2022 LEXUS RX450h warning light

4347-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7Confirm it is not loose after tighten-
ing:
1 Push and pull the tire
2 Try rotating
Visually check to ensure tire is not hung on
surrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly exists, repeat
steps 2 to 7.
8 Repeat step 7, any time the tire is
lowered or disturbed.
9 Stow the jack and all tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the
label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on
the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare
tire temporarily, and only in an emer-
gency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pres-
sure of the compact spare tire. ( P.458)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped
with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare
tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure
warning system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains
on.
■When the compact spare tire is
equipped
When driving with the compact spare tire
installed, the vehicle he ight will be different
than when driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the
rear wheels of the ve hicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front
tires:
1 Replace a rear tire with the compact
spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the tire
removed from the rear of the vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire
provided is specific ally designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your
compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact
spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a
standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden braking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Trailer Sway Control
•EPS
•VDIM
• Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

4357-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
WARNING
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
• Automatic High Beam
• AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) (if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following system
not be utilized fully, but it may even nega-
tively affect the drive-train components:
•E-Four
■Speed limit when using the compact
spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 50
mph (80 km/h) when a compact spare
tire is installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed
for driving at high speeds. Failure to
observe this precaution may lead to an
accident causing deat h or serious injury.
■After using the tools and jack
Before driving, make sure all the tools
and jack are securely in place in their
storage location to reduce the possibility
of personal injury during a collision or
sudden braking.
NOTICE
■Be careful when driving over bumps
with the compact spare tire installed
on the vehicle
The vehicle becomes lower when driving
with the compact spar e tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be
careful when driving over uneven road
surfaces.
■Driving with tire chains and the com-
pact spare tire
Do not fit tire chains to the compact
spare tire. Tire chains may damage the
vehicle body and adversely affect driving
performance.
■When replacing the tires
When removing or fitting the wheels,
tires or the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter, contact your Lexus
dealer as the tire pressure warning valve
and transmitter may be damaged if not
handled correctly.
■When stowing the flat tire
(RX450hL)
●Ensure that there is no object caught
between the tire and the vehicle
underbody.
●Securely tighten the spare tire clamp
bolt to hold the spare wheel carrier by
the hook.
●Stow the flat tire in the spare tire loca-
tion. Failure to do so may cause dam-
age to the spare tire carrier. Proper
storage reduces the possibility of injury
in a collision or during sudden braking.
●Have the flat tire repaired and the
spare tire replaced wi th it as soon as
possible.

4457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle
RX450hLExhaust hole
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle
●For details, consult your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When removing the 12-volt 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 12-volt battery fires or
explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the
12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is con-
nected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with
any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the
jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or metal surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
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A
B
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●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
lighters or allow open flame near the
12-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous
and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt battery,
always wear safety glasses and take
care not to allow any battery fluids
(acid) to come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes
into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area
with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the
affected area until medical attention
can be received.
●Always wash your ha nds after handling
the 12-volt battery support, terminals,
and other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow childre n near the 12-volt
battery.
■After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, con-
tinued use may cause the 12-volt battery
to emit a malodorous gas, which may be
detrimental to the health of passengers.
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
●When the vent plug and indicator are
close to the hold down clamp, the bat-
tery fluid (sulfuric acid) may leak.
●For information regarding 12-volt bat-
tery replacement, contact your Lexus
dealer.

503What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the power
switch in ON mode (P.190)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.183)
 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.153)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the
hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( P.185)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.413)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.193)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (P.410, 420) 
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
(P.74)
Do one of the following to stop the
alarms:
 Unlock the doors.
 Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the
hybrid system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.420)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.410, 420.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( P.424)
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
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
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

505Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ...............................383
Front automatic air conditioning system.........................................................................298
Front seat concentr ated airflow mode
(S-FLOW).................................................306
Rear automatic air conditioning system .........................................................................309
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).............. 278 Warning light ................................................. 412
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 279
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 279
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)200
Adaptive Variable Suspension System279
AFS (Adaptive Front- lighting System)200
AHB (Automatic High Beam) .................201
Air conditioning filter ................................. 383
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ...............................383
Front automatic air conditioning system.........................................................................298
Front seat concentr ated airflow mode
(S-FLOW).................................................306
Rear automatic air conditioning system .........................................................................309
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 33
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 36
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................. 33
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
General airbag precautions ................... 36
Locations of airbags.................................... 30
Modification and disp osal of airbags . 38
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 33
Side airbag precautions ............................ 36 Side and curtain shie
ld airbags operating
conditions ...................................................... 33
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 36
SRS airbags......................................................30
SRS warning light.........................................412
Alarm ....................................................................74 Warning buzzer .......................................... 410
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 57
Antennas (smart acc ess system with
push-button start).......................................125
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).............. 278 Warning light .................................................412
Approach warning...................................... 242
Armrest............................................................ 337
Assist grips ..................................................... 337
Audio system-linked display ...................... 92
Automatic headlight leveling system ....199
Automatic High Beam ................................201
Automatic light control system............... 198
Auxiliary boxes ..................................323, 326
Average fuel economy................................. 90
Average vehicle speed ................................ 90
AWD Control.................................................... 91
B
Back door .......................................................... 113
Back-up light Wattage ......................................................... 460
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs................... 393, 399
Battery (12-volt battery) Battery checking ........................................370
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......441
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 286
Warning light .................................................. 411
Battery (traction battery) ............................ 69
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 246
Bottle holders ................................................ 322
Brake Brake hold ...................................................... 196

506Alphabetical Index
Fluid ......................................................369, 457
Parking brake ................................................193
Regenerative braking ................................. 67
Warning light ................................................ 410
Brake assist .................................................... 278
Break-in tips.....................................................163
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................ 87
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 246
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)......................................................................... 232
C
Care Exterior .......................................................... 350
Interior ............................................................. 353
Seat belts........................................................ 353
Wheels and wheel ornaments........... 350
Cargo capacity..................................... 167, 170
Cargo hooks ................................................. 324
Cargo net hooks .......................................... 324
Center Display ............................................. 294
Chains .............................................................. 287
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 54
Fixed with a seat belt...................................50
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
Points to remember .................................... 45
Riding with children ..................................... 45
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 57
Child safety 12-volt battery precautions ....... 372, 445
Airbag precautions...................................... 36
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions.................................................. 312
How your child should wear the seat belt .............................................................................27 Moon roof precautions............................ 155
Panoramic moon roof precautions ... 158
Power back door precautions ............... 113
Power window lock switch .................... 153
Power window precautions .................. 152
Rear door child-protectors ..................... 112
Seat belt extender prec
autions.............. 27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Child-protectors............................................. 112
Cleaning Exterior........................................................... 350
Interior .............................................................353
Radar sensor .................................................. 212
Seat belts ........................................................353
Wheels and wheel ornaments ........... 350
Clock ....................................................... 83, 338
Coat hooks..................................................... 338
Coin box.......................................................... 322
Compass ......................................................... 346
Condenser ..................................................... 368
Console box .................................................. 320
Cooling system............................................. 367 Engine overheating...................................446
Hybrid system overheating ................. 448
Cornering lights ...........................................200 Replacing light bulbs................................393
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................236
Cup holders .....................................................321
Current fuel consumption .......................... 90
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features ...............................472
D
Daytime running light system .................. 198
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 300
Rear window ............................................... 300
Windshield ................................................... 300
Differential Rear differential oil.....................................457

507Alphabetical Index
Dimension ...................................................... 452
Dinghy towing.................................................. 181
DisplayCenter Display............................................ 294
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 236
Energy monitor.............................................. 99
Head-up display ........................................... 95
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 252
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).................... 230
Multi-information display ..........................88
RCTA .............................................................. 259
Warning message..................................... 420
Distance until next engine oil change .... 87
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 357
Door courtesy lights .....................................315 Wattage..........................................................460
Door lock Power back door.......................................... 113
Side doors ...................................................... 109
Smart access system with push-button start .................................................................. 125
Wireless remote control..........................107
Door pockets ................................................ 322
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ..............................................................112
Door glasses ................................................... 151
Door lock warning buzzer ...................... 110
Open door warning buzzer ....................112
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 148
Rear door child-protectors ......................112
Side doors ...................................................... 109
Drive distance .................................................. 90
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory........................ 140
Memory recall function ..............................141
Power easy access system .................... 140
Drive-start control ........................................163
Driving Break-in tips ...................................................163
Correct driving posture ............................ 25 Driving mode select switch .................. 276
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ....................284
Procedures .....................................................162
Winter drive tips ........................................ 286
Driving assist system information ............ 92
Driving information display ........................ 90
Driving position memory........................... 140 Memory recall function.............................. 141
Power easy access system .................... 140
Driving range ................................................... 90
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ........................................ 236 Warning message ..................................... 244
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 278
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
E-Four .............................................................. 279
Elapsed time ..................................................... 90
Electric motor (traction motor) ................ 66
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 279 Warning light .................................................413
Electronic key ................................................ 106 Battery-saving function.............................126
If the electronic key does not operate properly .......................................................439
Replacing the battery .............................. 386
Electronic sunshade Jam protection function ............................157
Operation ....................................................... 156
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 278
Emergency flashers .................................... 402
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.................... 410
If a warning light turns on........................ 410
If a warning message is displayed.....420
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ......441
If the electronic key does not operate properly .......................................................439

508Alphabetical Index
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened.........................................................................438
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 436
If the vehicle is submerged or water on the road is rising......................................403
If you have a flat tire .................................. 424
If you lose your keys.................................438
If you think something is wrong .........409
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 449
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 402
If your vehicle needs to be towed .....405
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 446
Energy monitor .....................................99, 100
Engine ACCESSORY mode .............................. 185
Compartment .............................................365
Engine switch.................................................182
Hood................................................................ 363
How to start the hybrid system ............182
Identification number ............................... 453
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 436
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 402
Ignition switch (power switch) ..............182
Overheating................................................. 446
Power switch .................................................182
Tachometer ..................................................... 83
Engine coolant Capacity .........................................................456
Checking ....................................................... 367
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................286
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 83
Engine oil Capacity .........................................................455
Checking .......................................................365
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................286
Warning light ...................................................411
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 367 Engine switch (power switch) ..................182
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................402
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 279 Warning light .................................................413
EV drive mode................................................187
EV indicator .......................................................67
Event data recorder (EDR) ........................... 8
F
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system ............. 376
Vehicles with a spare tire....................... 424
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid Brake ................................................................ 457
Hybrid transmission.................................. 457
Washer .......................................................... 369
Fog lights Switch...............................................................204
Footwell light ...................................................315
Front automatic air conditioning system .......................................................................... 298
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs................................393
Front passenger footwell hooks ............ 340
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 39
Front seats Adjustment ......................................................129
Cleaning .........................................................353
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory ........................ 140
Head restraints..............................................143
Memory recall function.............................. 141
Power easy access system .................... 140
Seat heaters ....................................................312
Seat position memory .............................. 140
Seat ventilators ..............................................312
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 198
Replacing light bulbs................................393