ignition LEXUS RX270 2014 Service Manual

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3-1. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
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Rear window defogger switch
■Operating conditions
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■The outside rear view mirror defoggers
Turning the rear window defogger on will turn the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers on.
CAUTION
■When the outside rear view mirror defoggers are on
Do not touch the outside surface of the rear view mirrors, as they can become very
hot and burn you.
Defoggers are used to defog the rear window, and to remove raindrops,
dew and frost from the outside rear view mirrors.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
Turns the rear window and out-
side rear view mirror defoggers
on/off
The defoggers will automatically
turn off after 15 to 60 minutes.
The operation time changes
according to the ambient tem-
perature and vehicle speed.
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Windshield wiper de-icer∗
■Operating conditions
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
CAUTION
■When the windshield wiper de-icer is on
Do not touch the lower part of the windshield or the side of the front pillars, as the
surfaces can become very hot and burn you.
This feature is used to prevent ice from building up on the windshield and
wiper blades.
Vehicles with a navigation system
Owners of models equipped with a navigation system should refer to
the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Vehicles without a navigation system
Turns the windshield wiper de-
icer on/off
The windshield wiper de-icer
will automatically turn off after
approximately 15 minutes.
∗: If equipped
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3-2. Using the audio system
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Interior features
RX350/270_EE
Registering a portable player
Select “Pair Audio” using , and perform the procedure for regis-
tering a portable player. (→P. 367)
Selecting a portable player to be used
Select “Select Audio” using .
Select the portable player to be used using .
Select “From Car” or “From Audio” using .
If “From Car” is selected, the portable player will be automatically con-
nected whenever the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in either
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
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3-3. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list
Front personal lights (→P. 4 1 8 )
Front interior light (→P. 4 1 8 )
Shift lever light (when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode)
Rear personal lights (→ P. 4 1 8 )
Rear interior light
Door courtesy lights
Scuff lights (if equipped)
Footwell lights
Outer foot lights
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3-5. Other interior features
RX350/270_EE
Clock
■The clock is displayed when
The clock is displayed when the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode.
■When the battery is disconnected
The time display will automatically be set to 1:00.
The clock can be adjusted by pressing the buttons.
Without a navigation system
Adjusts the hours
Adjusts the minutes
With a navigation system
Refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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3-5. Other interior features
RX350/270_EE
■The power outlet can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
NOTICE
■To avoid damaging the power outlets
Close the power outlet lid when the power outlet is not in use.
Foreign objects or liquids that enter the power outlet may cause a short circuit.
■To prevent the fuse from being blown
Do not use an accessory that uses more than 12 V 10 A.
■To prevent battery discharge
Do not use the power outlets longer than necessary when the engine is off.
Luggage compartment
Open the cover.
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3-5. Other interior features
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Interior features
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Heated steering wheel∗
■The heated steering wheel can be used when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■To prevent battery discharge
The heated steering wheel will automatically turn off after about 30 minutes.
■If the indicator light does not come on
If the indicator light does not come on when the switch is pressed, a malfunction
may have occurred in the system. Have the vehicle inspected by any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
∗: If equipped
The heated steering wheel heats the leather portions on the left and right
of the steering wheel.
Turns the heater on/off
The indicator light comes on
when the heater is operating.
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3-5. Other interior features
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Seat heaters and ventilators∗
■Operating condition
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■When not in use
Set the knob at “0”. The indicator light turns off.
The seat heaters and ventilators heat the seats and maintain good airflow
by blowing air from the seats.
■Seat heaters
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
warmer the seat becomes.
■Seat heaters/ventilators
Turns the seat heater on
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
warmer the seat becomes.
Blows air from the seat
The indicator light comes on.
The higher the number is, the
stronger the airflow becomes.
∗: If equipped
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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350/270_EE
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move sud-
denly, become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe the following precaution:
■When working on the engine compartment
●Keep hands, clothing and tools away from the moving fans and engine drive belt.
●Be careful not to touch the engine, radiator, exhaust manifold, etc. right after driv-
ing as they may be hot. Oil and other fluids may also be hot.
●Do not leave anything that may burn easily, such as paper and rags, in the engine
compartment.
●Do not smoke, cause sparks or expose an open flame to fuel or the battery. Fuel
and battery fumes are flammable.
●Be extremely cautious when working on the battery. It contains poisonous and
corrosive sulfuric acid.
●Take care because brake fluid can harm your hands or eyes and damage painted
surfaces.
If fluid gets on your hands or in your eyes, flush the affected area with clean water
immediately.
If you still experience discomfort, consult a doctor.
■When working near the electric cooling fans or radiator grille
Be sure the “ENGINE START STOP” switch is off.
With the “ENGINE START STOP” switch in IGNITION ON mode, the electric
cooling fans may automatically start to run if the air conditioning is on and/or the
coolant temperature is high. (→P. 4 7 8 )
■Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in your eyes
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Maintenance and care
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Initializing the tire pressure warning system
■The tire pressure warning system must be initialized in the following
circumstances:
●When rotating the tires
●When the tire inflation pressure is changed such as when changing
travelling speed or load weight
●When changing the tire size
When the tire pressure warning system is initialized, the current tire
inflation pressure is set as the benchmark pressure.
■How to initialize the tire pressure warning system
Park the vehicle in a safe place and turn the “ENGINE START
STOP” switch off.
While the vehicle is moving, initialization is not performed.
Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. (→P. 6 1 7 )
Make sure to adjust the tire pressure to the specified cold tire inflation
pressure level. The tire pressure warning system will operate based on
this pressure level.
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
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STEP2
STEP3
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