery road surfaces by
controlling the brakes and hybrid system output

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RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U4-6. Driving tips
◆ Using Eco drive mode
When using Eco drive mode, the torque corresponding to the accelerator
pedal depression amount can be generate d more smoothly than it is in normal
conditions. In addition, the operation of the air conditioning system (heat-
ing/cooling) will be minimized, improving the fuel economy. ( → P. 379)
◆ Use of Hybrid System Indicator
The Eco-friendly driving is possible by keeping the indicator needle (except F
SPORT models) or bar display (F SPOR T models) of Hybrid System Indicator
within Eco area. ( → P. 99)
◆ Shift lever operation
Shift the shift lever to D when stopped at a traffic light, or driving in heavy traf-
fic, etc. Shift the shift lever to P when parking. When using the N, there is no
positive effect on fuel consumption. In the N, the gasoline engine operates but
electricity cannot be generated. Also, wh en using the air conditioning system,
etc., the hybrid battery (tractio n battery) power is consumed.
◆ Accelerator pedal/brake pedal operation ●
Drive your vehicle smoothly. Avoid ab rupt acceleration and deceleration.
Gradual acceleration and deceleration will make more effective use of the
electric motor (traction motor) without having to use gasoline engine
power. ●
Avoid repeated acceleration. Repeated acceleration consumes hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) power, resulting in poor fuel consumption. Battery
power can be restored by driving with the accelerator pedal slightly
released.
◆ When braking
Make sure to operate the brakes gently and in a timely manner. A greater
amount of electrical energy can be regenerated when slowing down.Hybrid vehicle driving tips For economical and ecological driving, pay attention to the following points:

6678-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UThe warning lights and warning buzzers operate as follows depending on the
content of the message. If a message indicates the need for inspection by a
dealer, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.If a warning message is displayed The multi-information display shows warn ings of system malfunctions, incor-
rectly performed operations, and messag es that indicate a need for mainte-
nance. When a message is shown, perform the correction procedure
appropriate to the message. 
Except F SPORT models 
F SPORT models
Master warning light The master warning light also comes on or flashes in order to indicate that a message
is currently being displayed on the multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning messages are sh own again after the appropriate actions
have been performed, contact your Lexus dealer.
Messages and warnings 1
2
System
warning
light Warning buzzer
* Warning
Comes
on ⎯ Sounds Indicates an important situation, such
as when a system related to driving is
malfunctioning or that danger may
result if the correction procedure is not
performed
⎯ Comes on
or flashes Sounds Indicates an important situation, such
as when the systems shown on the
multi-information display may be mal-
functioning

672 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is requir ed to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule
* .
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has
been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. ( → P. 588)
* : Refer to the separate “Scheduled Mainte nance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle. ■
System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases. Instead, a sep-
arate system warning light will come on along with a message shown on the multi-infor-
mation display. ●
“Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) come on. ( → P. 660)●
“Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( → P. 661)●
“Charging System Malfunction See Ow ner's Manual” (F SPORT models):
The charging system wa rning light comes on. ( → P. 660)■
Warning buzzer
→ P. 665
NOTICE ■
“High Power Consumption Partial Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is frequently
shown
There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12-volt battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

7379-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85USome function settings are changed simultaneously with other functions being
customized. Contact your Lexu s dealer for further details.
Settings that can be changed on the audio system screen
Settings that can be changed by your Lexus dealer
Definition of symbols: O = Available, – =Not available ■
Vehicle proximity no tification system ( → P. 75)
■
Gauges, meters and multi-information display ( → P. 96, 101)
* 1
: The default setting varies according to countries.
* 2
:Except F SPORT modelsCustomizable Features 1
2
Function Default setting Customized setting
The volume of vehicle proximity
notification system sound Level 1 Level 2
— O
Level 3 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Language English French
O—
Spanish
Units
* 1
miles (MPG US) miles
(MPG Imperial)
O —
km (L/100 km)
km (km/L)
Color
* 2
Color 1 Color 2
O —
Suggestion function On Off — O 1 2

746 9-2. Customization
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Driving mode select switch ( → P. 379)
* : If equipped ■
Front automatic air conditioning system ( → P. 507)
■
Seat heaters/seat ventilators ( → P. 526, 527)Function Default setting Customized setting
Powertrain control in customized
mode
* Normal Power
O —
Eco
Chassis control in customized
mode
* Normal Sport O —
Air conditioning operation in
customized mode
* Normal Eco O — 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
A/C auto switch operation On Off O O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity Standard -3 to 3 O O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Driver’s seat temperature prefer-
ence in automatic mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O O
Front passenger’s seat tempera-
ture preference in automatic
mode Standard -2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer) O O 1 2

786 Alphabetical index
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85USensor
Automatic headlight system ........ 260
Camera sensor .................................... 281
Humidity sensor .................................. 521
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 192
Intuitive parking assist ...................... 332
Radar sensor ......................................... 281
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers .................................................. 268
Touchless sensor ................................ 144
Service reminder indicators ............... 90
Shift lever
Hybrid transmission ....................... 246
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ................................ 250
Shift lock system .............................. 250
Side airbags ............................................... 37
Side doors..................................................136
Side marker lights
Light switch .......................................... 258
Replacing light bulbs ........................637
Side mirrors ..............................................193
Adjusting and folding........................ 193
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)............. 319
Heaters..................................................... 516
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................637
Turn signal lever ................................. 252 Smart access system
with push-button start .......................158
Antenna location................................. 158
Entry functions ............................136, 142
Starting the hybrid system............. 239
Snow tires ................................................ 392
Spare tire
Inflation pressure.................................. 717
Storage location ................................. 674
Spark plug ................................................. 715
Specifications........................................... 710
Speedometer .............................................96
Sport mode ..............................................379
Steering wheel ........................................189
Adjustment............................................. 189
Audio switches ...................................406
Heated steering wheel ................... 526
Power easy access system .............. 181
Telephone switches............................ 471
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 637
Storage feature ..................................... 532
Storage precautions ........................... 532
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck........ 706
Sun visors..................................................547
Sunshade
Panoramic moon roof..................... 204
Rear door .............................................. 557
Roof ............................................................201