automatic transmission LEXUS RX350 2015 User Guide

7134-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care 21
PA N E L 10 A Switch illumination, navigation system,
automatic transmission system, audio
system, multi-information display, air
conditioning system, multiplex com-
munication system22
TA I L 10 A Parking lights, front side marker lights,
tail lights, license plate lights, front fog
lights, towing converter23
AIR SUS 20 A24
P-S E AT R H 30 A Power seat (right-side)25
OBD 7. 5 A On-Board diagnosis26
FR DOOR 25 A Front power window (right-side), out-
side rear view mirror27
RR DOOR 25 A Rear power window (right-side)28
FL DOOR 25 A Front power window (left-side), out-
side rear view mirror29
RL DOOR 25 A Rear power window (left-side)30
FR WASH 25 A Windshield wipers and washer31
RR WIP 15 A Windshield wipers and washer32
RR WASH 20 A Windshield wipers and washer33
FR WIP 30 A Windshield wipers and washer
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ECU IG2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, front passenger occupant classi-
fication system, SRS airbag system,
stop lights, electronic controlled
transmission, steering lock systemFuse Ampere Circuit

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When trouble arises
7455-2. Steps to take in an emergency
Have the vehicle inspected immediately.
Failing to investigate the cause of the following warnings may lead to the
system operating abnormally and possibly cause an accident. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately. Warning light Warning light/Details
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) Malfunction indicator lamp
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system
SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
(U.S.A.)
(Canada) ABS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:
•The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
Electric power steering system warning light (warning
buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering)
system

8126-1. Specifications
Electrical system
Automatic transaxle
6-speed models
* : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.
8-speed models
* : The fluid capacity is a reference quantity. If replacement is necessary, contact
your Lexus dealer.Battery
Open voltage* at
68  F (20  C): 12.6  
12.8 V Fully charged
12.2  
12.4 V Half charged
11.8  
12.0 V Discharged
(*: Voltage checked 20 minutes after the engine and
all the lights are turned off)
Charging rates 5 A max.
Fluid capacity
* 2WD 6.9 qt. (6.5 L, 5.7 Imp. qt.)
AW D 7.1 qt. (6.7 L, 5.9 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
Fluid capacity
* 7.2 qt. (6.8 L, 6.0 Imp. qt.)
Fluid type Toyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
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Automatic transmission fluid type
Using automatic transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may
cause deterioration in shift quality, lockin g up of your transmission accompanied by
vibration, and ultimately damage the automatic transm ission of your vehicle.

868Abbreviation list
Abbreviation/Acronym list ABBREVIATIONS MEANING
2WD 2 Wheel Drive
4WD 4 Wheel Drive
A/C Air Conditioning
ABS Anti-lock Brake System
AI-SHIFT Artificial Intelligence Shift control
ALR Automatic Locking Retractor
AW D All Wheel Drive
BSM Blind Spot Monitor
CRS Child Restraint System
DISP Display
ECO Economy/Ecology
ECT Electronic Controlled Transmission
ECU Electronic Control Unit
EDR Event Data Recorder
ELR Emergency Locking Retractor
EPS Electric Power Steering
GAWR Gross Axle Weight Ratings
GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating
GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
I/M Emission Inspection and Maintenance
LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children
LED Light Emitting Diode
MMT Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese Tricarbonyl
M + S Mud and Snow
MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether

871Alphabetical index
Audio system
(Lexus Display Audio system)
Antenna ..................................................380
Audio input ............................................. 412
AUX port ................................................ 412
Bluetooth ®
audio system ............... 414
CD player ............................................. 383
Hands-free system for mobile
phone................................................... 433
iPod .......................................................... 394
MP3/WMA disc ............................... 384
Optimal use.......................................... 428
Portable audio device....................... 412
Radio ...................................................... 368
Steering wheel audio switch........ 430
USB memory ...................................... 402
USB port.................................... 394, 402
Automatic air conditioning system*
Air conditioning filter ....................... 699
Automatic air conditioning
system* ...................................345, 353
Automatic headlight leveling
system ...................................................... 214
Automatic light control system ..........211
Automatic transmission
Automatic transmission............171, 178
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P ..................................... 791
M mode....................................................183
S mode ..................................................... 174
AUX port ...................................... 412, 554
Auxiliary boxes .......................... 606, 627 Back door
Back door .................................................56
Wireless remote control ................... 49
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ..........................719
Wattage ................................................... 817
Battery
Checking ................................................ 681
If the vehicle has a discharged
battery ..................................................796
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................302
Blind Spot Monitor...............................286
Bluetooth ®
audio* .....................414, 530
Bluetooth ®
phone* ................. 433, 560
Bottle holders ........................................ 600
Brake
Fluid............................................................ 814
Parking brake ....................................... 189
Brake assist.............................................. 269
Break-in tips ............................................. 155
BSM............................................................286
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”. B

878Alphabetical index
Rear view mirror
Compass ...............................................638
Inside rear view mirror....................... 92
Outside rear view mirrors ............... 95
Rear view monitor
system* ...................................... 255, 264
Rear window defogger* ..................... 361
Rear window wiper .............................. 224
Remote Touch*
Replacing
Electronic key battery........................701
Fuses ........................................................ 703
Light bulbs............................................... 719
Tires ...........................................................774
Wireless remote control
battery ....................................................701
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners ......................................... 850
Reset the maintenance data............. 657
Roof luggage carrier ........................... 296
Safety Connect*.................................... 642
Scuff lights ................................................595
Seat belts
Adjusting the seat belt........................ 84
Automatic locking retractor............ 85
Child restraint system
installation ..............................................141
Cleaning and maintaining
the seat belts .....................................654
Emergency locking retractor ........ 85
How to wear your seat belt............. 83
How your child should wear
the seat belt .......................................... 85 Pregnant women,
proper seat belt use .........................87
Reminder light...................................... 747
Seat belt extender ................................ 86
Seat belt pretensioners ..................... 84
Seat heaters ............................................ 620
Seat position memory.............................76
Seat ventilators ...................................... 620
Seating capacity..................................... 301
Seats
Adjustment ..................................... 68, 72
Adjustment
precautions .................................... 71, 74
Child seats/child restraint
system installation.............................. 141
Cleaning ................................................ 653
Flatting seat backs ................................69
Head restraint .......................................... 81
Power easy access system ..............78
Properly sitting in the seat................. 117
Seat heaters ......................................... 620
Seat position memory......................... 76
Seat ventilators ................................... 620
Service reminder indicators .............194
Shift lever
Automatic transmission ...........171, 178
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P..................................... 791
Shift lever light ....................................... 595
Shift lock system...................................... 791
Side airbags ............................................... 119
Side marker lights
Switch .......................................................... 211
Side mirror
Adjusting and folding ......................... 95
Mirror position memory .................... 76S

881Alphabetical index
Open door ............................................ 747
Pre-collision system ......................... 745
Pretensioners ...................................... 745
Seat belt reminder light ................... 747
Slip indicator ........................................ 745
SRS airbags .......................................... 745
Tire pressure......................................... 747
Warning messages
Anti-lock brake system .................. 756
Automatic transmission fluid ....... 759
AWD system ...............755, 756, 759
Brake lamp system ........................... 756
Brake system ....................................... 754
Dynamic radar cruise
control system ..................... 756, 759
Electric power steering .................. 756
Engine oil maintenance.................. 759
Engine oil pressure........................... 755
Engine overheat................................. 759
Headlight leveling ............................. 756
Hood ....................................................... 759
Intuitive parking assist ......... 756, 759
Low fuel .................................................. 759
Moon roof ............................................. 759
Open door ........................................... 759
Parking brake ...................................... 759
Pre-collision system ............. 756, 759
Smart access system with
push-button start............................ 766
SRS airbags .......................................... 756
Steering lock ........................................ 756
Washer fluid......................................... 759 Washer
Checking .............................................. 683
Preparing and checking
before winter ....................................302
Switch......................................................... 217
Washing and waxing ...........................650
Weight
Cargo capacity .................................... 301
Load limits .............................................. 301
Weight.................................................... 806
Wheels ...................................................... 697
Window glasses ......................................98
Window lock switch ...............................98
Windows
Power windows .....................................98
Rear window defogger* ................. 361
Washer ..................................................... 217
Windshield wiper de-icer* ...............363
Windshield wipers..................................217
Wireless remote control....................... 49
Wireless remote control key
Replacing the battery........................ 701
WMA disc* .................................. 384, 501
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.