6958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX350L_U Stop the engine. Shift the shift 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 engine.
AWD models: Activate all-wheel drive lock mode. ( P. 377)
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
6
753What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX350/RX350L_U ●
Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 231)●
Is the shift lever in P? ( P. 233)●
Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? ( P. 146)●
Is the steering wheel unlocked? ( P. 233)●
Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 685)●
Is the battery discharged? ( P. 687)●
Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode ( P. 239, 244)●
It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. ( P. 233)
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Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 187)
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The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not operating) for a
period of time. ( P. 233)If you think something is wrong The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
754 What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RX350/RX350L_U ●
The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing the seat belts?
( P. 656, 656)●
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 247)
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 654, 661) ●
Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 77)
Do one of the following to stop the alarms: • Unlock the doors.
• Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start the
engine.
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Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 661)
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When a warning light turns on or a wa rning message is displayed, refer to
P. 654, 661. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
762 Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Eco drive mode ..................................... 373
Eco Driving Indicator........................... 105
EDR (Event data recorder) ...................10
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ....... 378
Warning light ...................................... 655
Electronic key ......................................... 120
Battery-saving function .....................147
If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 684
Replacing the battery .......................623
Emergency flashers ............................. 644
Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds.......... 654
If a warning light turns on.............. 654
If a warning message is
displayed.............................................. 661
If the battery is discharged ........... 687
If the electronic key does not
operate properly............................ 684
If the engine will not start............... 682
If you have a flat tire ......................... 666
If you lose your keys .................. 121, 123
If you think something is
wrong ...................................................652
If your vehicle becomes stuck .... 695
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an emergency .. 645
If your vehicle needs to be
towed................................................... 646
If your vehicle overheats ................692 Engine
ACCESSORY mode ..................... 232
Compartment ..................................... 594
Engine switch ........................................ 231
Hood........................................................ 592
How to start the engine.................... 231
Identification number.......................700
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 645
Ignition switch (engine switch) ..... 231
Overheating......................................... 692
Engine coolant
Capacity................................................. 702
Checking .............................................. 598
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................384
Engine coolant temperature
gauge ........................................................ 86
Engine immobilizer system .................. 74
Engine oil
Capacity.................................................700
Checking ...............................................595
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................384
Engine oil maintenance data ............597
Engine switch ........................................... 231
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 378
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering) ........ 378
Warning light .......................................655
Event data recorder (EDR)................... 10E
764 Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Garage door opener .......................... 557
Gauges ........................................................ 86
Glove box ................................................530
Grocery bag hooks ............................. 537
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) ........................... 455
Head restraints ........................................ 177
Head-up display..................................... 108
Headlight cleaner...................................261
Headlights ............................................... 252
Automatic headlight leveling .......254
Automatic High Beam ....................256
Light switch ........................................... 252
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Wattage ................................................. 705
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination................... 255
Heated steering wheel ....................... 522 Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system .......................................503, 518
Heated steering wheel ................... 522
Outside rear view mirrors ..............513
Seat heaters .............................. 522, 523
High mounted stoplight
Replacing ...............................................630
Hill-start assist control ....................... 378
Hood ......................................................... 592
Hooks
Cargo hooks .......................................536
Cargo net hooks ...............................536
Front passenger footwell
hooks....................................................554
Grocery bag hooks ......................... 537
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 28
Horn............................................................ 180
HUD (Head-up display)..................... 108G
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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