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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If a warning message is displayed
Stop the vehicle immediately. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.
The following warning indicates a possible problem in the brake system.
Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped profes-
sional.
Warning messageDetails
Indicates the following:
• The brake fluid level is low; or,
• The brake system is malfunctioning.
A buzzer also sounds.
If a warning is shown on the multi-information display, stay calm and per-
form the following actions:
Master warning light
The master warning light also
comes on or flashes in order to
indicate that a message is cur-
rently being displayed on the
multi-information display.
Multi-information display
If any of the warning lights comes on again after the following actions
have been performed, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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When trouble arises
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(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the adaptive front lighting
system
Indicates a malfunction in the brake lights system
(Flashes)
(If equipped)Indicates a malfunction in the pre-crash safety system
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the Lexus parking assist-
sensor
The malfunctioning assist-sensor is flashing.
Warning messageDetails
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Indicates a malfunction in the cruise control system
or the radar cruise control system (If equipped)
Press the “ON-OFF” button once to deactivate the
system, and then press the button again to reactivate
the system.
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight
leveling system
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system; or,
• The seat belt pretensioner system
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or,
• The brake assist system
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power
Steering) system
Warning messageDetails
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When trouble arises
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(Flashes)
(If equipped)
Indicates that your vehi-
cle is nearing the vehicle
ahead (in radar cruise
mode)
A buzzer also sounds.
At the same time,
will appear on
the head-up display (the
image flashes).
Slow the vehicle by apply-
ing the brakes.
Indicates that the engine
has overheated
A buzzer also sounds.Stop and check.
(→P. 5 9 8 )
Indicates that remaining
fuel is approximately 10.7
L (2.8 gal., 2.3 Imp. gal.)
or less
Refuel the vehicle.
(Flashes)
Indicates that the
“ENGINE START STOP”
switch is turned off or
turned to ACCESSORY
mode and the driver's
door is opened while the
lights are turned on.
Tu r n t h e l i g h t s o f f .
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
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Emergency start function
When the engine does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the engine if the “ENGINE START STOP” switch
is functioning normally:
Set the parking brake.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY
mode.
Press and hold the “ENGINE START STOP” switch for about 15
seconds while depressing the brake pedal firmly.
Even if the engine can be started using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle checked by any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
■The starter motor does not turn over, the interior lights and head-
lights do not turn on, or the horn does not sound.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●One or both of the battery terminals may be disconnected.
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 5 9 4 )
●There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly quali-
fied and equipped professional if the problem cannot be repaired, or if
repair procedures are unknown.
STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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RX350/270_EE
Abbreviation
Abbreviation/Acronym list
ABBREVIATIONSMEANING
2WD2 Wheel Drive
4WD4 Wheel Drive
A/CAir Conditioning
ABSAnti-lock Brake System
AFSAdaptive Front-lighting System
AI-SHIFTArtificial Intelligence Shift control
AW DAll Wheel Drive
CRSChild Restraint System
DISPDisplay
ECOEconomy/Ecology
ECTElectronic Controlled Transmission
ELREmergency Locking Retractor
EPSElectric Power Steering
GVMGross Vehicle Mass
LEDLight Emitting Diode
MPACMaximum Permissible Axle Capacity
PCSPre-Crash Safety system
PWRPo w e r
SRSSupplemental Restraint System
TRCTr a c t i o n C o n t r o l
VDIMVehicle Dynamics Integrated Management
VINVehicle Identification Number
VSCVehicle Stability Control
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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C*
Air conditioning filter........................499
Automatic air conditioning
system*..................................................314
ABS ..............................................................271
ACCESSORY mode .......................... 180
Active torque control
4WD mode ............................................ 271
Adaptive front lighting system ........ 219
AFS .............................................................. 219
Air conditioning filter .......................... 499
Air conditioning system*
Air conditioning filter........................499
Automatic air conditioning
system*..................................................314
Airbags
Airbag manual on/off
system ....................................................163
Airbag operating conditions..........133
Airbag precautions for your
child ......................................................... 137
Airbag warning light......................... 544
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................134
Curtain shield airbag
precautions.......................................... 137
General airbag precautions .......... 137
Locations of airbags............................ 131
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 141
Proper driving posture ...........129, 137Side airbag operating
conditions ............................................ 134
Side airbag precautions................... 137
SRS airbags ..............................................131
Alarm ........................................................... 122
All-wheel drive lock switch ...............277
Antenna .................................................... 329
Anti-lock brake system ........................ 271
Armrest ......................................................441
Assist grips .............................................. 443
Audio input ............................................. 379
Audio system*
Antenna .................................................. 329
Audio input ........................................... 379
AUX port .............................................. 379
Bluetooth
® audio system ............... 361
CD player/changer ......................... 330
Hands-free system for
mobile phone................................... 384
iPod .......................................................... 344
MP3/WMA disc................................337
Optimal use........................................... 377
Portable audio device..................... 379
Radio........................................................ 326
Steering wheel audio switch..........381
USB memory ...................................... 353
USB port.................................... 344, 353
Automatic air conditioning system*
Air conditioning filter ....................... 499
Air conditioning system* ................. 314
Automatic headlight leveling
system .................................................... 220
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Automatic light control system .........217
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission ................... 186
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P .................................. 589
S mode ..................................................... 189
AUX port ................................................. 379
Auxiliary boxes .......................... 428, 446
Back door
Back door.................................................60
Wireless remote control ................... 53
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Wattage................................................... 619
Battery
Checking ............................................... 479
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery ..................................................594
Preparing and checking before
winter.................................................... 296
Bluetooth
® audio* ................................ 361
Bluetooth® phone* .............................. 391
Bottle holders ......................................... 422
Brake
Emergency brake signal .................272
Fluid ........................................................... 616
Parking brake ........................................194
Brake assist................................................271
Break-in tips ............................................. 170Card key ..................................................... 26
Care
Exterior ................................................... 452
Interior..................................................... 455
Seat belts ............................................... 456
Cargo hooks .......................................... 446
CD changer
CD ............................................................ 330
MP3 disc ................................................337
WMA disc .............................................337
CD player ................................................ 330
Chains ....................................................... 296
Child restraint system
Baby seats, definition......................... 142
Baby seats, installation ...................... 152
Child seats, definition ........................ 142
Child seats, installation ..................... 152
Installing CRS with ISOFIX
rigid anchor ........................................ 157
Installing CRS with seat belts ........ 153
Installing CRS with top straps .......158
Junior seats, definition ....................... 142
Junior seats, installation .................... 152
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Alphabetical index
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Doors
Back door.................................................60
Door lock..................................31, 53, 56
Door windows ....................................... 101
Double locking system .......................121
Power back door..................................60
Side door .................................................. 56
Side mirrors ............................................. 98
Driver's seat belt reminder light .....546
Driving
Break-in tips ...........................................170
Correct posture ...................................129
Procedures ............................................ 168
Utility vehicle
precautions........................................289
Winter driving tips............................. 296
Driving position memory ....................... 81
Electric power steering ........................271
Electric sunshade................................... 108
Electronic features control ...............203
Electronic key
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ............................. 591
Electronic sunshade ............................. 108
Electronically modulated air
suspension ............................................ 256
Emergency brake signal .................... 272
Emergency flashers
Switch ...................................................... 532Emergency, in case of
If a warning buzzer sounds .......... 543
If a warning light turns on .............. 543
If a warning message is
displayed ............................................ 552
If the back door opener is
inoperative ........................................... 65
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ..............................591
If the engine will not start ............... 587
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from “P” ...............................589
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery.................................................. 594
If you have a flat tire .........................572
If you lose your keys ........................590
If you think something is
wrong..................................................... 541
If your vehicle becomes stuck ......601
If your vehicle has to be
stopped in an emergency ......... 603
If your vehicle needs to be
towed ................................................... 533
If your vehicle overheats................598
Engine
Accessory mode ................................ 180
Compartment ..................................... 468
Engine switch ....................................... 180
Hood ....................................................... 465
How to start the engine .................. 180
Identification number....................... 607
If the engine will not start ............... 587
Ignition switch ...................................... 180
Overheating ........................................598
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Odometer................................................. 196
Oil
Engine oil ............................................... 472
Opener
Back door.................................................60
Fuel filler door......................................... 110
Hood ........................................................465
Outer foot lights
Outer foot lights ................................... 417
Wattage................................................... 619
Outside rear view mirrors
Adjusting and folding.......................... 98
Mirror position memory......................81
Outside temperature display* ........433
Overhead courtesy lights
Overhead courtesy lights................ 417
Wattage................................................... 619
Overheating, Engine.......................... 598
Paddle shift switches ............................ 186
Parking assist sensors ......................... 248
Parking brake .......................................... 194
Parking lights
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217
Wattage................................................... 619
PCS
Function ................................................. 280
Pre-crash braking off switch ......... 281
Warning light ....................................... 544
Personal lights
Switch ....................................................... 418Phone* ........................................................391
Power back door ..................................... 60
Power easy access system .................. 84
Power outlet ........................................... 435
Power windows ........................................ 101
Pre-crash safety system
Function.................................................. 280
Pre-crash braking off switch.......... 281
Warning light....................................... 544
Radar cruise control............................ 234
Radiator .................................................... 478
Radio* ....................................................... 326
RDS ............................................................ 327
Rear fog lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Switch ....................................................... 222
Wattage ................................................... 619
Rear seat
Adjustment ............................................... 77
Folding down .......................................... 77
Rear seat entertainment system*
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs .........................516
Wattage ................................................... 619
Rear view monitor system ................ 263
Rear window defogger* ......................321
Rear window wiper...............................227
Remote Touch*O
P
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