lock LEXUS RX350 2011 Repair Manual

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Before driving
Head restraints
nRemoving the head restraints
nInstalling the head restraints
Head restraints are provided for all seats.
Up
Pull the head restraints up.
Down
Push the head restraint down
while pressing the lock release
button.
Lock release button
Pull the head restraint up while pressing the
lock release button.
Align the head restraint with the installation
holes and push it down to the lock position.
Press and hold the lock release button when
lowering the head restraint.

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nAdjusting the height of the head restraints (front seats)
nAdjusting the rear seat head restraints
Always raise the head restraints to the uppermost lock position during use.
CAUTION
nHead restraint precautions
Observe the following precautions regarding the head restraints. Failure to do so
may result in death or serious injury.
lUse the head restraints designed for each respective seat.
lAdjust the head restraints to the correct position at all times.
lAfter adjusting the head restraints, push down on them and make sure they are
locked in position.
lDo not drive with the head restraints removed.
Make sure that the head restraints are
adjusted so that the center of the head
restraint is closest to the top of your ears.

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Pre-collision seat belts (front seats of vehicles with pre-collision system)
If the pre-collision sensor detects that a collision is unavoidable, the pre-
collision system will retract the seat belt, thus enhancing the effectiveness
of the seat belt pretensioner in a crash.
The same will happen if the driver makes an emergency braking or loses con-
trol of the vehicle. (→P. 2 4 0 )
nEmergency locking retractor (ELR)
The retractor will lock the belt during a sudden stop or on impact. It may also lock if
you lean forward too quickly. To allow the belt to extend, retract the belt and then
pull it slowly.
nAutomatic locking retractor (ALR)
When a passenger's shoulder belt is completely extended and then retracted even
slightly, the belt is locked in that position and cannot be extended. This feature is
used to hold the child restraint system (CRS) firmly. To free the belt again, fully
retract the belt and then pull the belt out once more. (→P. 1 3 1 )
nPregnant women
Obtain medical advice and wear the seat belt
in the proper way. (→P. 7 5 )
Women who are pregnant should position
the lap belt as low as possible over the hips in
the same manner as other occupants. Extend
the shoulder belt completely over the shoul-
der and position the belt across the chest.
Avoid belt contact over the round part of the
abdominal area.
If the seat belt is not worn properly, not only
the pregnant woman, but also the fetus could
suffer death or serious injury as a result of
sudden braking or a collision.

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Before driving
CAUTION
nChild restraint lock function belt precaution
Do not allow children to play with the child restraint lock function belt. If the belt
becomes twisted around a child’s neck, it will not be possible to pull the belt out
leading to choking or other serious injuries that could result in death.
If this occurs and the buckle cannot be unfastened, scissors should be used to cut
the belt.
nSeat belt damage and wear
lDo not damage the seat belts by allowing the belt, plate, or buckle to be jammed
in the door.
lInspect the seat belt system periodically. Check for cuts, fraying, and loose parts.
Do not use a damaged seat belt until it is replaced. Damaged seat belts cannot
protect an occupant from death or serious injury.
lEnsure that the belt and tab are locked and the belt is not twisted.
If the seat belt does not function correctly, immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
lReplace the seat assembly, including the belts, if your vehicle has been involved in
a serious accident, even if there is no obvious damage.
lDo not attempt to install, remove, modify, disassemble or dispose of the seat belts.
Have any necessary repairs carried out by your Lexus dealer. Inappropriate han-
dling of the pretensioner may prevent it from operating properly, resulting in
death or serious injury.
nUsing a seat belt comfort guide
Failure to observe the following precautions could reduce the effectiveness of the
seat belt in an accident, causing death or serious injury.
lMake sure the belt is not twisted and that it lies flat. The elastic cord must be
behind the belt and the guide must be on the front.
lTo reduce the chance of injury in case of a sudden stop, sudden swerve or acci-
dent while driving, remove and store the comfort guide in its pocket when it is not
in use.
lAlways make sure the shoulder belt is positioned across the center of the shoul-
der. The belt should be kept away from the neck, and should not fall off the shoul-
der.

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Automatically folding and extending the mirrors (if equipped)
nUsing the switch
Press the switch to fold the mirrors.
Press it again to return them.
nSetting automatic mode
Automatic mode allows the folding
or extending of the mirrors to be
linked to locking/unlocking of the
doors.
Press the “AUTO” button to set
automatic mode.
The indicator will come on.
Indicator
nMirror angle can be adjusted when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode.
nLinked mirror function when reversing
The outside rear view mirrors will automatically angle downwards when the vehicle
is reversing in order to give a better view of the ground. This function only operates
when either the “L” or “R” mirror select button is selected.
nWhen the mirrors are fogged up
Turn on the mirror defoggers to defog the mirrors. (→P. 2 8 1 )

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Power windows
Window lock switch
Press the switch to lock the pas-
senger window switches.
The indicator will come on.
Use this switch to prevent children
from accidentally opening or clos-
ing a passenger window.
The passenger windows can still be
opened and closed using the
power window switches on the
driver’s side even if the lock switch
is on.
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch moves the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing*
Opening
One-touch opening*
*: Pushing the switch in the oppo-
site direction will stop window
travel partway.
Indicator

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nDoor lock linked window operation
lThe power windows can be opened and closed using the mechanical key.
(→P. 581)
lThe power windows can be opened using the wireless remote control. (→P. 4 3 )
nWhen the battery is disconnected
The window lock switch is disabled. If necessary, press the window lock switch after
reconnecting the battery.
nCustomization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 1 )
CAUTION
nClosing the windows
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
lCheck to make sure that all passengers do not have any part of their body in a
position where it could be caught when a window is being operated.
lDo not allow children to operate the power windows.
Closing a power window on someone can cause serious injury, and in some
instances, even death.
nJam protection function
lNever use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection func-
tion.
lThe jam protection function may not work if something gets caught just before
the window fully closes. Also, the jam protection does not operate when the
power window switch is pulled up continually to close the windows.

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nThe moon roof can be operated when
The “ENGINE START STOP” switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
nOperating the moon roof after turning the engine off
The moon roof can be operated for approximately 45 seconds even after the
“ENGINE START STOP” switch is turned to ACCESSORY mode or turned off. It
cannot, however, be operated once either front door is opened.
nJam protection function
If an object is detected between the moon roof and the frame while closing or tilting
down, travel is stopped and the moon roof opens slightly.
nSunshade
The sunshade can be opened and closed manually. However, the sunshade will
open automatically when the moon roof is opened.
nDoor lock linked moon roof operation
lThe moon roof can be opened and closed using the mechanical key. (→P. 5 8 1 )
lThe moon roof can be opened using the wireless remote control. (→P. 4 3 )

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Before driving
nWhen the moon roof does not close normally
Perform the following procedure:
lIf the moon roof closes but then re-opens slightly
Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “CLOSE” switch.*1
The moon roof will close, reopen and pause for approximately 10 sec-
onds.*2 Then it will close again, tilt up and pause for approximately 1 sec-
ond. Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.
lIf the moon roof tilts down but then tilts back up
Stop the vehicle.
Press and hold the “UP” switch*1 until the moon roof moves into the tilt up
position and stops.
Release the “UP” switch once and then press and hold the “UP” switch
again.*1
The moon roof will pause for approximately 10 seconds in the tilt up posi-
tion.*2 Then it will adjust slightly and pause for approximately 1 second.
Finally, it will tilt down, open and close.
Check to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then
release the switch.
*1: If the switch is released at the incorrect time, the procedure will have
to be performed again from the beginning.
*2: If the switch is released after the above mentioned 10 second pause,
automatic operation will be disabled. In that case, press and hold the
“CLOSE” or “UP” switch, and the moon roof will tilt up and pause for
approximately 1 second. Then it will tilt down, open and close. Check
to make sure that the moon roof is completely closed and then release
the switch.
If the moon roof does not fully close even after performing the above procedure
correctly, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
nCustomization
Settings (e.g. linked door lock operation) can be changed.
(Customizable features →P. 6 2 1 )
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Before driving
Alarm
The system sounds the alarm and flashes the lights when forcible entry is
detected.
nTriggering of the alarm
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is
set:
lA locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using
the entry function, wireless remote control or mechanical key.
lThe hood is opened.
lSome models: The back door window is tapped or broken.
nSetting the alarm system
Close the doors and hood, and
lock all the doors.
The system will be set automati-
cally after 30 seconds.
The indicator light changes from
being on to flashing when the
system is set.
nDeactivating or stopping the alarm
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarms:
lUnlock the doors.
lTurn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch to ACCESSORY or
IGNITION ON mode, or start the engine. (The alarm will be
deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)