light LEXUS RX350 2011 Owners Manual

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When trouble arises
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
nStarting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
nTo prevent battery discharge
lTurn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is off.
lTurn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
nWhen the battery is removed or discharged
The power back door must be initialized. (→P. 6 3 0 )
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal
on the second vehicle
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid,
stationary, unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any
moving parts, as shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors with the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the
engine of your vehicle by turning the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper
cables in the exact reverse order from which they were con-
nected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at your Lexus
dealer as soon as possible.
STEP3
STEP4
STEP5
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
CAUTION
nAvoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to prevent accidentally igniting the flammable
gas that may be emitted from the battery:
lMake sure each jumper cable is connected to the correct terminal.
lDo not allow the “+” and “-” terminals of the jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
lDo not smoke, use matches, cigarette lighters or allow open flame near the bat-
tery.
nBattery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while related parts
contain lead and lead compounds. Observe the following precautions when han-
dling the battery:
lWhen working with the battery, always wear safety glasses and take care not to
allow any battery fluids (acid) to come into contact with skin, clothing or the vehi-
cle body.
lDo not lean over the battery.
lIn the event that battery fluid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, immedi-
ately 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.
lAlways wash your hands after handling the battery support, terminals, and other
battery-related parts.
lDo not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
nWhen handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables, ensure that they do not become entangled in
the cooling fans or belt.

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6-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
*:The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
Battery
Open voltage* at
68°F (20°C):
12.6 ⎯ 12.8 V Fully charged
12.2 ⎯ 12.4 V Half charged
11.8 ⎯ 12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine and
all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates5 A max.
Fluid capacity*2WD6.8 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
AW D7.0 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
nAutomatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transmission of your vehicle.

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Light bulbs
A:HB3 halogen bulbs
B: D4S discharge bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: H11 halogen bulbs
Light BulbsBulb No.WTy p e
Exterior
Discharge headlights
Low/High beam
Daytime running lights
Halogen headlights
High beam and daytime running lights
Low beam
D4S
9005
9005
H11
35
60
60
55
B
A
A
E
Front side marker lightsW5W5C
Front turn signal lights

WY21W
21D
Parking lightsW5W5C
Front fog lightsH1155E
Rear side marker lightsW5W5C
Rear turn signal lights

WY21W
21D
Back-up lights92116C
Tail lightsW5W5C
Outer foot lights⎯5C
Interior
Vanity lights⎯8C
Front interior lights⎯5C
Rear interior light⎯8C
Luggage compartment lights⎯5C
Door courtesy lights⎯5C
Footwell lights⎯3.8C

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6-1. Specifications
Fuel information
nFuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
nIf your engine knocks
lConsult your Lexus dealer.
lYou may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
nGasoline quality
In very few cases, driveability problems may be caused by the brand of gasoline you
are using. If driveability problems persist, try changing the brand of gasoline. If this
does not correct the problem, consult your Lexus dealer.
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
Premium unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 91 (Research Octane
Number 96) or higher required for optimum engine performance. If 91
octane cannot be obtained, you may use unleaded gasoline with an octane
rating as low as 87 (Research Octane Number 91). Use of unleaded gaso-
line with an octane rating lower than 91 may result in engine knocking. Per-
sistent knocking can lead to engine damage and should be corrected by
refueling with higher octane unleaded gasoline.
At minimum, the gasoline you use should meet the specifications of
ASTM D4814 in the U.S.A. and CGSB3.5-M93 in Canada.

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6-1. Specifications
Tire related termMeaning
Intended outboard side-
wall
(a) The sidewall that contains a whitewall, bears
white lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand,
and/or model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same molding on the other side-
wall of the tire, or
(b) The outward facing sidewall of an asymmetrical
tire that has a particular side that must always
face outward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tire
A tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks or multipur-
pose passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a
given inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible
inflation pressure
The maximum cold inflation pressure to which a tire
may be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or
innerliner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elevations due to
labeling, decorations, or protective bands or ribs
Passenger car tire
A tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipur-
pose passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a
gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or
less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coated parallel cords

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6-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
Power back
door
(→P. 5 1 )
Power back
door opening
operation using
the back door
opener button
OffOn———O
Wireless
remote con-
trol
(→P. 4 3 )
Unlocking oper-
ation
Driver's
door
unlocked
in one step,
all doors
unlocked
in two
steps
All doors
unlocked
in one step
O—OO
Automatic
light control
system
(→P. 1 8 4 )
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the head-
lights turn off
30 sec-
onds
Off
O—OO
60 sec-
onds
90 sec-
onds
Light sensor
sensitivityStandard-2 to 2O—OO
Daytime run-
ning light systemOnOffO—OO
Automatic high
beam systemOnOff———O
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting

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Illumination
(→P. 3 9 6 )
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the inte-
rior lights turn off
15 seconds
Off
O—OO
7. 5 s e c -
onds
30 sec-
onds
Ti m e e l a p s e d
before the exte-
rior lights turn off
15 seconds
Off
O—OO
7. 5 s e c -
onds
30 sec-
onds
Sensitivity of the
ambient light
sensor used for
dimming the
meter lights etc.
Standard-2 to 2O——O
Sensitivity of the
ambient light
sensor used for
brightening the
meter lights etc.
Standard-2 to 2O——O
Footwell lightsOnOff———O
Outer foot lightsOnOff———O
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting

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Vehicle specifications
Automatic
air condi-
tioning sys-
tem
(→P. 2 74 )
Switching
between outside
air and recircu-
lated air mode
linked to
“AUTO” switch
operation
AutoManualO——O
A/C auto switch
operationAutoManualO——O
Exhaust gas sen-
sor sensitivityStandard-3 to 3O——O
Front seats
(→P. 6 1 )
Driver’s seat
movement when
exiting the vehi-
cle (on some
models)
Full
Off
O—OOPa r t i a l
Eco Driving
Indicator
Light
(→P. 1 7 7 )
Eco Driving Indi-
cator LightOnOff—OOO
Pow e r w i n -
dows
(→P. 9 0 )
Mechanical key
linked operationOnOff———O
Wireless remote
control linked
operation
OnOff———O
ItemFunctionDefault
setting
Custom-
ized
setting

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Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WDTwo Wheel Drive
4WDFour Wheel Drive
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift control
ALRAutomatic Locking Retractor
AW DAll Wheel Drive
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ECUElectronic Control Unit
EDREvent Data Recorder
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GAWRGross Axle Weight Ratings
GCWRGross Combination Weight Rating
GVWRGross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/MEmission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCHLower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MMTMethylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + SMud and Snow