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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/270_EE
■When replacing wheels (vehicles with tire pressure warning system)
The wheels of your vehicle are equipped with tire pressure warning valves and
transmitters that allow the tire pressure warning system to provide advanced warn-
ing in the event of a loss in tire inflation pressure. Whenever wheels are replaced,
tire pressure warning valves and transmitters must be installed. (→P. 4 8 5 )
CAUTION
■When replacing wheels
●Do not use wheels that are a different size from those recommended in the
Owner’s Manual, as this may result in loss of handling control.
●Never use an inner tube in a leaking wheel which is designed for a tubeless tire.
Doing so may result in an accident, causing death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■Replacing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters (vehicles with tire pres-
sure warning system)
●Because tire repair or replacement may affect the tire pressure warning valves
and transmitters, make sure to have tires serviced by any authorized Lexus dealer
or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional or other qualified
service shop. In addition, make sure to purchase your tire pressure warning
valves and transmitters at any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Ensure that only genuine Lexus wheels are used on your vehicle.
Tire pressure warning valves and transmitters may not work properly with non-
genuine wheels.
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
If your vehicle needs to be towed
Situations needs to contact dealers before towing
The following may indicate a problem with your transmission. Contact
any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, before towing.
●The engine is running but the vehicle will not move.
●The vehicle makes an abnormal sound.
If towing is necessary, we recommend having your vehicle towed by any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional, or a commercial towing service, using a lift-type
truck or flatbed truck.
Use a safety chain system for all towing, and abide by all state/provincial
and local laws.
2WD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck from the
front, the vehicle's rear wheels and axles must be in good conditions.
(→P. 534, 539)
If they are damaged, use a towing dolly or flatbed truck.
AWD models: If towing your vehicle with a wheel-lift type truck, use a tow-
ing dolly. (→P. 5 3 4 , 5 3 9 )
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
NOTICE
■Do not drive the vehicle with a flat tire
Do not continue driving with a flat tire.
Driving even a short distance with a flat tire can damage the tire and the wheel
beyond repair.
■Be careful when driving over bumps with the compact spare tire installed on the
vehicle.
The vehicle becomes lower when driving with the compact spare tire compared to
when driving with standard tires. Be careful when driving over uneven road sur-
faces.
■Driving with tire chains and the compact 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 (vehicles with tire pressure warning system)
When removing or fitting the wheels, tires or the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional as the tire pressure warning valve and transmitter
may be damaged if not handled correctly.
■To avoid damage to the tire pressure warning valves and transmitters (vehicles
with tire pressure warning system)
When a tire is repaired with liquid sealants, the tire pressure warning valve and
transmitter may not operate properly. If a liquid sealant is used, contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional
or other qualified service shop as soon as possible. Make sure to replace the tire
pressure warning valve and transmitter when replacing the tire. (→P. 4 8 4 )
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6-1. Specifications
RX350/270_EEHow to read oil container labels:
Either or both API registered marks are added to some oil containers
to help you select the oil you should use.
API Service Symbol
Top portion: “API SERVICE SN”
means the oil quality designation
by American Petroleum Institute)
(API).
Center portion: “SAE 0W-20”
means the SAE viscosity grade.
Lower portion: “Resource-
Conserving” means that the oil has
fuel-saving and environmental pro-
tection capabilities.
ILSAC Certification Mark
The International Lubricant Speci-
fication Advisory Committee
(ILSAC) Certification Mark is dis-
played on the front of the container.
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Replacing
Electronic key battery....................... 501
Fuses ....................................................... 504
Light bulbs.............................................. 516
Tires .......................................................... 572
Wireless remote control
battery ................................................... 501
Roof luggage carrier ........................... 295
Scuff lights ..................................................417
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt........................ 89
Child restraint system
installation.............................................152
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts .....................................456
Emergency locking retractor ........... 91
How to wear your seat belt .............89
How your child should wear
the seat belt ............................................ 91
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ................................................... 92
Reminder light .....................................546
Seat belt pretensioners ...................... 92
Seat heaters ............................................ 439
Seat position memory ............................. 81
Seat ventilators ...................................... 439Seats
Adjustment .......................................73, 77
Adjustment precautions............ 76, 79
Child seats/child restraint
system installation ............................ 152
Cleaning ................................................ 455
Flattening seatbacks ............................ 74
Head restraint .........................................87
Power easy access system.............. 84
Properly sitting in the seat............... 129
Seat heaters.......................................... 439
Seat position memory .......................... 81
Seat ventilators ................................... 439
Service reminder indicators ............ 198
Shift lever
Automatic transmission....................186
If the shift lever cannot
be shifted from “P”.........................589
Shift lever light ......................................... 417
Shift lock system ................................... 589
Side airbags ............................................... 131
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 98
Mirror position memory ..................... 81
Side monitor*
Side turn signal lights
Wattage ................................................... 619
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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