fuel LEXUS RX270 2014 Owner's Guide

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5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350/270_EE
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
For some models, the malfunction indicator lamp will come on if the fuel tank
becomes completely empty. If the fuel tank is empty, refuel the vehicle immediately.
The malfunction indicator lamp will go off after several trips.
If the malfunction indicator lamp does not go off, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon as
possible.
■Front passenger detection sensor, passenger seat belt reminder and warning
buzzer
●If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection
sensor may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound
even if a passenger is not sitting in the seat.
●If a cushion is placed on the seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the
warning light may not operate properly.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficient or the voltage temporarily drops,
the electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning
buzzer may sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not turn off the tire pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural
air leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case,
adjusting the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few min-
utes).
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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
If the engine will not start
If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are
being followed (→P. 180), consider each of the following points.
■The engine will not start, even though the starter motor operates
normally.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle.
●The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting proce-
dures. (→P. 1 8 0 )
●There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system.
(→P. 115)
■The starter motor turns over slowly, the interior lights and head-
lights are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low vol-
ume.
One of the following may be the cause of the problem:
●The battery may be discharged. (→P. 5 9 4 )
●The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
■The starter motor does not turn over.
The engine starting system may be malfunctioning due to an electri-
cal problem such as an open circuit or a blown fuse. However, an
interim measure is available to start the engine. (→P. 588)
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RX350/270_EE
6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)............... 606
Fuel information ..................... 620
6-2. Customization
Customizable features......... 622
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize..................... 633
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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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Vehicle specifications
RX350/270_EE
Engine
RX270
RX350
Fuel
Model1AR-FE
Ty p e4-cylinder in line, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke90.0 × 105.0 mm (3.54 × 4.13 in.)
Displacement2672 cm3 (163.0 cu.in.)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Model2GR-FE
Ty p e6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke94.0 × 83.0 mm (3.70 × 3.27 in.)
Displacement3456 cm3 (210.9 cu.in.)
Drive belt tensionAutomatic adjustment
Fuel type
EU area:
Unleaded gasoline conforming to European standard
EN228 only
Except EU area:
Unleaded gasoline only
Research octane number95 or higher
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference)72 L (19.0 gal., 15.8 Imp. gal.)
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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX350/270_EERecommended viscosity (SAE):
SAE 0W-20 is filled into your
Lexus vehicle at manufacturing,
and the best choice for good fuel
economy and good starting in cold
weather.
If SAE 0W-20 oil is not available,
SAE 5W-30 oil may be used.
However, it should be replaced
with SAE 0W-20 at the next oil
change.
If you use SAE 10W-30 or a
higher viscosity engine oil in
extremely low temperatures, the
engine may become difficult to
start, so SAE 0W-20, 5W-20 or
5W-30 engine oil is recom-
mended.
Oil viscosity (0W-20 is explained here as an example):
• The 0W in 0W-20 indicates the characteristic of the oil which allows cold
startability. Oils with a lower value before the W allow for easier starting of
the engine in cold weather.
• The 20 in 0W-20 indicates the viscosity characteristic of the oil when the
oil is at high temperature. An oil with a higher viscosity (one with a higher
value) may be better suited if the vehicle is operated at high speeds, or
under extreme load conditions.
Temperature range anticipated
before next oil change
Preferred
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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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6-1. Specifications
RX350/270_EE
Fuel information
■Fuel tank opening for unleaded gasoline
To help prevent incorrect fueling, your Lexus has a fuel tank opening that only
accommodates the special nozzle on unleaded fuel pumps.
■If premium gasoline is not available
If this premium type cannot be obtained, you can use unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number as low as 91.
The use of such gasoline may cause the engine to knock or drastically reduce out-
put to protect itself while driving with a heavy load. To avoid this, refill the tank with
premium unleaded gasoline as soon as possible.
■If your engine knocks
●Consult any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional.
●You may occasionally notice light knocking for a short time while accelerating
or driving uphill. This is normal and there is no need for concern.
EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline conforming to European
standard EN228.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
Except EU area:
Your vehicle must use only unleaded gasoline.
For optimum engine performance, select unleaded gasoline with a
Research Octane Number of 95 or higher.
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NOTICE
■Notice on fuel quality
●Do not use improper fuels. If improper fuels are used, the engine will be dam-
aged.
●Do not use leaded gasoline.
Leaded gasoline will cause the three-way catalytic converter to lose its effective-
ness and the emission control system to function improperly.
●Gasoline engine (EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as “E50” or
“E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be used. The use
of these fuels will damage the vehicle's fuel system. In case of any doubt, ask any
authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped pro-
fessional.
●Gasoline engine (except EU area): Bioethanol fuel sold under names such as
“E50” or “E85” and fuel containing a large amount of ethanol should not be
used. Your vehicle can use gasoline mixed with 10% max ethanol. The use of fuel
with more than 10% ethanol content (E10) will damage the vehicle’s fuel system.
You must ensure that refueling is carried out only from a source where fuel speci-
fication and quality can be guaranteed. In case of any doubt, ask any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
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