auxiliary LEXUS RX330 2006 Owners Manual

SECTION 1 – 4
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Interior equipment
Sun visors94
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Interior lights 94
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Personal lights 96
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Luggage compartment lights 97
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Illuminated entry system 97
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Clock 99
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Outside temperature display 100
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Power outlets 101
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Rear console box 104
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Glove box 106
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Garage door opener 107
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Cupholders 11 2
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Overhead console box 11 4
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Auxiliary boxes 11 5
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Auxiliary box and grocery bag hooks 11 6
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Luggage cover 11 7
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Floor mat 121
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Tie −down hooks 122
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NOTICE
During hot weather, the interior of the vehicle becomes
very hot. Do not leave anything flammable or
deformable such as a lighter, glasses, etc. inside.
AUXILIARY BOXES
To use the auxiliary boxes, open as shown in the following
illustrations.
 Front doors
Rear seat armrest

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CAUTION
To reduce the chance of injury in case of an accident or
a sudden stop, always keep the auxiliary box closed
while driving.
AUXILIARY BOX AND GROCERYBAG HOOKS
To use the auxiliary box, open it as shown above.

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This auxiliary box is equipped with grocery bag hooks.
These hooks are designed for hanging things like grocery
bags.
CAUTION
When not using the grocery bag hooks — To reduce the
chance of injury in case of an accident or a sudden stop,
always keep the auxiliary box closed while driving.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the hooks, do not hang any object
heavier than 2 kg (4 lb.) on them.
LUGGAGE COVER

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Removing luggage cover
To remove the luggage cover, lift it up after pushing
forward the lock release knobs on both sides.
You can stow the luggage cover in the auxiliary box in the
luggage compartment as shown in the illustration.
After removing the luggage cover, stow it in the auxiliary box
or place it somewhere other than the passenger compartment.
This will prevent passengers from being injured in the event of
a sudden stop or accident.

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HOOD
1. To open the hood, pull the hood lock release lever under
the driverside instrument panel. The hood will spring up
slightly.
2. Insert your fingers under the hood, push up the
auxiliary catch lever and lift the hood.
Before closing the hood, check to see that you have not
forgotten any tools, rags, etc. Then lower the hood and make
sure it locks.
CAUTION
Before driving, be sure that the hood is closed and
securely locked. Otherwise, the hood may open
unexpectedly while driving and an accident may occur.

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CAUTION
Make sure the cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an accident.
 Use only a genuine Lexus fuel tank cap for
replacement. It is designed to regulate fuel tank
pressure.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the cap, apply force only in the
turning direction to the cap. Do not pull or pry it.
In case the opener is not actuated
Open the auxiliary box in the luggage compartment, pull
the manual lever.
This is used in case the fuel filler door cannot be opened due
to a discharged battery or other trouble.

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To remove the spare tire:
1Remove the inside spare tire cover by turning it
counterclockwise.
If it is difficult to remove the inside spare tire cover,
remove the cover after pulling out the spare tire and
stand it up against the bumper.
2In the luggage compartment, open the right side
auxiliary box by pushing the button. You will find
the spare tire clamp bolt on the right side of the
auxiliary box.
3Remove the cover using a flathead screwdriver
which is wrapped with a cloth.