washer LEXUS RX200T 2017 User Guide

2864-3. Operating the lights and wipers
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■The rear window wiper and washer can be operated when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■If no washer fluid sprays
Check that the washer nozzle is not blocked if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid
tank.
NOTICE
■When the rear window is dry
Do not use the wiper, as it may damage the rear window.
■When the washer fluid tank is empty
Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat.
■When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact any authorized Lexus de aler or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional. Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.

3934-5. Using the driving support systems
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Driving
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NOTICE
■To prevent the system from malfunctioning
●If the area around a sensor is subjected to an impact, the system may not operate properly due to the sensor being misali gned. Have the vehicle inspected by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or an other duly qualified and equipped profes- sional.
●When using a high pressure washer to wash the vehicle, do not spray the sensors
directly, as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction.
●When using steam to clean the vehicle, do not direct steam too close to the sensors as doing so may cause a sensor to malfunction.
■To prevent a radar sensor from malfunctioning
●If the area around a radar sensor is subjec ted to an impact, the system may not oper- ate properly due to a sensor malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected by any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or anothe r duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Observe the radar sensor handling precautions. (P. 360)
■To prevent unnecessary operation of the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system
In the following situations, disable the Inte lligent Clearance Sonar system as the system may operate even though there is no possibility of a collision.
●When inspecting the vehicle using a chassis roller, chassis dynamo or free roller
●When loading the vehicle onto a boat, truck or other transport vessel
●If the suspension has been modified or tires of a size other than specified are installed
●If the front of the vehicle is raised or lowered due to the carried load
●If towing eyelets are installed

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Driving
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4-6. Driving tips
●Use fluids that are appropriate to the prevailing outside temperatures.
•Engine oil
• Engine coolant
• Washer fluid
●Have a service technician inspect the condition of the battery.
●Have the vehicle fitted with four snow tires or purchase a set of tire chains for
the front tires.
Ensure that all tires are of the specified size and the same brand, and that chains match the size of the tires.
Perform the following according to the driving conditions:
●Do not try to forcibly open a window or move a wiper that is frozen. Pour
warm water over the frozen area to melt the ice. Wipe away the water imme-
diately to prevent it from freezing.
●To ensure proper operation of the climate control system fan, remove any
snow that has accumulated on the air inlet vents in front of the windshield.
●Check for and remove any excess ice or snow that may have accumulated on
the exterior lights, vehicle’s roof, chassi s, around the tires or on the brakes.
●Remove any snow or mud from the bottom of your shoes before getting in the
vehicle.
Winter driving tips
Carry out the necessary preparations and inspections before driving the vehi-
cle in winter. Always drive the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the prevail-
ing weather conditions.
Pre-winter preparations
Before driving the vehicle

5887-1. Maintenance and care
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
NOTICE
■When using a high pressure car wash
●When washing the vehicle, do not let water of the high pressure washer hit directly or the vicinity of the camera. Due to the shock from the high pressure water, it is possible
the device may not operate as normal.
●Do not bring the nozzle tip close to boots (rubber or resin manufactured cover), con- nectors or the following parts. The parts may be damaged if they come into contact
with high-pressure water.
• Traction related parts • Steering parts
•Suspension parts • Brake parts
●Do not point the nozzle of a high pressurewasher at the areas shown in the illustration,as high pressure water may damage the oil
cooler.

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Maintenance and care
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7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections.
ItemsParts and tools
Battery condition ( P. 607)
• Warm water • Baking soda • Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Engine/intercooler coolant level ( P. 605)
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitriteand non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%coolant and 50% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding coolant)
Engine oil level ( P. 601)
• “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
•Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (P. 640)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs ( P. 643)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
• Flathead screwdriver
•Wrench
Radiator, condenser and intercooler radi-ator ( P. 607)
Tire inflation pres-
sure ( P. 629)• Tire pressure gauge• Compressed air source
Washer fluid ( P. 611)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washer fluid)

5997-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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RX350
Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 611)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 603)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 601)
Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 605)
Battery ( P. 607)
Fuse box ( P. 640)
Radiator ( P. 607)
Condenser ( P. 607)
Electric cooling fans
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6007-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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RX200t
Intercooler coolant reservoir
( P. 605)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 603)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 601)
Engine coolant reservoir
( P. 605)
Battery ( P. 607)
Fuse box ( P. 640)
Radiator ( P. 607)
Condenser ( P. 607)
Electric cooling fans
Intercooler radiator ( P. 607)
Washer fluid tank ( P. 611)
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6117-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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If none of the washer do not work or the
“Windshield Washer Fluid Low”
appears on the multi-information dis-
play, the washer tank may be empty.
Add washer fluid.
Washer fluid
WARNING
■When adding washer fluid
Do not add washer fluid when the engine is hot or operating as washer fluid contains alcohol and may catch fire if spilled on the engine, etc.
NOTICE
■Do not use any fluid other than washer fluid
Do not use soapy water or engine antifreeze instead of washer fluid. Doing so may cause streaking on the vehicle’s painted surfaces.
■Diluting washer fluid
Dilute washer fluid with water as necessary. Refer to the freezing temperatures listed on the label of the washer fluid bottle.

6888-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Remove any dirt or foreign matter
from the wheel contact surface.
If foreign matter is on the wheel contact
surface, the wheel nuts may loosen while the vehicle is in motion, causingthe tire to come off.
Install the spare tire and loosely tighte n each wheel nut by hand by approxi-
mately the same amount.
Lower the vehicle.
Installing th e spare tire
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Vehicles with a compact spare tireVehicles with a full-size spare tire
Tighten the wheel nuts until the
tapered portion comes into loose con-
tact with the disc wheel seat.
Turn the wheel nuts until the washers
come into contact with the disc wheel.
Disc wheel
seat
Tapered portion
Disc wheel
Washer
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763Alphabetical index
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Engine
ACCESSORY mode ..................... 247
Compartment..................................... 599
Engine switch....................................... 246
Hood ........................................................ 597
How to start the engine .................. 246
Identification number ....................... 728
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency.......... 657
Ignition switch (engine switch) ... 246
Overheating ...........................................718
Engine coolant
Capacity ................................................. 734
Checking .............................................. 605
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 429
Engine coolant temperature
gauge......................................................... 96
Engine immobilizer system...................77
Engine oil
Capacity ................................................. 729
Checking ................................................ 601
Preparing and checking
before winter .................................... 429
Engine oil pressure gauge ................. 107
Engine oil temperature gauge ......... 107
Engine switch ......................................... 246
EPS
(Electronic Power Steering)......... 423
Warning light ....................................... 667
ERA-GLONASS ........................ 46, 578
Flat tire ........................................... 679, 693
Floor mats ................................................... 32
Fluid
Automatic transmission.................. 735
Brake ....................................................... 736
Washer.......................................................611
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 643
Switch ...................................................... 278
Follow me home system .................... 266
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ...................... 643
Switch ...................................................... 278
Front passenger footwell hooks ..... 575
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 669
Front position lights
Light switch........................................... 265
Replacing light bulbs ....................... 643
Front seat heaters................................. 550
Front seats
Adjustment .............................................185
Cleaning ................................................589
Correct driving posture.....................34
Driving position memory ................ 195
Head restraints ................................... 200
Power easy access system............. 195
Seat heaters..........................................550
Seat position memory .......................195
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