2021 LEXUS RX450h warning

3185-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
*:If equipped
Turns the heated steering wheel on/off
The indicator light comes on when the
heated steering wheel is operating.
■Operation condition
The power switch is in ON mode.
■Timer function
The heated steering wheel will automati-
cally turn off after about 30 minutes.
■Front seats
Vehicles without seat ventilators
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
Heated steering wheel*/seat
heaters*/seat ventilators*
 Heated steering wheel
Warms up the grip of the steering
wheel
 Seat heaters
Warm up the seat upholstery
 Seat ventilators
Maintain good ventilation using a fan
built into the seat
WARNING
■To prevent minor burn injuries
Care should be taken if anyone in the fol-
lowing categories comes in contact with
the steering wheel or seats when the
heater is on:
●Babies, small children, the elderly, the
sick and the phys ically challenged
●Persons with sensitive skin
●Persons who are fatigued
●Persons who have taken alcohol or
drugs that induce sleep (sleeping
drugs, cold remedies, etc.)
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the seat heat-
ers
Do not put heavy objects that have an
uneven surface on the seat and do not
stick sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.)
into the seat.
■To prevent 12-volt battery discharge
Do not use the functions when the hybrid
system is off.
Heated steering wheel
Seat heaters
A

3195-3. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
5
Interior features
Vehicles with seat ventilators
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
■Second-row seats
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
lit)  Lo (1 segment lit) Off
The level indicator (amber) lights up
during operation.
■Operation condition
The power switch is in ON mode.
■When the air conditioning system is
operating in front seat concentrated air-
flow mode (S-FLOW)
If a passenger is not detected in the front
passenger seat, the seat heater of the front
passenger’s seat will be turned off if on.
(  P.312)
■Customization
Some functions can be customized.
(  P.480)
When any switch is pressed, the system
is set to automatic mode and the
“AUTO” indicator (green) lights up.
Each time the switch is pressed, the
operation condition changes as fol-
lows.
Hi (3 segments lit) Mid (2 segments
A
B
A
WARNING
■To prevent overheating and minor
burn injuries
Observe the following precautions when
using the seat heaters.
●Do not cover the seat with a blanket or
cushion when using the seat heater.
●Do not use seat heater more than nec-
essary.
Seat ventilators (front seats)
A

3255-5. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
Vehicles with separate-type second-row seatsGlove box ( P.326)
Auxiliary boxes ( P.329)
Door pockets ( P.328)
Bottle holders ( P.328)
Console box ( P.326)
Cup holders ( P.327)
Coin box ( P.328)
Smartphone holder ( P.326)
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
WARNING
■Items that should not be left in the
storage spaces
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray
cans in the storage spaces, as this may
cause the following when cabin tempera-
ture becomes high:
●Glasses may be deformed by heat or
cracked if they come into contact with
other stored items.
●Lighters or spray ca ns may explode. If
they come into contact with other
stored items, the lighter may catch fire
or the spray can may release gas,
causing a fire hazard.

3265-5. Using the storage features
1Open (press the button)
2 Unlock with the mechanical key
3 Lock with the mechanical key
■Glove box light
The glove box light turns on when the tail
lights are on.
■When cleaning the interior
Remove to clean it.
When installing , engage the left and
right claws and then engage the center
claw.
Push the knob.
Lift by hand to fully open the console box.
■Console box light
The console box light turns on when the tail
lights are on.
■Pen holder
A pen can be stored in the pen holder on
the underside of the lid.
WARNING
■When storage compartments are not
in use
When driving or when the storage com-
partments are not in use, keep the lids
closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden
swerving, an accident may occur due to
an occupant being struck by an open lid
or the items stored inside.
Glove box
Smartphone holder
Console box
A
A

3275-5. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
■Tray in the console box
Remove the tray to access a storage space
under the tray.
Front seats
Bench-type second-row seats
Pull down the armrest and then press
down the button.
Separate-type second-row seats
Press in the button.
■The depth of the front cup holder can be
changed.
1 To store a water bottle, push down the
bottom of the cup holder.
2 To return the bottom to its original posi-
tion, press the button.
Cup holders
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for the cup holder
●Do not place anything other than cups,
aluminum cans, or water bottles in the
cup holders. Other items may be
thrown out of the holders in the event
of an accident or sudden braking, pos-
sibly causing injury. If possible, cover
hot drinks to prevent burns.
●Rear cup holder: When not in use,
keep the cup holders are closed. Inju-
ries may result in the event of an acci-
dent or sudden braking.

3285-5. Using the storage features
Front
The door pockets ca n be opened and
closed.
Rear
■Bottle holders
●When storing a bottle, close the cap.
●The bottle may not be stored depending
on its size or shape.
Press in the button.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the rear cup
holder
Stow the cup holder before stowing the
armrest.
Door pockets
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Front door pockets: Keep the door pock-
ets closed while driving. Injuries may
result in the event of an accident or sud-
den braking.
Bottle holders
NOTICE
■Items unsuitable for the bottle hold-
ers
Do not place open bottle, glass or paper
cups containing liquid in the bottle hold-
ers. Otherwise, contained liquid may be
spilled. Glass cups may break if used in
the bottle holders.
Coin box

3295-5. Using the storage features
5
Interior features
Type A
Press in the lid.
Type B (if equipped)
Pull up the lever to release the lock,
and lift the lid. Pull down the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for securing
loose items.
RX450h
RX450hL
To hang the cargo net, use the cargo
net hooks and rear cargo hooks.
WARNING
■Caution while driving
Keep the coin box closed while driving.
Injuries may result in the event of an acci-
dent or sudden braking.
Auxiliary boxes
WARNING
■Items unsuitable for storing (Type A)
Do not store items he avier than 0.44 lb.
(200 g).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to
open and the items inside may fall out,
resulting in an accident.
Luggage compartment fea-
tures
Cargo hooks
WARNING
■When cargo hooks are not in use
To avoid injury, always return the hooks
to their stowed positions when not in use.
Cargo net hooks

3305-5. Using the storage features
To use the grocery bag hook, push it in.
RX450h
RX450hL
■Removing the luggage cover unit
(RX450hL)
Remove the deck board and side auxil-
iary box cover and take out the lug-
gage cover unit. ( P.331)
■Using the luggage cover
RX450hL: Before installing the lug-
gage cover, fold down the third-row
seats. ( P.132)
1 Insert either end of the luggage
cover into the recess, then com-
WARNING
■When the cargo net is not in use
To avoid injury, always return the hooks
to their stowed positions when not in use.
Grocery bag hooks
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the grocery
bag hooks
Do not hang any object heavier than 8.8
lb. (4 kg) on the grocery bag hooks.
Luggage cover