2021 LEXUS RX350 remote start

3636-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
only newly opened brake fluid.
Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals
are not corroded and that there are no
loose connections, cracks, or loose
clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following
precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on
the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the char-
ger is off when connecting and discon-
necting the charger cables to the battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the bat-
tery
●The engine may not start. Follow the pro-
cedure below to initialize the system.
1 Shift the shift lever to P.
2 Open and close any of the doors.
3 Restart the engine.
●Unlocking the doors using the smart
access system with pu sh-button start may
not be possible immediately after recon-
necting the battery. If this happens, use
the wireless remote control or the
mechanical key to lo ck/unlock the doors.
●Start the engine with the engine switch in
ACCESSORY mode. The engine may
not start with the engine switch turned off.
However, the engine will operate nor-
mally from the second attempt.
●The engine switch mode is recorded by
the vehicle. If the battery is reconnected,
the vehicle will return the engine switch
mode to the status it was in before the
battery was disconnected. Make sure to
turn off the power before disconnect the
battery. Take extra care when connecting
the battery if the engine switch mode
prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multiple
attempts at all the methods above, contact
your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When filling the reservoir
Take care as brake fluid can harm your
hands and eyes and damage painted sur-
faces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes,
flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, see a
doctor.
NOTICE
■If the fluid level is low or high
It is normal for the brake fluid level to go
down slightly as the brake pads wear out
or when the fluid level in the accumulator
is high.
If the reservoir need s frequent refilling,
there may be a serious problem.
Battery
A
B

3796-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
■Replacing the rear wiper insert
Have the rear wiper inse rt replaced by your
Lexus dealer.
■Handling of the windshield wiper blades
and inserts
Improper handling of the windshield wiper
blades and inserts may cause them to be
damaged. If it is difficult to follow the wiper
blade and insert replacement procedure
precisely, contact your Lexus dealer.
■If the electronic key battery is depleted
The following symptoms may occur:
●The smart access system with push-but-
ton start and wireless remote control will
not function properly.
●The operationa l range will be reduced.
Flathead screwdriver
 Lithium battery CR2032
■Use a CR2032 lithium battery
●Batteries can be purchased at your Lexus
dealer, local electrical appliance shops or
camera stores.
●Replace only with the same or equivalent
type recommended by the manufacturer.
●Dispose of used batteries according to
the local laws.
1Take out the mechanical key.
2 Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, cover the tip
Electronic key battery
Replace the battery with a new one
if it is depleted.
You will need the following items:
Replacing the battery

4317-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
wrap its tip with tape to protect the cover.
■When the electronic key does not work
properly
●Make sure that the smart access system
with push-button start has not been dis-
abled at your Lexus dealer. If it has been
disabled, re-enable it.
●Check if battery-saving mo de is set. If it is
set, cancel the function. ( P.116)
■Unlocking the door
Use the mechanical key ( P.97) in
order to perform th e following opera-
tions:
If the electronic key does not
operate properly
If communication between the
electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P.116) or the electronic
key cannot be used because the
battery is depleted, the smart
access system with push-button
start and wireless remote control
cannot be used. In such cases, the
doors can be opened and the
engine can be started by following
the procedure below.
NOTICE
■In case of a smart access system with
push-button start malfunction or
other key-rela ted problems
Take your vehicle with all the electronic
keys provided with your vehicle to your
Lexus dealer.
Locking and unlocking the doors

4357-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
6Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
of your vehicle by turning the
engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
7 Once the vehicle’s engine has
started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from
which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehi-
cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is
discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-start-
ing.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents 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 removi ng the battery termi-
nals, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will dis-
charge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the
draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. 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 dis-
charged
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock 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 dis-
charged. Before disconnecting the bat-
tery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure wh
at mode the engine
switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when
reconnecting the battery.
●The power back door must be initialized.
(  P.109)
■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 dis-
charge and the engine may not be able to
start.
●For details, consult your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When removing the battery terminals
Always remove the negative (-) terminal
first. If the positive (+) terminal contacts
any metal in the surrounding area when
the positive (+) terminal is removed, a
spark may occur, leading to a fire in addi-
tion to electrical shocks and death or
serious injury.
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the bat-
tery:

4648-2. Customization
■Power back door (P.103)
*:If equipped
■Smart access system with push-button start and wireless remote control
( P.99, 115)
■Smart access system with push-button start ( P.99, 115)
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Power back doorOnOff—O—
Power back door opening
position51 to 5O——
Buzzer volumeLevel 3Level 1—O—Level 2
Kick sensor*OnOff—O—
Hands free close & lock func-
tion
*OffOn——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Operation buzzer volume5OffO—O1 to 7
Operation signal (Emergency
flashers)OnOffO—O
Time elapsed before automatic
door lock function is activated
if door is not opened after
being unlocked
60 seconds
Off
O—O30 seconds
120 seconds
Open door warning buzzerOffOn——O
Reservation lockOnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Smart access system with
push-button startOnOff——O
ABC
ABC
ABC

4658-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Wireless remote control (P.97, 99, 103)
The doors that are unlocked
using the smart access system
with push-button start can be
selected
Driver’s doorAll the doorsO—O
Number of consecutive door
lock operations2 timesAs many as desired——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Wireless remote controlOnOff——O
Unlocking operation
Driver’s door
unlocked in one step, all doors
unlocked in two step
All doors unlocked in one stepO—O
Panic functionOnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized settingABC
ABC

4738-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
■Seat belt reminder (P.403)
■Vehicle customization
●When the smart access system with
push-button start is off, the entry unlock
function cannot be customized.
●When the doors remain closed after
unlocking the doors and the timer acti-
vated automatic door lock function acti-
vates, signals will be generated in
accordance with the operation buzzer
volume and operational signal (Emer-
gency flashers) function settings.
●Some settings can be changed using a
switch or the Remote Touch. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the changed set-
ting will not be reflected on the Remote
Touch until the engine switch is turned off
and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■Clock settings screen
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed
continuously when attempting to change
the clock settings, the system may be mal-
functioning. Have the vehicle inspected by
your Lexus dealer.
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Vehicle speed linked seat belt
reminder buzzerOnOff——O
ABC

495Alphabetical Index
DifferentialRear differential oil .................................... 447
Dimension ...................................................... 442
Dinghy towing................................................. 173
Display Center Display............................................288
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......................................227
Head-up display ...........................................88
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 244
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)...................... 221
Multi-information display ............................81
RCTA ..............................................................250
Warning message....................................... 412
Distance until next engine oil change .... 80
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......................351
Door courtesy lights ................................... 309 Wattage.......................................................... 449
Door lock Power back door........................................ 103
Side doors ........................................................ 99
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 115
Wireless remote control........................... 97
Door pockets ..................................................316
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ............................................................102
Door glasses .................................................. 144
Door lock warning buzzer .................... 100
Open door warning buzzer ..................102
Outside rear view mirrors ........................141
Rear door child-protectors ....................102
Side doors ........................................................ 99
Drive distance .................................................. 82
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory.........................133
Memory recall function ............................135
Power easy access system .....................133
Drive-start control ....................................... 155
Driving Break-in tips .................................................. 155 Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving mode select switch .................... 271
Procedures .................................................... 154
Winter drive tips ........................................ 280
Driving assist system information ............ 85
Driving information disp lay ........................ 82
Driving position memory............................133 Memory recall function............................ 135
Power easy access system .................... 133
Driving range ................................................... 82
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .........................................227Warning message .....................................235
Dynamic Torque Control AWD system .......................................................................... 275
E
Eco Driving Indicator............................83, 92
Eco Driving Indicator Light ........................ 83
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................7
Elapsed time ..................................................... 82
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 275 Warning light .............................................. 405
Electronic key .................................................. 96 Battery-saving function.............................. 116
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........................................................431
Replacing the battery ............................... 379
Electronic sunshade Jam protection function ........................... 150
Operation ....................................................... 149
Emergency flashers .................................... 394
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.................. 403
If a warning light turns on...................... 403
If a warning message is displayed .......412
If the battery is discharged ....................433
If the electronic key does not operate properly .........................................................431
If the engine will not start........................428
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 430