brake LEXUS RX350 2020 Owners Manual

4427-2. Steps to take in an emergency
1Insert the mechanical key while
pulling on the driver’s door handle.
2 Unlock the door.
Turning the key rearward unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key again unlocks
the other doors.
3Remove the key, return the handle,
and then pull the handle again.
■Locking the door
1 With the door open, push down the
inside lock button.
2 Close the door.
■Key linked functions
1 Closes the windows and the moon
roof
* or panoramic moon roof* (turn
and hold)
2 Opens the windows and the moon
roof
* or panoramic moon roof* (turn
and hold)
These settings must be customized at your
Lexus dealer.
*: If equipped
1 Ensure that the shift lever is in P and
depress the brake pedal.
2 Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the engine switch will
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and
operating the power windows or the
moon roof or panoramic moon roof
Operate the power window or the moon
roof or panoramic moon roof after
checking to make sure that there is no
possibility of any passe nger having any of
their body parts caught in the window or
the moon roof or panoramic moon roof.
Also, do not allow children to operate the
mechanical key. It is possible for children
and other passengers to get caught in
the power window or the moon roof or
panoramic moon roof.
Starting the engine

4437-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in custom-
ization setting, the engine switch will turn
to ACCESSORY mode.
3 Firmly depress the brake pedal and
check that is shown on the
multi-information display.
4 Press the engine switch shortly and
firmly.
In the event that the engine still cannot
be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
■Stopping the engine
Shift the shift lever to P, set the parking
brake, and press the engine switch as you
normally do when stopping the engine.
■Replacing the key battery
As the above procedure is a temporary
measure, it is recomme nded that the elec-
tronic key battery be replaced immediately
when the battery is depleted. ( P.389)
■Changing engine switch modes
Release the brake pedal and press the
engine switch in step 3 above. The engine
does not start and modes will be changed
each time the switch is pressed. ( P.179)
If the vehicle battery is dis-
charged
The following procedures may be
used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.

4497-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
1Stop the engine. Shift the shift lever
to P and set the parking brake.
2 Remove the mud, snow or sand
from around the front wheels.
3 Place wood, stones or some other
material under the front wheels to
help provide traction.
4 Restart the engine.
5 AWD models: Activate all-wheel
drive lock mode. ( P.276)
6 Shift the shift lever to D or R and
release the parking brake. Then,
while exercising caution, depress
the accelerator pedal.
■When it is difficult to free the vehicle
Press to turn off TRAC.
If the vehicle becomes stuck
Carry out the following proce-
dures if the tires spin or the vehicle
becomes stuck in mud, dirt or snow:
Recovering procedure
WARNING
■When attempting to free a stuck vehi-
cle
If you choose to push the vehicle back
and forth to free it, make sure the sur-
rounding area is clear to avoid striking
other vehicles, obje cts or people. The
vehicle may also lunge forward or lunge
back suddenly as it becomes free. Use
extreme caution.
■When shifting the shift lever
Be careful not to shif t the shift lever with
the accelerator pedal depressed.
This may lead to un expected rapid accel-
eration of the vehicle that may cause an
accident resulting in death or serious
injury.
NOTICE
■To avoid damage to the transmission
and other components
●Avoid spinning the front wheels and
depressing the accelerator pedal
more than necessary.
●If the vehicle remains stuck even after
these procedures are performed, the
vehicle may require towing to be freed.

4578-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
Your Lexus vehicle is filled with “Toyota Genuine Differential Gear Oil” at the fac-
tory. Use Lexus approved “Toyota Genuine Di fferential Gear Oil” or an equivalent
of matching quality to satisfy the above specification. Please contact your Lexus
dealer for further details.
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while
the engine is running.
Type A
Brakes
Pedal clearance*3.4 in. (86 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size235/65R18 106V, T165/90D18 107M (spare)
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Rear tire
33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare tire
60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Driving at high speeds (above 100 mph [160 km/h]) (in
countries where such speeds are permitted by law)
Add 5 psi (30 kPa, 0.3 kgf/cm
2 or bar) to the front and rear
tires. Never exceed the maximum cold tire inflation pres-
sure indicated on the tire sidewall.
Wheel size18  8J, 18  4T (spare)
Wheel nut torque76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)

4658-1. Specifications
8
Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pressure
Tire pressure when the vehicle has been parked for
three hours or more, or has not been driven more
than 1 mile or 1.5 km under that condition
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of automatic trans-
mission, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent
that these items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil
and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning
and additional weight optional engine
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight
Normal occupant weight
150 lb. (68 kg) times the number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that fol-
lows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular produc-
tion options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of
the standard items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers,
roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim

4808-2. Customization
■PKSB (Parking Support Brake)* ( P.258)
*:If equipped
■Driving mode select switch ( P.274)
*:If equipped
■Front automatic air conditioning system ( P.296)
*:If equipped
■Seat heaters*/seat ventilators* ( P.310)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PKSB (Parking Support Brake)
functionOnOff—O—
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Powertrain control in custom-
ized mode
*NormalPowerO——Eco
Chassis control in customized
mode
*NormalSportO——
Air conditioning operation in
customized mode
*NormalEcoO——
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
A/C auto switch operationOnOffO—O
Exhaust gas sensor sensitivity*Standard-3 to 3O—O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Driver’s seat temperature pref-
erence in automatic modeStandard-2 (cooler) to 2
(warmer)O—O
Front passenger’s seat tem-
perature preference in auto-
matic mode
Standard-2 (cooler) to 2 (warmer)O—O
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

4838-3. Initialization
8
Vehicle specifications
8-3.Initialization
*:If equipped
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the battery being reconnected, or maintenance being performed on
the vehicle:
List of items to initialize
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating
maintenance is
required (U.S.A. only)
• After the maintenance is performedP.356
Tire pressure warning
system
• When changing the tire inflation pres- sure by changing traveling speed
• When changing the tire size
• When rotating the tires
P.381
Oil maintenance• After the maintenance is performedP.367
PKSB (Parking Support
Brake)
*• After reconnecting or changing the batteryP.263
Power back door• After reconnecting or changing the batteryP.107

500What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.440)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.440)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.389)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.179)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.114)
 Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( P.100)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.176)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.176)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.113)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.177)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( P.442)
 Is the battery discharged?
( P.443)
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

501What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the engine
switch in IGNITION ON mode ( P.181)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.177)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.147)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for
a period of time. ( P.179)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.416)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.185)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.413, 422)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.67)
Do one of the following to stop the
alarms:
 Unlock the doors.
 Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.422)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.413, 422.
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

503Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ...............................386
Front automatic air conditioning system......................................................................... 296
Micro dust and pollen filter...................303
Rear automatic air conditioning system ......................................................................... 307
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)...............277 Warning light .................................................415
ACA (Active Cornering Assist) ........... 278
Active Cornering Assist (ACA) ........... 278
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) .192
Adaptive Variable Suspension System278
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .192
Air conditioning filter ................................. 386
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ...............................386
Front automatic air conditioning system......................................................................... 296
Micro dust and pollen filter...................303
Rear automatic air conditioning system ......................................................................... 307
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 33
Airbag precautions for your child ........ 36
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Curtain shield airbag operating condi- tions .................................................................. 33
Curtain shield airbag precautions ....... 36
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
General airbag precautions ................... 36
Locations of airbags.................................... 30
Modification and disposal of airbags . 38
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 33
Side airbag precautions ............................ 36
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions...................................................... 33
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions .................................................................. 36 SRS airbags......................................................30
SRS warning light.........................................414
Alarm ....................................................................67 Warning buzzer ...........................................413
Anchor brackets ..................................... 46, 57
Antennas (smart acc ess system with
push-button start)........................................ 113
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)...............277 Warning light ................................................ 415
Approach warning...................................... 235
Armrest............................................................ 335
Assist grips ..................................................... 335
Audio system-linked display ...................... 83
Automatic headlight leveling system ..... 191
Automatic High Beam ................................193
Automatic light control system............... 190
Automatic transmission ............................. 180 M mode ........................................................... 183
Paddle shift switches .......................182, 183
Auxiliary boxes ................................... 321, 324
Average fuel economy................................. 80
Average vehicle speed ................................ 80
AWD Control....................................................81
B
Back door .......................................................... 101
Back-up light Wattage ......................................................... 458
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs .....................395, 401
Battery Battery checking ....................................... 369
If the battery is discharged .................... 443
Preparing and checking before winter..........................................................................283
Warning light .................................................414
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)....................... 239
Bottle holders ................................................ 320
Brake Brake hold ......................................................188
Fluid...................................................... 368, 457
Parking brake ............................................... 185