maintenance LEXUS RX270 2014 Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
RX350/270_EE
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1Before drivingAdjusting and operating features such as door locks, mirrors,
and steering column.
2When drivingDriving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior featuresAir conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance and
careCleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-
yourself maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arisesWhat to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire, or
is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specificationsDetailed vehicle information.
IndexAlphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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3-4. Using the storage features
List of storage features .............. 420
• Glove box ..................................... 421
• Bottle holders/
door pockets ............................... 422
• Cup holders................................. 423
• Console box................................ 426
• Coin holder ................................. 427
• Auxiliary box ............................... 428
• Under tray .................................... 429
3-5. Other interior features
Sun visors........................................ 430
Vanity mirror................................... 431
Clock................................................. 432
Outside temperature
display ............................................ 433
Multi-display light control......... 434
Power outlets ................................. 435
Heated steering wheel............... 437
Seat heaters and
ventilators ..................................... 439
Armrest ............................................. 441
Coat hooks ..................................... 442
Assist grips...................................... 443
Floor mat.......................................... 444
Luggage compartment
features.......................................... 4464-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior................... 452
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .................... 455
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements.............................. 458
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ................................... 461
Hood ................................................. 465
Positioning a floor jack............... 466
Engine compartment.................. 468
Tires ................................................... 483
Tire inflation pressure................. 495
Wheels ............................................. 497
Air conditioning filter.................. 499
Electronic key battery ................. 501
Checking and replacing
fuses ............................................... 504
Light bulbs ........................................ 516
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5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers..................... 532
If your vehicle needs to
be towed ....................................... 533
If you think something
is wrong .......................................... 541
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 542
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns
on or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 543
If a warning message is
displayed....................................... 552
If you have a flat tire..................... 572
If the engine will not start .......... 587
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ............................. 589
If you lose your keys ................... 590
If the electronic key does not
operate properly ........................ 591
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ................................... 594
If your vehicle overheats .......... 598
If the vehicle becomes
stuck................................................. 601
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency.................................. 6036-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.)..................... 606
Fuel information ............................ 620
6-2. Customization
Customizable features .............. 622
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ........................... 633
Abbreviation ......................................... 636
Alphabetical index .............................. 637
What to do if... ...................................... 650
5When trouble arises6Vehicle specifications
Index
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type engine immobilizer system.
■Conditions that may cause the system to malfunction
●If the grip portion of the key is in contact with a metallic object
●If the key is in close proximity to or touching a key to the security system (key
with a built-in transponder chip) of another vehicle
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1-6. Theft deterrent system
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Canceling the intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP”
switch off and press the intrusion
sensor and tilt sensor cancel
switch.
A message will be shown on the
multi-information display in the
instrument cluster.
The intrusion sensor and tilt sensor
will revert to on each time the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is
turned to IGNITION ON mode.
■System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.
■Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the
following:
●Nobody is in the vehicle.
●The windows and moon roof are closed before the alarm is set.
●No valuables or other personal items are left in the vehicle.
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2-5. Driving information
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NOTICE
■To prevent water damage
Take all necessary safety measures to ensure that water damage to the engine or
other components does not occur.
●Water entering the engine air intake will cause severe engine damage.
●Water entering the automatic transmission will cause deterioration in shift quality,
locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately dam-
age.
●Water can wash the grease from wheel bearings, causing rusting and premature
failure, and may also enter the differentials, transmission and transfer case (AWD
models), reducing the gear oil’s lubricating qualities.
■When you drive through water
If driving through water, such as when crossing shallow streams, first check the
depth of the water and the bottom of the stream for firmness. Drive slowly and avoid
deep water.
■Inspection after off-road driving
●Sand and mud that has accumulated around brake discs may affect braking effi-
ciency and may damage brake system components.
●Always perform a maintenance inspection after each day of off-road driving that
has taken you through rough terrain, sand, mud, or water.
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2-5. Driving information
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■Tire info rmat ion
●Ensure that your vehicle’s tires are properly inflated. Adjust the tire pressure to
the recommended pressure. (→P. 6 1 7 )
●Increase the air pressure of the trailer tires in accordance with the total trailer
weight and according to the values recommended by the manufacturer of your
trailer.
■Trailer lights
●Check that the turn signal lights and stoplights are operating correctly every
time you hitch up the trailer. Directly wiring up to your vehicle may damage the
electrical system and stop the lights from functioning correctly.
●Please consult at any authorized dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional when installing trailer lights, as incorrect installation
may cause damage to the vehicle’s lights. Please take care to comply with your
state’s laws when installing trailer lights.
■Break-in schedule
Lexus recommends that vehicles fitted with new power train components should
not be used for towing trailers for the first 800 km (500 miles).
■Safety checks before towing
●Check that the maximum load limit for the towing hitch/bracket hitch ball is not
exceeded. Bear in mind that the coupling weight of the trailer will add to the
load exerted on the vehicle. Also make sure that you will not be towing a load
that exceeds the maximum permissible axle capacity.
●Ensure that the trailer load is secure.
●Supplementary outside rear view mirrors should be added to the vehicle if the
traffic behind cannot be clearly seen with standard mirrors. Adjust the extend-
ing arms of these mirrors on both sides of the vehicle so that they always provide
maximum visibility of the road behind.
■Maintenance
●Maintenance must be performed more frequently when using the vehicle for
towing due to the greater weight burden placed on the vehicle compared to
normal driving.
●Retighten all bolts securing the hitching ball and bracket after towing for
approximately 1000 km (600 miles).
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior............. 452
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior .............. 455
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements ........................ 458
4-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ............................ 461
Hood .......................................... 465
Positioning a floor jack.......... 466
Engine compartment ............ 468
Tires ........................................... 483
Tire inflation pressure ........... 495
Wheels ...................................... 497
Air conditioning filter............ 499
Electronic key battery ........... 501
Checking and replacing
fuses........................................ 504
Light bulbs ................................. 516
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior
■Automatic car washes
●Before washing the vehicle:
•Fold the mirrors.
• Turn off the power back door system (if equipped).
●Brushes used in automatic car washes may scratch the vehicle surface and
harm your vehicle’s paint.
●In certain automatic car washes, the rear spoiler may interfere with machine
operation. This may prevent the vehicle from being cleaned properly or result in
damage to the rear spoiler.
■High pressure car washes
●Do not allow the nozzles of the car wash to come within close proximity of the
windows and the air suspension unit (if equipped).
●Before using the car wash, check that the fuel filler door on your vehicle is
closed properly.
Perform the following to protect the vehicle and maintain it in prime condi-
tion:
●Working from top to bottom, liberally apply water to the vehicle
body, wheel wells and underside of the vehicle to remove any dirt
and dust.
●Wash the vehicle body using a sponge or soft cloth, such as a
chamois.
●For hard-to-remove marks, use car wash soap and rinse thor-
oughly with water.
●Wipe away any water.
●Wax the vehicle when the waterproof coating deteriorates.
If water does not bead on a clean surface, apply wax when the vehicle
body is cool.
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■Aluminum wheels
●Remove any dirt immediately by using a neutral detergent. Do not use hard
brushes or abrasive cleaners. Do not use strong or harsh chemical cleaners.
Use the same mild detergent and wax as used on the paint.
●Do not use detergent on the wheels when they are hot, for example after driving
for long distance in the hot weather.
●Wash detergent from the wheels immediately after use.
■Bumpers
Do not scrub with abrasive cleaners.
CAUTION
■When cleaning the windshield
●When the upper part of the windshield where the raindrop sensor is located is
touched by hand
●When a wet rag or similar is held close to the raindrop sensor
●If something bumps against the windshield
●If you directly touch the raindrop sensor body or if something bumps into the
raindrop sensor
■Precautions regarding the exhaust pipe
Exhaust gasses cause the exhaust pipe to become quite hot.
When washing the vehicle, be careful not to touch the pipe until it has cooled suffi-
ciently, as touching a hot exhaust pipe can cause burns.
Set the wiper switch to off.
If the wiper switch is in , the wipers
may operate unexpectedly in the following
situations, and may result in hands being
caught or other serious injuries and cause
damage to the wiper blades.
Off
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