ECU LEXUS RX200T 2017 Repair Manual

5626-4. Using the storage features
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Pull down the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items.
To hang the cargo net, use the cargo
net hooks and rear cargo hooks.
Luggage compartment features
Cargo hooks
WARNING
To avoid injury, always return the hooks to their stowed positions when not in use.
Cargo net hooks

6087-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Checking battery fluid
Check that the level is between the “UPPER LEVEL” and “LOWER LEVEL”
lines.
“UPPER LEVEL” line
“LOWER LEVEL” line
If the fluid level is at or below the “LOWER LEVEL” line, add distilledwater.
■Adding distilled water
Remove the vent plug.
Add distilled water.
If the “UPPER LEVEL” line cannot be seen, check the fluid level by looking
directly at the cell.
Put the vent plug back on and close it securely.
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6367-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Change the rest position of the windshield wipers to the service position using
the wiper lever and then lift a windshield wiper. ( P. 283)
While pressing and holding the
wiper blade lock release button,
remove the wiper blade.
When performing this operation, make sure to hold the hook portion of thewiper arm securely.
While disengaging the cap lock,
using a tool such as a flathead
screwdriver if necessary, remove the
wiper insert.
Hold the cap on the end of the wiper insert when removing the wiper insert.
(The cap is integrated into the wiper insert.)
If using a screwdriver, make sure to wrap
its tip with tape to protect the wiper blade.
Install a new wiper insert.
Make sure to push the wiper insert firmly until the cap lock is engaged.
After installation, check that th e cap lock is locked securely.
Install the wiper blade to the wiper arm.
Make sure to push the wiper blade until it is locked.
When performing this operation, make sure to hold the hook portion of the wiper arm
securely.
After installation, check that the wiper blade is locked securely.
Windshield wiper inserts
Replacing a windshield wiper insert
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Hook portion
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Cap lock
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6477-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb and then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning it
clockwise.
After installing the bulb base, wiggle it lightly to make sure it is securelyinstalled and turn on the turn signal
lights to visually check that there is no light leaking from between the bulbbase and light unit.
Reinstall the fender liner and
install the 3 fender liner clips.
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6507-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Install a new light bulb and then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning it
clockwise.
After installing the bulb base, wiggle it lightly to make sure it is securelyinstalled and turn on the rear turn sig-
nal lights to visually check that there is no light leaking from between thebulb base and light unit.
Install the light unit.
Align the tabs and push the light unittoward the front of the vehicle toinstall it.
Install the 2 screws.
Install the cover.
Remove the protective tape.
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6517-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■Back-up lights
Open the back door and remove
the cover.
Using a flathead sc rewdriver, remove the cover.
To prevent scratching to the vehicle,
wrap the tip of the flathead screw- driver with a cloth, etc.
Turn the bulb base
counterclockwise and remove it.
Remove the light bulb.
Install a new light bulb and then
install the bulb base to the light
unit by inserting it and turning it
clockwise.
After installing the bulb base, wiggle
it lightly to make sure it is securely installed and turn on the back-uplights to visually check that there is no
light leaking from between the bulb base and light unit.
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6537-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
■LED lights
The headlight low beams, headlight high beams, front turn signal lights (vehicles with tri- ple-beam headlights), front position lights and daytime running lights, front fog lights, cornering lights (if equipped), rear fog lights, rear turn signal light (vehicles with triple-
beam headlights), side turn signal lights, st op/tail lights, rear side marker lights, high mounted stoplight, license plate lights, and outer foot lights consist of a number of LEDs.If any of the LEDs has burned out, take your vehicle to any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
■Condensation build-up on the inside of a lens
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does not indicate a
malfunction. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional for more info rmation in the following situations:
●Large drops of water have built up on the inside of a lens.
●Water has built up inside a headlight.
■When replacing light bulbs
 P. 642
WARNING
■To prevent injury
Before performing any light bulb replacement procedure, be sure to turn the engine switch off. Failure to do so may result in burns from hot components or a part of your body may get caught on an operating co mponent, possibly causing serious injury.
■Replacing light bulbs
●Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
●Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. When it is unavoid- able to hold the glass portion, use and hold with a clean dry cloth to avoid getting
moisture and oils on the bulb. Also, if the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
●Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so may result
in heat damage, fire, or wate r entering the headlight unit. This may damage the head- lights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
●Do not attempt to repair or disassemble the light bulbs, connectors, electric circuits
or component parts. Doing so may result in death or serious injury due to electric shock.
■To prevent damage or fire
●Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
●Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

6578-1. Essential information
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Steadily step on the brake pedal with both feet and firmly depress it.
Do not pump the brake pedal repeatedly as this will increase the effort required to slow the vehicle.
Shift the shift lever to N.
If the shift lever is shifted to N
After slowing down, stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
Stop the engine.
If the shift lever cannot be shifted to N
Keep depressing the brake pedal with both feet to reduce vehicle speed as
much as possible.
To stop the engine, press and hold
the engine switch for 2 consecutive
seconds or more, or press it briefly 3
times or more in succession.
Stop the vehicle in a safe place by the road.
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency
Only in an emergency, such as if it becomes impossible to stop the vehicle in
the normal way, stop the vehicle using the following procedure:
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Press and hold for 2 seconds or more,
or press briefly 3 times or more
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WARNING
■If the engine has to be turned off while driving
Power assist for the brakes and steering wheel will be lost, making the brake pedal harder to depress and the steering wheel heavier to turn. Decelerate as much as possi-
ble before turning off the engine.
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6608-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
If your vehicle is transported by a flat-
bed truck, it should be tied down at the
locations shown in the illustration.
If you use chains or cables to tie down
your vehicle, the angles shaded in black
must be 45 .
Do not overly tighten the tie downs or
the vehicle may be damaged.
If a tow truck is not available in an emergency, your vehicle may be temporarily
towed using cables or chains secured to the emergency towing eyelets. This
should only be attempted on hard surfac ed roads for at most 80 km (50 miles)
at under 30 km/h (18 mph).
A driver must be in the vehicle to steer and operate the brakes. The vehicle’s
wheels, drive train, axles, steering and brakes must be in good condition.
Using a flatbed truck
Front
Emergency towing

6618-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX350/RX200t_EE_OM48F32E
Take out the towing eyelet. (P. 680, 695)
Remove the eyelet cover.
Insert the towing eyelet into the hole
and tighten partially by hand.
Tighten down the towing eyelet
securely using a wheel nut wrench
or hard metal bar.
Securely attach cables or chains to the towing eyelet.
Take care not to damage the vehicle body.
Enter the vehicle being towed and start the engine.
If the engine does not start, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: P. 256
Emergency towing procedure
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