air conditioning LEXUS RX350 2015 Owner's Guide

6664-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
CAUTIONThe 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 precautions: ■
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 easi ly, 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.■
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. 6 7 8 )■
Safety glasses
Wear safety glasses to prevent flying or falling material, fluid spray, etc. from getting
in your eyes.
NOTICE■
If you remove the air cleaner filter
Driving with the air cleaner filter removed may cause excessive engine wear due to
dirt in the air.

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Maintenance and care Air conditioning filter The air conditioning filter must be changed regularly to maintain air condi-
tioning efficiency.
■ Removal method
Turn the “ENGINE START STOP” switch off.
Open the glove box. Lift and
remove the partition.
Remove the glove box cover.STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3

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Checking interval
Inspect and replace the air conditioning filter according to the maintenance sched-
ule. In dusty areas or areas with heavy traffic flow, early replacement may be
required. (For scheduled maintenance information, please refer to the “Owner's
Manual Supplement” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.)■
If air flow from the vents decreases dramatically
The filter may be clogged. Check the filter and replace if necessary.
NOTICE
■
To prevent damage to the system
When using the air conditioning system, make sure that a filter is always installed.Remove the filter cover.
Remove the air conditioning fil-
ter and replace it with a new
one. The “  UP” mark shown on the
filter should be pointing up.STEP 4
STEP 5

7064-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Fuse layout and amperage ratings
■ Engine compartment
Fuse Ampere Circuit1
RDI FAN NO. 1 80 A Electric cooling fans2
RR DEF 50 A Rear window defogger3
AIR SUS 50 A4
HEATER 50 A Air conditioning system5
SPARE 30 A6
SPARE 40 A7
ABS NO. 2 30 A Vehicle stability control8
H-LP CLN 30 A Headlight cleaner9
PBD 30 A Power back door10
ST 30 A Starter system
11
PD 50 A A/F, H-LP RH HI, H-LP LH LO, H-LP
RH LO, H-LP LH HI, HORN, S-
HORN
12
ABS NO. 1 50 A Vehicle stability control

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ETCS 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem24
RAD NO. 1 10 A Audio system, navigation system25
AM2 7. 5 A Starter system26
ECU-B NO. 2 7. 5 A Air conditioning system, front passen-
ger occupant classification system,
audio system, vehicle stability control
system, power windows27
MAYDAY/TEL 7. 5 A MAYDAY/TEL28
IMMOBI 7. 5 A IMMOBI29
ALT-S 7. 5 A Charging system30
DRL 7. 5 A Daytime running light system31
IGN 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem32
DOME 10 A Vanity mirror lights, luggage compart-
ment lights, interior lights, personal
lights, door courtesy lights, footwell
lights, scuff lights
33
ECU-B NO. 1 10 A Tilt and telescopic steering, multiplex
communication system, meters and
gauges, driving position memory,
power seats, power back door, head-
up display, starter system, outside rear
view mirror, steering sensor, garage
door openerFuse Ampere Circuit

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Maintenance and care 34
EFI NO. 1 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem, electronic controlled transmis-
sion35
WIP-S 7. 5 A Cruise control36
ECU-IG1 NO. 4 10 A Air conditioning system, rear window
defogger, vehicle stability control sys-
tem, electric cooling fans37
BK/UP LP 7. 5 A Back-up lights38
ECU-IG1 NO. 5 15 A Air conditioning system39
ECU-IG1 NO. 6 10 A Head light cleaner, cruise control,
vehicle stability control, air condition-
ing system, Blind Spot Monitor40
EFI NO. 2 10 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem41
F/ P M P 15 A Multiport fuel injection system/
sequential multiport fuel injection sys-
tem42
DEICER 25 A Windshield wipers and washer
43
STOP 7. 5 A Vehicle stability control, vehicle
dynamics integrated management,
stop lights, electronic controlled
transmission, multiport fuel injection
system/sequential multiport fuel injec-
tion system, shift lock control system,
starter system
44
TOW I N G BAT T 20 A Trailer battery
45
TOW I N G 30 A Trailer lightsFuse Ampere Circuit

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Maintenance and care ■ Driver’s side instrument panel
Fuse Ampere Circuit1
P/ P O I N T 15 A Po w e r o u t l e t2
ECU-ACC 10 A Navigation system, air conditioning
system, audio system, multiplex com-
munication system, multi-information
display, head-up display3
CIG 15 A Po w e r o u t l e t4
RADIO NO. 2 7. 5 A Audio system, navigation system5
GAUGE NO. 1 10 A Emergency flashers, navigation sys-
tem, head-up display, air conditioning
system, charging system
6
ECU-IG1 NO. 3 10 A Outside rear view mirror, windshield
wipers and washer, seat heaters,
starter system, power outlet, moon
roof, air conditioning system

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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
34
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

7425-1. Essential information
If you think something is wrong If you notice any of the following symptoms, your vehicle probably needs
adjustment or repair. Contact your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
■ Visible symptoms
● Fluid leaks under the vehicle.
(Water dripping from the air conditioning after use is normal.)
● Flat-looking tires or uneven tire wear
● Engine coolant temper ature gauge needle continually points
higher than normal.
■ Audible symptoms
● Changes in exhaust sound
● Excessive tire squeal when cornering
● Strange noises related to the suspension system
● Pinging or other noises related to the engine
■ Operational symptoms
● Engine missing, stumbling or running rough
● Appreciable loss of power
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when braking.
● Vehicle pulls heavily to one side when driving on a level road.
● Loss of brake effectiveness, sp ongy feeling, pedal almost touches
the floor

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When trouble arises
7995-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle overheats
Correction procedures
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the air conditioning
system, and then stop the engine.
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
Radiator
Cooling fans If a large amount of coolant leaks,
immediately contact your Lexus
dealer.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it
is between the “FULL” and “LOW”
lines on the reservoir.
Reservoir
“FULL” line
“LOW” line
Radiator capThe following may indicate that your vehicle is overheating.
● “ENGINE OVERHEAT” is shown on the multi-information display.
● Steam comes out from under the hood. STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4