warning LEXUS RX350 2019 Owners Manual

498 6-1. Basic operation of the Remote Touch screen
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Screen display during low temperatures
When the ambient temperature is extremely low, screen response may be delayed even
if the Remote Touch is operated.
WARNING ■
When using the Remote Touch ●
Do not allow fingers, fingernails or hair to become caught in the Remote Touch as this
may cause an injury. ●
Be careful when selecting the Remote Touch in extreme temperatures as it may
become very hot or cold due to the temperature inside the vehicle.
NOTICE ■
To prevent damage to the Remote Touch ●
Do not allow the Remote Touch to come into contact with food, liquid, stickers or lit
cigarettes as doing so may cause it to change color, emit a strange odor or stop func-
tioning. ●
Do not subject the Remote Touch to excessive pressure or strong impact as the knob
may bend or break off. ●
Do not allow coins, contact lenses or ot her such items to be come caught in the
Remote Touch as this may cause it to stop functioning. ●
Items of clothing may rip if they become caught on the Remote Touch knob. ●
If your hand or any object is on the Remote Touch knob when the engine switch is in
ACCESSORY mode, the Remote Touch knob may not operate properly.

5176-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Ventilation and air conditioning odors ●
To let fresh air in, set the air conditioning system to the outside air mode. ●
During use, various odors from inside and outside the vehicle may enter into and accu-
mulate in the air conditioning system. This may then cause odor to be emitted from the
vents. ●
To reduce potential odors from occurring:
• It is recommended that the air conditioning system be set to outside air mode prior
to turning the vehicle off.
• The start timing of the blower may be dela yed for a short period of time immediately
after the air conditioning system is started in automatic mode.■
Air conditioning filter
 P. 618 ■
Customization
Some functions can be customized. (  P. 722)
WARNING ■
To prevent the windshield from fogging up ●
Do not use during cool air operation in extremely humid weather. The differ-
ence between the temperature of the outside air and that of the windshield can cause
the outer surface of the windshield to fog up, blocking your vision.
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To prevent burns ●
Do not touch the rear view mirror surfaces when the outside rear view mirror defog-
gers are on. ●
Do not touch the glass at lower part of the windshield or to the side of the front pillars
when the windshield wiper de-icer is on. (if equipped)
NOTICE ■
To prevent battery discharge
Do not leave the air conditioni ng system on longer than necessary when the engine is
off. ●
Do not place anything on the instrument
panel which may cover th e air outlets. Other-
wise, air flow may be obstructed, preventing
the windshield defoggers from defogging.

5216-2. Using the air conditioning system and defogger
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_UHeated steering wheel 
/seat heaters 
/seat ventila-
tors 
 : If equippedHeated steering wheel and seat heaters heat the side grips of the steering
wheel and seats, respectively. Seat vent ilators maintain good ventilation using
a fan built into the seats. WARNING ●
Care should be taken to prevent injury if anyone in the following categories comes in
contact with the steering wheel and seats when the heater is on:
• Babies, small children, the elderly, the sick and the ph ysically challenged
• Persons with sensitive skin
• Persons who are fatigued
• Persons who have taken alcohol or drugs that induce sleep (sleeping drugs, cold
remedies, etc.) ●
Observe the following precautions to prevent minor burns or overheating:
• Do not cover the seat with a blanket or cushion when using the seat heater.
• Do not use seat heater more than necessary.
NOTICE ●
Do not put heavy objects that have an unev en surface on the seat and do not stick
sharp objects (needles, nails, etc.) into the seat. ●
To prevent battery discharge, do not us e the functions when the engine is off.

5296-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_U 
Vehicles with separate-type second-row seats
Glove box (  P. 530)
Auxiliary boxes (if equipped)
(  P. 535)
Door pockets (  P. 533) Bottle holders (  P. 533)
Console box (  P. 530)
Cup holders (  P. 531)
Coin box (  P. 534)WARNING ●
Do not leave glasses, lighters or spray cans in the storage spaces, as this may cause
the following when cabin temperature becomes high:
• Glasses may be deformed by heat or cracke d if they come into contact with other
stored items.
• Lighters or spray cans may explode. If they come into contact with other stored
items, the lighter may catch fire or the spray can may release gas, causing a fire
hazard. ●
When driving or when the storage compartments are not in use, keep the lids closed.
In the event of sudden braking or sudden swerving, an accident may occur due to an
occupant being struck by an open lid or the items stored inside.1
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532 6-4. Using the storage features
RX350/RX350L_U The depth of the front cup holder can be changed.
To store a water bottle, push down the bottom
of the cup holder.
To return the bottom to its original position,
press the button.
WARNING ●
Do not place anything other than cups, aluminum cans, or water bottles in the cup
holders. Other items may be thrown out of the holders in the event of an accident or
sudden braking, possibly causing injury. If possible, cover hot drinks to prevent burns.●
Rear cup holder: When not in use, keep the cup holders are closed. Injuries may
result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the rear cup holder, stow the cup holder before stowing the arm-
rest. 1
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5336-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_U Door pockets 
Front 
Rear
The door pockets can be opened and
closed. WARNING
Front door pockets: Keep the door pockets closed while driving.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
Bottle holders

534 6-4. Using the storage features
RX350/RX350L_U ●
When storing a bottle, close the cap. ●
The bottle may not be stored depending on its size or shape.
Press in the button. NOTICE
Do not place open bottle, glass or paper cups containing liquid in the bottle holders.
Otherwise, contained liquid may be spilled. Glass cups may break if used in the bottle
holders.
Coin box
WARNING
Keep the coin box closed while driving.
Injuries may result in the event of an accident or sudden braking.

5356-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_U Auxiliary boxes 
Type A 
Type B
Press in the lid. Lift the lid. 
Type C (if equipped)
Pull up the lever to release the lock, and
lift the lid. WARNING
Type A: Do not store items he avier than 0.44 lb. (200 g).
Doing so may cause the auxiliary box to open and the items inside may fall out, result-
ing in an accident.

536 6-4. Using the storage features
RX350/RX350L_U Pull down the hook to use.
The cargo hooks are provided for securing loose items.
To hang the cargo net, use the cargo
net hooks and rear cargo hooks.Luggage compartment features Cargo hooks 
RX350 
RX350L
WARNING
To avoid injury, always return the hooks to their stowed positions when not in use.
Cargo net hooks
WARNING
To avoid injury, always return the hooks to their stowed positions when not in use.

5396-4. Using the storage features
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Interior features
RX350/RX350L_U ■
Removing the luggage cover
Release the cover from the left
and right anchors and allow it to
retract.
Compress the end of the luggage
cover and lift the luggage cover
up. RX350: After removing the luggage
cover, place it somewhere other than
the passenger compartment.
RX350L: Stow the luggage cover
under the deck board and side auxil-
iary box cover. 1
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WARNING ●
Do not place anything on the luggage cover.
In the event of sudden braking or turn-
ing, the item may go flying and strike an occupant. This could lead to an unexpected
accident, resulting in death or serious injury. ●
Do not allow children to climb on the lugg age cover. Climbing on the luggage cover
could result in damage to the luggage cove r, possibly causing de ath or serious injury
to the child.