check engine LEXUS RX270 2014 Owner's Guide

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/270_EE
Checking and replacing fuses
If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown.
If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
After a system failure, see “Fuse layout and amperage ratings”
for details about which fuse to check. (→P. 507)
Remove the engine compartment cover. (→P. 4 7 0 )
Open the fuse box cover.
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid off.
Driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.STEP1
STEP2
STEP3
STEP4
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350/270_EE
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level of
replacement varies depending on the bulb. If necessary bulb replacement
seems difficult to perform, contact any authorized Lexus dealer or
repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
For more information about replacing other light bulbs, contact any autho-
rized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
■Preparing for light bulb replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (→P. 6 1 9 )
■Removing the engine compartment covers
→P. 4 7 0
■Turning off the power back door main switch (if equipped).
→P. 6 2
■Front bulb locations
Vehicles with halogen headlights
Headlight high beam Headlight low beam
Front turn signal light
Front fog light
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
●If tire chains are used
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If the spare tire is in a location subject to poor
radio wave signal reception
●Vehicles with a full-size spare tire: If a large metallic object which can interfere
with signal reception is put in the luggage compartment
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, have
it checked by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
■Customization
The vehicle speed linked seat belt reminder buzzer can be disabled.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 2 )
CAUTION
■When the electric power steering system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become extremely heavy.
If the steering wheel becomes heavier than usual when operating, hold firmly and
operate using more force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light comes on
Be sure to observe the following precautions. Failure to do so could cause loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pres-
sure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, change
it with the spare tire and have the flat tire repaired by the nearest authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could
lose control of the steering wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage should occur
The tire pressure warning system may not activate immediately.
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
(RX350)
Indicates that engine oil
level is low
A buzzer also sounds.Check the level of engine
oil, and add if necessary.
(Flashes)
(AWD models)
Indicates that the AWD
system is not currently
functional
A buzzer also sounds.
Reduce vehicle speed or
stop the vehicle in a safe
place until the warnings
clear.
In this case, do not stop
the engine.
(If equipped)
Indicates that the pre-
crash safety system is not
currently functional
because the grille or the
sensor is dirty.
This message also
appears when the pre-
crash safety system is not
functional due to over-
heating.
• Check the grille and the
sensor and clean them if
they are dirty.
• In case of overheating,
the system will become
functional once the sys-
tem cools down.
(If equipped)
Indicates that Lexus
parking assist-sensor is
dirty or covered with ice
A buzzer also sounds.
The site of the malfunc-
tion and the vehicle
image are flashing.
Clean the sensor.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection procedure
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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
(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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EE
Have the malfunction repaired immediately
After taking the specified steps to correct the suspected problem, check
that the warning message and light go off.
Interior
buzzerExterior
buzzerWa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetailsCorrection
procedure
Sounds
once
(Flashes)
The electronic key
is not detected
when an attempt
is made to start
the engine.
Confirm the loca-
tion of the elec-
tronic key.
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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
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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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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
When trouble arises
RX350/270_EEAdd coolant if necessary.
(→P. 4 7 0 )
Water can be used in an emer-
gency if coolant is unavailable.
Start the engine and turn the air conditioning system on to check
that the radiator cooling fans operate and to check for coolant
leaks from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning system is turned on immedi-
ately after a cold start. Confirm that the fans are operating by checking
the fan sound and air flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the air con-
ditioning system on and off repeatedly.
(The fans may not operate in freezing temperatures.)
If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and contact any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the nearest authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
STEP5
STEP6
STEP7
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6-1. Specifications
RX350/270_EE
Lubrication system
RX270
RX350
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing
the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes,
and check the oil level on the dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in your Lexus vehicle. Lexus recom-
mends the use of approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil”. Another motor
oil of matching quality can also be used.
Oil grade:
0W-20, 5W-20, 5W-30 and 10W-30:
API grade SL “Energy-Conserving”, SM “Energy-Conserving” or SN
“Resource-Conserving”; or ILSAC multigrade engine oil
15W-40 and 20W-50:
API grade SL, SM or SN multigrade engine oil
Oil capacity (Drain and
refill  reference*)
With filter
Without filter
4.4 L (4.6 qt., 3.9 Imp. qt.)
4.0 L (4.2 qt., 3.5 Imp. qt.)
Oil capacity
(Drain and refill
 reference*)
With filter
Without filter
6.1 L (6.4 qt., 5.4 Imp. qt.)
5.7 L (6.0 qt., 5.0 Imp. qt.)
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