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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/270_EE
35A/F*110 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
WIP-S*27. 5 ACruise control
36ECU-IG1 NO. 410 A
Adaptive front-lighting system, air
conditioning system, rear window
defogger, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, electric cooling fans
37BK/UP LP7. 5 ABack-up lights
38ECU-IG1 NO. 515 AAir conditioning system
39ECU-IG1 NO. 610 A
Adaptive front-lighting system, head
light cleaner, cruise control, electroni-
cally modulated air suspension, vehi-
cle stability control, air conditioning
system
40EFI NO. 210 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
41F/ P M P*215 A
Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem
42DEICER25 AWindshield wipers and washer
43STOP7. 5 A
Vehicle stability control, vehicle
dynamics integrated management,
stop lights, electronic controlled
transmission, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, shift lock control system,
starter system
44TOW IN G BAT T20 ATr a i l e r b a t t e r y
FuseAmpereCircuit
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5-1. Essential information
RX350/270_EESecurely attach a cable or chain 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 START STOP” switch to
IGNITION ON mode.
For models with electronically modulated air suspension: Change
the vehicle height to “N” mode and end the vehicle height opera-
tion. (
→P. 2 5 6 )
Shift the shift lever to N and release the parking brake.
When the shift lever cannot be shifted: →P. 589
■While towing
If the engine is not running, the power assist for the brakes and steering will not
function, making steering and braking more difficult.
■Wheel nut wrench
Wheel nut wrench is installed in the luggage compartment. (→P. 5 7 2 )
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
STEP8
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5-1. Essential information
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
If you think something is wrong
If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as possible.
■Visible symptoms
●Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
●Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
●Engine coolant temperature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal.
■Audible symptoms
●Changes in exhaust sound
●Excessive tire squeal when cornering
●Strange noises related to the suspension system
●Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■Operational symptoms
●Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
●Appreciable loss of power
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking
●Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road
●Loss of brake effectiveness, spongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
A buzzer sounds and a warning message is shown on the multi-informa-
tion display. Failure to investigate the cause of the following warnings may
lead to the system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident.
Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional immediately.
Warning messageDetails
(AWD models)
Indicates a malfunction in the AWD system
Indicates a malfunction in the steering lock system
(If equipped)
Indicates a malfunction in the electronically modu-
lated air suspension system
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
If you have a flat tire
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire. The flat tire can be replaced with
the spare tire.
■Before jacking up the vehicle
●Stop the vehicle on a hard, flat surface.
●Set the parking brake.
●Shift the shift lever to P.
●Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension:
Turn off the height control. (→P. 2 5 6 )
●Stop the engine.
●Turn on the emergency flashers.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■Using the tire jack
Improper use of the tire jack may cause the vehicle to suddenly fall off the jack,
leading to death or serious injury.
●Do not use the tire jack for any purpose other than replacing tires or installing and
removing tire chains.
●Only use the tire jack that comes with this vehicle for replacing a flat tire.
Do not use it on other vehicles, and do not use other tire jacks for replacing tires
on this vehicle.
●Always check that the tire jack is securely set to the jack point.
●Do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while it is supported by the
jack.
●Do not start or run the engine while your vehicle is supported by the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle while someone is inside.
●When raising the vehicle, do not put an object on or under the jack.
●Do not raise the vehicle to a height greater than that required to replace the tire.
●Use a jack stand if it is necessary to get under the vehicle.
●Vehicles with electronically modulated air suspension: Be sure to turn off the
height control and stop the engine.
Take particular care when lowering the vehicle to ensure that no one working on or
near the vehicle may be injured.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire provided is specifically designed for use
with your vehicle. Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt steering, sudden braking and shifting opera-
tions that cause sudden engine braking.
■When the compact spare tire is attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
●ABS & Brake assist
●VSC
●VSC+ (if equipped)
●TRC
●VDIM (if equipped)
●Lexus parking assist-sensor (if equipped)
●Navigation system (if equipped)
●Cruise control (if equipped)
●Dynamic radar cruise control (if equipped)
●Electronically modulated air suspension (if equipped)
●PCS (Pre-Crash Safety system) (if equipped)
Also, not only can the following system not be utilized fully, but it may even nega-
tively affect the drive-train components:
●AWD system (if equipped)
■Speed limit when using the compact spare tire
Do not drive at speeds in excess of 80 km/h (50 mph) when a compact spare tire is
installed on the vehicle.
The compact spare tire is not designed for driving at high speeds. Failure to observe
this precaution may lead to an accident causing death or serious injury.
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RX350/270_EE
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.)
Dimensions and weights
*1: Unladen vehicles
*2: Vehicles without panoramic roof and roof rails
*3: Vehicles with panoramic roof
*4: Vehicles with roof rails and electronically modulated air suspension
*5: Vehicles with roof rails but without electronically modulated air suspension
*6: RX350 only
Overall length4770 mm (187.8 in.)
Overall width1885 mm (74.2 in.)
Overall height*1
1685 mm (66.3 in.)*2
1690 mm (66.5 in.)*3
1720 mm (67.7 in.)*4
1725 mm (67.9 in.)*5
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 in.)
Tr e a dFront1630 mm (64.1 in.)
Rear1625 mm (64.0 in.)
Gross vehicle mass
RX270
2410 kg (5313 lb.)
RX350
2545 kg (5611 lb.)
Maxi-
mum per-
missible
axle
capacityFront1490 kg (3285 lb.)
Rear1490 kg (3285 lb.)
Drawbar load*680 kg (176 lb.)
To w i n g
capac-
ity
*6
Wi th b rake2000 kg (4409 lb.)
Without brake750 kg (1653 lb.)
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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
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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Alphabetical index
RX350/270_EE
Headlights
Discharge headlight
precautions....................................... 530
Replacing light bulbs......................... 516
Switch ........................................................ 217
Wattage................................................... 619
Head-up display
Display contrast adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Display position adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Head-up display main switch ........ 212
Heaters
Seat heaters .......................................... 439
Side mirror* ............................................ 321
Steering wheel .................................... 437
Height control
Electronically modulated air
suspension ......................................... 256
Hill-start assist control ..........................271
Hood .......................................................... 465
Hooks
Cargo ...................................................... 446
Coat.......................................................... 442
Horn ............................................................ 195
HUD
Display contrast adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Display position adjustment
switch...................................................... 212
Head-up display main switch ........ 212Identification
Engine ..................................................... 607
Vehicle.................................................... 607
Ignition switch ......................................... 180
Illuminated entry system ...................... 417
Immobilizer system ................................. 115
Indicator lights ........................................ 198
Initialization
Items to initialize ................................. 633
Inside rear view mirror .......................... 96
Instrument panel light control
buttons ..................................................... 197
Interior lights
Interior lights .......................................... 417
Switch ........................................................ 418
Wattage ................................................... 619
iPod* .......................................................... 344
Jack
Positioning a floor jack ................... 466
Vehicle-equipped jack....................572
Jack handle ............................................. 572I
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