light LEXUS RX350 2016 Owners Manual

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Programming HomeLink ®
Press and release the HomeLink ®
button you want to program and check
that the HomeLink ®
indicator light flashes (orange).Pe r f o r m
within 60 seconds of
, or the indicator light will stop flashing and
programming will not be able to be completed.
Point the remote control transmit-
ter for the device at the rear view
mirror, 1 to 3 in. (25 to 75 mm)
from the HomeLink ®
buttons.Keep the HomeLink ®
indicator light
in view while programming. 
For U.S.A. owners
Press and hold the handheld
transmitter button until the
HomeLink ®

indicator light
changes from slowly flashing
orange to rapidly flashing green
(rolling code) or continuously lit
green (fixed code), then release
the button. 
Programming an entry gate (for U.S. A. owners)/Programming a device in
the Canadian market
Press and release the remote control transmitter button at 2 second inter-
vals, repeatedly, until the HomeLink ®
indicator light changes from slowly
flashing (orange) to rapidly flashing (green) (rolling code) or continuously
lit (green) (fixed code).
Te s t t h e H o m e L i n k ®

operation by pressing the newly programmed button
and observing the indicator light: ●
Device with fixed code: If the indi cator light is solid/continuous, pro-
gramming has been completed and your garage door or other device
should operate when the HomeLink ®

button is pressed and released.●
Device with rolling code: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, your
garage door opener motor (or other device) is equipped with a rolling
code. Complete the programming process by firmly pressing and hold-
ing the programmed HomeLink ®

button for 2 seconds and then release
the button. 1 3 1
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Enabling 2-way communication with a garage door (only available for com-
patible devices)
When enabled, 2-way communication allows you to check the status of the
opening and closing of a garage door through indicators in your vehicle.
2-way communication is only available if the garage door opener motor used
is a compatible device. (To check device compatibility, refer to
www.HomeLink.com.)
Within 5 seconds after programming the garage door opener has been
completed, if the garage door opener motor is trained to HomeLink ®
,
both garage door operation indicators will flash rapidly (green) and the
light on the garage door opener motor will blink twice, indicating that
2-way communication is enabled.
If the indicators do not flash, perform and within the first 10 presses of
the HomeLink ®

button after programming has been completed.
Press a programmed HomeLink ®
button to operate a garage door.
Within 1 minute of pressing the HomeLink ®

button, after the garage door
operation has stopped, press the “Learn” or “Smart” button on the garage
door opener motor. Within 5 second s of the establishment of 2-way com-
munication with the garage door opener, both garage door operation indi-
cators in the vehicle will flash rapidly (green) and the light on the garage
door opener motor will blink twice, indicating that 2-way communication is
enabled.■
Reprogramming a single HomeLink ®
button
When the following procedure is performed, buttons which already have
devices registered to them can be overwritten:
With one hand, press and hold the desired HomeLink ®
button.
When the HomeLink ®
indicator starts flashing (orange), continue to hold
the HomeLink ®
button and perform “Programming HomeLink ®
” (it
takes 20 seconds for the HomeLink ®
indicator to start flashing).
Press the appropriate HomeLink ®
button. The HomeLink ®
indicator light
should turn on.Operating HomeLink ®1
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2
3
1
2
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RX350_U_OM48E90U Press and hold the 2 outside buttons for
10 seconds until the HomeLink ®

indi-
cator light changes from continuously
lit (orange) to rapidly flashing (green). If you sell your vehicle, be sure to erase
the programs stored in the HomeLink ®
memory. ■
Codes stored in the HomeLink ®
memory●
The registered codes are not erased even if the battery cabl e is disconnected.●
If learning failed when registerin g a different code to a HomeLink ®
button that already
has a code registered to it, the already registered code will not be erased. ■
Before programming ●
Install a new battery in the transmitter. ●
The battery side of the transmitter must be pointed away from the HomeLink ®
.■
Certification for the garage door opener 
For vehicles sold in the U.S.A.
NOTE:
This device complies with part 15 of the FC C Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not caus e harmful interference, and (2) this device
must accept any interference received, incl uding interference that may cause undesired
operation.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 
For vehicles sold in Canada
NOTE:
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two co nditions: (1) this device may not cause inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that
may cause undesired operation of the device.
REMARQUE:
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada applicables aux appar-
eils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes:
(1) l’appareil ne doit pas produire de brou illage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil doit
accepter tout brouillage radioé lectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en
compromettre le fonctionnement. ■
When support is necessary
Visit on the web at www.homelink.com
or call 1-800-355-3515.Erasing the entire HomeLink ®
memory (all three codes)

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RX350_U_OM48E90U Microphone
“SOS” button
LED light indicatorsLEXUS Enform Safety Connect 
 : If equippedSafety Connect is a subscription-based telematics service that uses Global
Positioning System (GPS) data and embe dded cellular techno logy to provide
safety and security features to subscribers. Safety Connect is supported by
Lexus’ designated response center, wh ich operates 24 hours per day, 7 days
per week.
Safety Connect service is available by su bscription on select, telematics hard-
ware-equipped vehicles.
By using the Safety Connect service, yo u are agreeing to be bound by the
Telematics Subscription Service Agreement and its Terms and Conditions, as
in effect and amended from time to time, a current copy of which is available
at Lexus.com. All use of the Safety Connect service is subject to such then-
applicable Terms and Conditions.
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Safety Connect Services Information ●
Phone calls using the vehicles Bluetooth ®
technology will not be possible during Safety
Connect. ●
Safety Connect is available beginning Fall 2009 on select Lexus models. Contact with
the Safety Connect response center is dependent upon the telematics device being in
operative condition, cellular connection ava ilability, and GPS satellite signal reception,
which can limit the ability to reach the resp onse center or receive emergency service
support. Enrollment and Telematics Subscr iption Service Agreement required. A vari-
ety of subscription terms is available; ch arges vary by subscription term selected.●
Automatic Collision Notification, Emergency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle Location
will function in the United States, including Hawaii and Alaska, and in Canada, and
Enhanced Roadside Assistance will function in the United States (except Hawaii) and in
Canada. No Safety Connect services will function outside of the United States in coun-
tries other than Canada. ●
Safety Connect services are not subject to section 255 of the Telecommunications Act
and the device is not TTY compatible. ■
Languages
The Safety Connect resp onse center will offer support in multiple languages. The Safety
Connect system will offer voice prompts in English and Spanish. Please indicate your lan-
guage of choice when enrolling. ■
When contacting the response center
You may be unable to contact the resp onse center if the network is busy.
When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the red indicator
light comes on for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward, the green indicator light
comes on, indicating that the service is active.
The following indicator light patterns indicate specific system usage conditions: ●
Green indicator light on = Active service ●
Green indicator light flashing = Safety Connect call in process ●
Red indicator light (except at vehicle start-up) = System malfunction (contact
your Lexus dealer) ●
No indicator light (off) = Safety Connect service not activeSafety Connect LED light Indicators

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7Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U 7-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior .................556
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior ................... 561
7-2. Maintenance
Maintenance
requirements .............................564
General maintenance ..............566
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs ....................................569 7-3. Do-it-yourself
maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions ................................ 570
Hood ............................................... 572
Positioning a floor jack ............. 573
Engine compartment ................ 574
Tires ..................................................584
Tire inflation pressure ............... 593
Wheels ........................................... 596
Air conditioning filter ...............598
Windshield wiper inserts ......... 601
Electronic key battery ..............603
Checking and replacing
fuses ..............................................605
Headlight aim ............................. 608
Light bulbs...................................... 610

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Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U NOTICE ■
To prevent paint deterioration and corrosio n on the body and components (aluminum
wheels etc.) ●
Wash the vehicle immediately in the following cases:
• After driving near the sea coast
• After driving on salted roads
• If coal tar or tree sap is present on the paint surface
• If dead insects, insect droppings or bird droppings are present on the paint surface
• After driving in an area contaminated wi th soot, oily smoke, mine dust, iron pow-
der or chemical substances
• If the vehicle becomes heavily soiled with dust or mud
• If liquids such as benzene and gaso line are spilled on the paint surface●
If the paint is chipped or scratche d, have it repaired immediately.●
To prevent the wheels from corroding, remo ve any dirt and store in a place with low
humidity when storing the wheels. ■
Cleaning the exterior lights ●
Wash carefully. Do not use organic substances or scrub with a hard brush.
This may damage the su rfaces of the lights.●
Do not apply wax to the surfaces of the lights.
Wax may cause damage to the lenses. ■
When using an automatic car wash (vehicle s with rain-sensing windshield wipers)
Set the wiper switch to the off position.
If the wiper switch is in “AUTO”, the wipers may operate and the wiper blades may be
damaged.

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Cleaning detergents ●
Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehicle interior
or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline, alkaline or
acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, su ch as thinner, benzene, and alcohol●
Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other interior part’s
painted surface may be damaged. ■
Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration of leather
surfaces: ●
Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately. ●
Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time. Park the
vehicle in the shade, especially during summer. ●
Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the upholstery, as they
may stick to the leather su rface if the vehicle interior heats up significantly.■
Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system ma y be damaged if water comes into contact
with electrical components such as the au dio system above or under the floor of the
vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust. ■
When cleaning the inside of the windshie ld (vehicles with Lexus Safety System+)
Do not allow glass cleaner to contact the lens. Also, do not touch the lens.
(  P. 283, 293) ■
Cleaning the inside of the rear window ●
Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause damage to the
rear window defogger heater wires or antenna. Use a cloth dampened with luke-
warm water to gently wipe the window cl ean. Wipe the window in strokes running
parallel to the heater wires or antenna. ●
Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires or antenna.

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RX350_U_OM48E90U * : Vehicles with sing le-beam headlightsVehicle interior Items Check points
Accelerator pedal • The accelerator pedal should move smoothly (with-
out uneven pedal effort or catching).
Automatic transmission
“Park” mechanism • When parked on a slope and the shift lever is in P, is
the vehicle securely stopped?
Brake pedal • Does the brake pedal move smoothly?
• Does the brake pedal have appropriate clearance
from the floor? (  P. 6 8 0 )
• Does the brake pedal have the correct amount of
free play? (  P. 6 8 0 )
Brakes • The vehicle should not pull to one side when the
brakes are applied.
• The brakes should work effectively.
• The brake pedal should not feel spongy.
• The brake pedal should not get too close to the floor
when the brakes are applied.
Head restraints • Do the head restraints move smoothly and lock
securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Do the indicators and buzzers function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
• Are the headlights aimed correctly?
* (  P. 6 0 8 )
Parking brake • Does the parking brake switch operate normally?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on,
is the vehicle securely stopped?
Seat belts •Do the seat belt s operate smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be damaged.
Seats • Do the seat controls operate properly?
Steering wheel • Does the steering wheel rotate smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of
free play?
• There should not be an y strange sounds coming
from the steering wheel.

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RX350_U_OM48E90U 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct proce-
dure as given in these sections. Items Pa r t s a n d t o o l s
Battery condition
(  P. 5 8 1 ) •Warm water • Baking soda •Grease
• Conventional wrench (for terminal clamp bolts)
Brake fluid level
(  P. 5 8 0 ) • FMVSS No.116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703 brake fluid
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding brake fluid)
Engine coolant level
(  P. 5 7 8 ) • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” or a similar high quality
ethylene glycol-based non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite
and non-borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic acid
technology
For the U.S.A.:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 50%
coolant and 50% deionized water.
For Canada:
“Toyota Super Long Life Coolant” is pre-mixed with 55%
coolant and 45% deionized water.
• Funnel (used only for adding engine coolant)
Engine oil level
(  P. 5 7 5 ) • “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
• Rag or paper towel
• Funnel (used only for adding engine oil)
Fuses (  P. 6 0 5 ) • Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Headlight aim
*(  P. 6 0 8 ) • Phillips-head screwdriver
Light bulbs
(  P. 6 1 0 ) • Bulb with same number and wattage rating as original
•Flathead screwdriver •Wrench
Radiator and con-
denser (  P. 5 7 9 ) 