
5877-2. Maintenance
7
Maintenance and care
RX350/RX350L_U * : Vehicles with single-beam headlightsVehicle interior Items Check points
Accelerator pedal • The accelerator pedal sh ould move smoothly (with-
out uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism • When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, is
the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal • Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? ( P. 704)
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of
free play? ( P. 704)
Brakes • The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should no t get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints • Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly?
* ( P. 628)
Parking brake • Does the parking brake switch operate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,
is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts • Do the seat belts operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats • Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel • Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of
free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming
from the steering wheel.

654 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX350L_UIf a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds Calmly perform the following actions if any of the warning lights comes on or
flashes. If a light comes on or flashes, but then goes off, this does not necessar-
ily indicate a malfunction in the system . However, if this continues to occur,
have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer.
Warning light and warning buzzer list Warning light Warning light/Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
Brake system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (If equipped)
Charging system warning light
Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your
Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous. (U.S.A.)
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. (U.S.A.)
(Canada)
ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately.

696 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX350L_U WARNING ■
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 tran smission 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. ●
When a warning message for the automatic transmission fluid temperature is dis-
played while attempting to free a stuck vehicle, immediately remove your foot from
the accelerator pedal and wait until the warning message disappears. Otherwise, the
transmission may become damaged. ( P. 662)

7039-1. Specifications
9
Vehicle specifications
RX350/RX350L_U * : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyot a Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear O il” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyot a Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the
factory.
Use Lexus approved “Toyota Ge nuine Differential Gear O il” or an equivalent of
matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.Automatic transmission Fluid capacity
* 7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE ■
Transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may cause deterioration
in shift quality, locking up of your transm ission accompanied by vibration, and ulti-
mately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Transfer (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.8 qt. (0.8 L, 0.7 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent
Rear differential (AWD models) Oil capacity 0.5 qt. (0.5 L, 0.4 Imp. qt.)
Oil type and viscosity Toyota Genuine Differential gear oil LT
75W-85 GL-5 or equivalent

716 9-1. Specifications
RX350/RX350L_U Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
Cold tire inflation pressure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has no t been driven more than 1
mile or 1.5 km un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in exce ss of those standard items
which may be replaced) of automatic transmission,
power steering, power brakes, power windows, power
seats, radio and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment (whether
installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning and additional
weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle
weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight 150 lb. (68 kg) times the numb er of occupants specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below

757Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Alarm ............................................................. 77
All-wheel drive lock mode ................377
Anchor brackets ...................................... 57
Antenna
Radio ........................................................ 423
Smart access system
with push-button start ................... 146
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 378
Warning light ...................................... 654
Approach warning...............................308
Armrest .................................................... 555
Assist grips .............................................. 556
Audio system (with Lexus
Display Audio System) ................... 394
Antenna .................................................. 423
Audio input........................................... 403
AUX port.............................................. 403
Bluetooth ®
audio ..............................453
CD player .............................................. 427
iPod ...........................................................434
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 427
Optimal use ........................................... 413
Portable music player ...................... 442
Radio ........................................................420
Setup menu .......................................... 406
Steering wheel audio
switches .............................................. 400
USB memory ...................................... 438 Audio system
(with navigation system)
* Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................... 503, 518
Air conditioning filter ........................ 618
S-FLOW mode..................................... 511
Automatic headlight leveling
system .....................................................254
Automatic High Beam ....................... 256
Automatic light control system .......252
Automatic transmission.......... 236, 240
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ....................... 239, 244
M mode .................................................. 242
Paddle shift switches.............. 241, 242
S mode.....................................................237
AUX port ................................................ 403
Auxiliary boxes ......................... 535, 540
* : Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.

763Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Flat tire ...................................................... 666
Floor mats ................................................... 28
Fluid
Automatic transmission ..................703
Brake ........................................................704
Washer .................................................. 603
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Switch...................................................... 260
Front automatic air
conditioning system .........................503
Front passenger footwell hooks ..... 554
Front passenger occupant
classification system .............................47
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 656
Front seat heaters................................. 522
Front seats .................................................156
Adjustment ............................................. 156
Cleaning .................................................. 581
Correct driving posture ....................30
Driving position memory ................. 172
Head restraints ...................................... 177
Power easy access system ............. 172
Seat heaters .......................................... 522
Seat position memory........................ 172 Front side marker lights
Light switch........................................... 252
Replacing light bulbs .......................630
Wattage ................................................. 705
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .......................630
Turn signal lever ................................. 246
Wattage ................................................. 705
Fuel
Capacity.................................................700
Fuel gauge ............................................... 86
Information............................................ 706
Refueling ................................................ 269
Type..........................................................700
Fuel filler door.........................................269
Refueling ................................................ 269
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ..........................272
Fuses.......................................................... 625F

771Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Service reminder indicators ............... 80
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ..... 236, 240
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from P................. 239, 244
Shift lock system.........................238, 243
Side airbags ............................................... 37
Side doors.................................................. 124
Side marker lights
Light switch ........................................... 252
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Side mirrors ............................................. 184
Adjusting and folding........................ 184
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)............. 313
Heaters..................................................... 513
Side turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Turn signal lever .................................246
Smart access system with
push-button start .................................146
Antenna location ................................. 146
Entry functions ............................ 124, 130
Starting the engine ..............................231
Snow tires ................................................ 386
Spare tire
Inflation pressure ................................704
Storage location .................................667 Spark plug ................................................702
Specifications......................................... 698
Speedometer ............................................ 86
Sport mode ..............................................373
Steering wheel ....................................... 180
Adjustment............................................. 180
Audio switches .................................. 400
Heated steering wheel ................... 522
Power easy access system ............. 172
Telephone switches.......................... 465
Stop lights
Replacing light bulbs .......................630
Storage feature ..................................... 528
Storage precautions ........................... 528
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck........695
Sun visors................................................. 543
Sunshade
Panoramic moon roof.......................195
Rear door ..............................................554
Roof ............................................................ 192