fuse LEXUS RX350 2016 User Guide

6057-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U Turn the engine switch off.
Open the fuse box cover. 
Engine compartment
Push the tab in and lift the lid off. 
Driver’s side instrument panel
Remove the lid.Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If
this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. 1
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606 7-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RX350_U_OM48E90U Remove the fuse with the pullout
tool.
Only some fuses can be removed
using the pullout tool.
Check if the fuse is blown.
Normal fuse
Blown fuse Replace the blown fuse with a new
fuse of an appropriate amperage rat-
ing. The amperage rating can be
found on the fuse box lid.
Many types of fuse are used on this
vehicle. This illustration shows a com-
mon type of fuse used on this vehicle.■
After a fuse is replaced ●
If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need
replacement. (  P. 6 1 0 )●
If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. ■
If there is an overload in a circuit
The fuses are designed to blow, protec ting the wiring harness from damage.■
When replacing light bulbs
Lexus recommends that you use genuine Lexu s products designed for this vehicle.
Because certain bulbs are connected to circui ts designed to prevent overload, nongenu-
ine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable. 3
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WA R N I N G ■
To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury.●
Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rati ng than that indicated, or use any other
object in place of a fuse. ●
Always use a genuine Lexus fuse or equivalent.
Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix. ●
Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes.

6077-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX350_U_OM48E90U NOTICE ■
Before replacing fuses
Have the cause of electrical overload determ ined and repaired by your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.

658 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX350_U_OM48E90U One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ●
The engine may be flooded.
Try to restart the engine again following correct starting procedures.
(  P. 220)●
There may be a malfunction in the engine immobilizer system. (  P. 74 )
One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded. ●
The battery may be discharged. (  P. 6 6 5 )
The engine starting system may be malfun ctioning due to an electrical problem
such as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, an interim
measure is available to start the engine. (  P. 6 5 9 )If the engine will not start If the engine will not start even though correct starting procedures are being
followed (  P. 220), consider each of the following points:
The engine will not start even thoug h the starter motor operates nor-
mally.
The starter motor turns over slowly , the interior lights and headlights
are dim, or the horn does not sound or sounds at a low volume.
The starter motor does not turn over

737Alphabetical index
RX350_U_OM48E90U Flat tire ...................................................... 646
Floor mats ................................................... 26
Fluid
Automatic transmission ..................679
Brake ....................................................... 680
Washer .................................................. 583
Fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Switch....................................................... 249
Front passenger footwell hooks ..... 533
Front passenger occupant
classification system ............................ 49
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ..................................... 636
Front seat heaters................................. 506
Front seats .................................................152
Adjustment ............................................. 152
Cleaning .................................................. 561
Correct driving posture .................... 28
Driving position memory ................ 162
Head restraints ......................................167
Power easy access system ............ 162
Seat heaters ......................................... 506
Seat position memory....................... 162
Front side marker lights
Light switch .............................................241
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Wattage ................................................. 682 Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................ 610
Turn signal lever ................................. 234
Wattage ................................................. 682
Fuel
Capacity ................................................. 676
Fuel gauge ............................................... 85
Information............................................683
Refueling ................................................258
Type.......................................................... 676
Fuel filler door........................................ 258
Refueling ................................................258
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ......................... 260
Fuses.......................................................... 605
Garage door opener.......................... 536
Gauges........................................................ 85
Glove box ................................................. 513
Grocery bag hooks............................... 519F
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RX350_U_OM48E90U Rear side marker lights
Light switch .............................................241
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 610
Turn signal lever ................................. 234
Wattage ................................................. 682
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror ....................... 171
Outside rear view mirrors ...............173
Rear window defogger ......................500
Rear window wiper.............................. 256
Refueling .................................................. 258
Capacity .................................................676
Fuel types ...............................................676
Opening the fuel tank cap............ 258
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ........................ 260
Remote Touch
* ....................................488
Replacing
Electronic key battery ..................... 603
Fuses........................................................ 605
Light bulbs .............................................. 610
Tires ......................................................... 646
Windshield wiper inserts ................ 601
Reporting safety defects for
U.S. owners............................................ 714
Resetting the message indicating
maintenance is required ................ 565
Rev indicator ............................................. 87
Rev peak ..................................................... 87 S-FLOW mode......................................496
Seat belts .................................................... 30
Automatic Locking Retractor .........32
Child restraint system
installation ............................................. 57
Cleaning and maintaining the
seat belt ............................................... 562
Emergency Locking Retractor .......32
How to wear your seat belt............. 30
How your child should
wear the seat belt ...............................32
Pregnant women, proper seat
belt use ................................................... 33
Reminder light and buzzer ........... 636
Seat belt extender .................................32
Seat belt instructions for
Canadian owners ............................ 715
Seat belt pretensioners ........................ 31
SRS warning light .............................. 634
Seat position memory .......................... 162
Seat ventilators...................................... 507
Seating capacity ................................... 204 S