6898-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting. ■
To prevent battery discharge ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off. ●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical componen ts when the vehicle is running at a low
speed for an extended period , such as in heavy traffic.■
When removing the battery terminals
When the battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the ECU is cleared.
Before removing the battery termin als, contact your Lexus dealer.■
Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will disc harge gradually even when the vehicle is not
in use, due to natural discharge and the draini ng effects of certain electrical appliances. If
the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the engine may be
unable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.) ■
When the battery is removed or discharged ●
In some cases, it may not be possible to un lock the doors using the smart access system
with push-button start when the battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote control
or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors. ●
The engine may not start on the first attempt after the battery has recharged but will
start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction. ●
The engine switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the battery is recon-
nected, the system will return to the mode it was in before the battery was discharged.
Before disconnecting the battery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the engine switch was in before the battery discharged, be
especially careful when reconnecting the battery. ●
The power back door must be initialized. ( P. 138)■
When replacing the battery ●
Use a battery with the same case size as the previous battery and an equivalent 20
hour rate capacity (20HR) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehicle is not
used is a short time, the battery may discharge and the engine may not be able to
start. ●
For details, consult your Lexus dealer.
702 9-1. Specifications
RX350/RX350L_U * : The coolant capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Cooling system Capacity
*
RX350 (Vehicles with out towing package)
9.5 qt. (9.0 L, 7.9 Imp. qt.)
RX350 (Vehicles with towing package)
10.5 qt. (9.9 L, 8.7 Imp. qt.)
RX350L
13.1 qt. (12.4 L, 11 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-
borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug) Make DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap 0.03 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE ■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system Battery
Open voltage at 68 F (20 C): 12.6 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Turn the engine switch off and turn on the head-
lights for 20 to 30 seconds.)
Charging rates 5 A max.
7179-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX350/RX350L_U Production options weight The combined weight of in stalled regular production
options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of the
standard items which they re place, not previously con-
sidered in curb weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride leve lers, roof rack, heavy duty
battery, and special trim
Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly
upon which the tire beads are seated
Rim diameter
(Wheel diameter) Nominal diameter of the bead seat
Rim size designation Rim diameter and width
Rim type designation The industry manufacturer’s designation for a rim by
style or code
Rim width Nominal distance between rim flanges
Vehicle capacity weight
(Total load capacity) The rated cargo and luggage load plus 150 lb. (68 kg)
times the vehicle’s desi gnated seating capacity
Vehicle maximum load on
the tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its share of the maximum loaded
vehicle weight, and dividing by two
Vehicle normal load on the
tire The load on an individual tire that is determined by dis-
tributing to each axle its sh are of curb weight, accessory
weight, and normal occupant weight (distributed in
accordance with Table 1
* below), and dividing by two
Weather side The surface area of the rim not covered by the inflated
tire
Bead The part of the tire that is made of steel wires, wrapped
or reinforced by ply cords an d that is shaped to fit the
rimTire related term Meaning
759Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Care
Aluminum wheels .............................. 577
Exterior....................................................576
Interior ...................................................... 581
Seat belts ............................................... 582
Self-restoring coat .............................576
Cargo capacity............................210, 698
Cargo hooks .......................................... 536
Cargo net hooks ................................... 536
CD player .................................................427
Chains .......................................................385
Child restraint system............................ 55
Booster seats installation................... 64
Convertible seats installation .......... 62
Front passenger occupant
classification system ......................... 47
Infant seats definition .............................61
Infant seats installation ........................ 57
Installing CRS with LATCH
anchors ................................................... 67
Installing CRS with seat belts ............61
Installing CRS with top tether
strap.......................................................... 70
LATCH anchors ................................... 67 Child safety .................................................54
Airbag precautions.............................. 39
Battery precautions ............. 602, 690
Child restraint system......................... 55
How your child should
wear the seat belt .............................. 33
Installing child restraints .................... 55
Moon roof precautions ....................194
Panoramic moon roof
precautions ........................................ 198
Power back door precautions......140
Power window lock switch.............187
Power window precautions .......... 190
Rear door child-p rotectors ............ 127
Removed key battery
precautions ....................................... 624
Seat belt extender
precautions .......................................... 35
Seat belt precautions .......................... 35
Seat heater precautions ................... 521C
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
769Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Radar cruise control
(dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range) .....................300
Radiator .................................................... 599
Radio.......................................................... 420
Rear automatic air conditioning
system ..................................................... 518
Rear Cross Traffic Alert ......................313
Rear Cross Traffic Auto Brake.......350
Rear door sunshades .......................... 554
Rear passengers' seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 656
Rear seat
Folding down the rear
seatbacks ............................................. 157
Rear side marker lights
Light switch ........................................... 252
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 630
Turn signal lever .................................246
Wattage ................................................. 705
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 182
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 184 Rear window defogger ........................ 513
Rear window wiper .............................. 267
Refueling...................................................269
Capacity.................................................700
Fuel types...............................................700
Opening the fuel tank cap ............ 269
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ..........................272
Remote Touch
* .....................................496
Replacing
Electronic key battery ..................... 623
Fuses ........................................................ 625
Light bulbs.............................................630
Tires ..........................................................666
Windshield wiper inserts ................. 621
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ......................................... 738
Resetting the message indicating
maintenance is required ................ 585
Rev indicator ............................................. 88
Rev peak ..................................................... 88R
775Alphabetical index
RX350/RX350L_U Washer
Checking............................................... 603
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 384
Switch.............................................261, 267
Washing and waxing........................... 576
Weights
Cargo capacity ........................210, 698
Load limits................................... 213, 698
Weights.................................................. 698
Wheels ........................................................616
Replacing wheels ................................ 616
Size ............................................................704
Window glasses ......................................187
Window lock switch ..............................187
Windows
Power windows ................................... 187
Rear window defogger.................... 514
Washer .........................................261, 267
Windshield wiper de-icer .................. 513
Windshield wiper inserts .....................621 Windshield wipers ................................. 261
Intermittent windshield wipers ...... 261
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers................................................... 262
Replacing a windshield wiper
insert ....................................................... 621
Winter driving tips ............................... 384
Wireless charger.................................. 544
Wireless communication ....... 443, 453
Wireless remote control ..................... 120
Battery-saving function .................... 147
Locking/Unlocking ............................120
Panic mode ..............................................121
Replacing the battery ...................... 623
WMA disc................................................ 427
XM ®
Satellite Radio .......................... 420
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