steering wheel LEXUS RX350 2021 Repair Manual

4267-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7Confirm it is not loose after tighten-
ing:
1 Push and pull the tire
2 Try rotating
Visually check to ensure tire is not hung on
surrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly exists, repeat
steps 2 to 7.
8 Repeat step 7, any time the tire is
lowered or disturbed.
9 Stow the jack and all tools.
■The compact spare tire
●The compact spare tire is identified by the
label “TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on
the tire sidewall. Use the compact spare
tire temporarily, and only in an emer-
gency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pres-
sure of the compact spare tire. ( P.448)
■When using the compact spare tire
As the compact spare tire is not equipped
with a tire pressure warning valve and trans-
mitter, low inflation pressure of the spare
tire will not be indicated by the tire pressure
warning system. Also, if you replace the
compact spare tire after the tire pressure
warning light comes on, the light remains
on.
■When the compact spare tire is
equipped
When driving with the compact spare tire
installed, the vehicle he ight will be different
than when driving with standard tires.
■If you have a flat front tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice
Install the compact spare tire on one of the
rear wheels of the vehicle. Perform the fol-
lowing steps and fit tire chains to the front
tires:
1 Replace a rear tire with the compact
spare tire.
2 Replace the flat front tire with the tire
removed from the rear of the vehicle.
3 Fit tire chains to the front tires.
WARNING
■When using the compact spare tire
●Remember that the compact spare tire
provided is specific ally designed for
use with your vehicle. Do not use your
compact spare tire on another vehicle.
●Do not use more than one compact
spare tire simultaneously.
●Replace the compact spare tire with a
standard tire as soon as possible.
●Avoid sudden acceleration, abrupt
steering, sudden br aking and shifting
operations that cause sudden engine
braking.
■When the compact spare tire is
attached
The vehicle speed may not be correctly
detected, and the following systems may
not operate correctly:
• ABS & Brake assist
•VSC
•TRAC
• Trailer Sway Control
•EPS
•VDIM (if equipped)
• Adaptive Variable Suspension System (if equipped)
• Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range

4488-1. Specifications
*: Minimum pedal clearance when depressed with a force of 110 lbf (490 N, 50 kgf) while
the engine is running.
Type A
Brake pad wear limit0.04 in. (1.0 mm)
Fluid typeFMVSS No. 116 DOT 3 or SAE J1703
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
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)

4678-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
■Steering wheel (P.139)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.141)
*:If equipped
■Power windows, and moon roof* or panoramic moon roof* ( P.144, 146, 149)
*:If equipped
■Moon roof* ( P.146)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Auto tilt away functionOnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operation
*
Linked to the lock-
ing/unlocking of the doorsOff
——OLinked to operation
of the engine switch
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOffOn——O
Wireless remote control linked
operationOffOn (open only)——O
Wireless remote control linked
operation signal (buzzer)OnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Linked operation of compo-
nents when mechanical key is
used (open only)
Slide onlyTilt only——O
Linked operation of compo-
nents when wireless remote
control is used
Slide onlyTilt only——O
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

4698-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (P.209)
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ( P.216)
■RSA (Road Sign Assist)* ( P.225)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O—
Adjust alert timingMiddleEarly—O—Late
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Lane centering functionOnOff—O—
Steering assist functionOnOff—O—
Alert typeSteering wheel
vibrationBuzzer—O—
Alert sensitivityHighStandard—O—
Vehicle sway warning functionOnOff—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensitiv-
ityStandardHigh—O—Low
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
RSA (Road Sign Assist)OnOff—O—
Excess speed notification
methodDisplay onlyNo notification—O—Display and buzzer
Excess speed notification level1 mph (2 km/h)3 mph (5 km/h)—O—5 mph (10 km/h)
Other notifications method
(No-entry notification)Display onlyNo notification—O—Display and buzzer
ABC
ABC
ABC

490What 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.430)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.430)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.379)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.177)
 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.116)
 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.102)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.174)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.174)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.115)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.175)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( P.432)
 Is the battery discharged?
( P.433)
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

491What 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.179)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.175)
 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.146)
 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.177)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.406)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.183)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.403, 412)
 Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.68)
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.412)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.403, 412.
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

494Alphabetical Index
Bottle holders..................................................316
BrakeBrake hold...................................................... 186
Fluid ...................................................... 362, 447
Parking brake ............................................... 183
Warning light ...............................................403
Brake assist .....................................................274
Break-in tips.................................................... 155
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................80
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 236
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)......................................................................... 223
C
Care Exterior ........................................................... 344
Interior ............................................................. 347
Seat belts........................................................ 347
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 344
Cargo capacity.....................................159, 162
Cargo hooks ................................................... 317
Cargo net hooks ............................................ 317
Center Display .............................................288
Chains ................................................................281
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 54
Fixed with a seat belt...................................50
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
Points to remember .................................... 45
Riding with children ..................................... 45
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 57
Child safety Airbag precautions...................................... 36
Battery precautions ......................364, 436
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................306 How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................. 27
Moon roof precautions............................ 148
Panoramic moon roof precautions ..... 151
Power back door precautions ............. 103
Power window lock switch .................... 146
Power window precautions .................. 145
Rear door child-protectors ................... 102
Seat belt extender precautions.............. 27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Child-protectors............................................102
Cleaning Exterior............................................................ 344
Interior ............................................................. 347
Radar sensor ................................................203
Seat belts ........................................................ 347
Wheels and wheel ornaments ............344
Clock ..........................................................77, 331
Coat hooks.......................................................331
Coin box............................................................316
Compass ......................................................... 340
Condenser ..................................................... 362
Console box ....................................................314
Consumption screen .................................... 92
Cooling system...............................................361 Engine overheating................................... 437
Cornering lights ............................................ 190 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 385
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 227
Cup holders .....................................................315
Current fuel consumption .......................... 82
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features ................................461
D
Daytime running light system .................. 188
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors..................... 294
Rear window ................................................ 294
Windshield .................................................... 294

497Alphabetical Index
Front turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs................... 385, 387
Turn signal lever ...........................................182
Wattage.......................................................... 449
Fuel Capacity ......................................................... 444
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 77
Fuel pump shut off system .................... 402
Information ....................................................450
Refueling ........................................................200
Type.................................................................. 444
Warning light ...............................................406
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 82
Current fuel consumption........................ 82
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened.........................................................................430
Refueling ........................................................200
Fuel gauge .......................................................... 77
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 402
Fuses .................................................................. 381
G
Garage door opener ................................. 334
Gauges ................................................................ 77
G-force............................................................... 84
Glove box .........................................................314
Glove box light ...............................................314
Grocery bag hooks ..................................... 318
H
Hands Free Power Back Door ............... 106
Head restraints ...............................................136
Headlight aim ................................................ 382
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS).......................................................................... 190
Automatic High Beam system............... 191
Light switch .................................................... 188
Replacing light bulbs............................... 385 Head-up display..............................................88
Driving information display area .......... 88
Eco Driving Indicator.................................. 92
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............89
Navigation system-linked display ..........91
Settings...............................................................90
Heated steering wheel .............................. 306
Heaters Front automatic air conditioning system.......................................................................... 292
Heated steering wheel ........................... 306
Outside rear view mirrors..................... 294
Rear automatic air conditioning system
......................................................................... 303
Seat heaters ................................................. 306
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs ............................... 385
Hill-start assist control ............................... 275
Hood Open................................................................357
Hooks Cargo hooks..................................................317
Cargo net hooks ..........................................317
Coat hooks .................................................... 331
Front passenger footwell hooks.........333
Grocery bag hooks................................... 318
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 24
Horn ....................................................................139
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 89
I
I/M test ............................................................ 354
Identification Engine.............................................................. 443
Vehicle ............................................................443
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................. 394
Ignition switch (engine switch)................. 174 Auto power off function............................ 177
Changing the engine switch modes .. 177
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................394

502Alphabetical Index
Shift lever light .............................................. 309
Side airbags ...................................................... 30
Side doors.......................................................... 99
Side marker lightsLight switch .................................................... 188
Replacing light bulbs............................... 385
Side mirrors Adjustment........................................................141
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor) ................. 236
Folding .............................................................. 142
Linked mirror functi on when reversing
.............................................................................141
Mirror position memory...........................133
RCTA function ............................................250
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs............................... 385
Turn signal lever ...........................................182
Side windows ..................................................144
Smart access system with push-button startAntenna location........................................... 115
Entry functions..................................... 99, 104
Starting the engine ...................................... 174
Smartphone holder.......................................314
Snow tires .......................................................280
Spare tire...........................................................416 Storage location ........................................... 417
Spark plug ...................................................... 446
Specifications ................................................ 442
Speedometer .................................................... 77
Steering lock Column lock release.................................. 175
Steering lock system warning message........................................................................... 175
Steering wheel Adjustment......................................................139
Heated steering wheel............................306
Meter control switches .............................. 82
Power easy access system .....................133
Steering wheel position memory ........133
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs............................... 385 Storage features ............................................312
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................439
Suggestion function....................................... 86
Sun visors ........................................................ 332
Sunshade Panoramic moon roof .............................. 149
Roof.....................................................................147
Switches Automatic High Beam switch ................ 191
Brake Hold switch...................................... 186
Door lock switches ...................................... 101
Driving mode select switch .................... 271
Driving position memory switches .... 133
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch ....................... 227
Electronic sunshade switch ................... 149
Emergency flashers switch ...................394
Engine switch .................................................174
Fog light switch ............................................ 194
Garage door opener switches...........334
Heated steering wheel switch ............ 306
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............89
Ignition switch ................................................174
Instrument panel light control switches ............................................................................ 80
Intuitive parking assist switch ...............245
Light switches ............................................... 188
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch .....220
Meter control switches .............................. 82
Moon roof switches................................... 146
“ODO TRIP” switch ................................... 80
Outside rear view mirror switches ...... 141
Paddle shift switches ........................ 180, 181
Panoramic moon roof switches .......... 149
Parking brake switch................................. 183
PCS OFF switch ........................................... 211
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) switch ..........................................................................256
Power window switches ..........................144
RCTA switch ................................................. 251

504Alphabetical Index
V
Vanity lights.................................................... 333Wattage.......................................................... 449
Vanity mirrors ............................................... 333
VDIM (Vehicle Dynami cs Integrated Man-
agement)...................................................... 275
Vehicle data recording . ...................................6
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Manage- ment (VDIM).............................................. 275
Vehicle identification number ................ 443
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ............274
Ventilators (seat ventilators)................... 306
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) ............274
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 233
Brake Override System .........................405
Door lock........................................................ 100
Downshifting .........................................181, 182
Drive-Start Control ..................................405
Electric power steering ..........................405
Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)......................................................................... 223
High coolant temperature ....................403
Intuitive parking assist.................. 249, 407
Low engine oil pressure.........................404
LTA (Lane Tracing As sist)216, 219, 407
Open door......................................................102
Open window ...............................................145
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ........... 242
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ........ 408
Pre-collision braking..................................210
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...... 407
Seat belt ..........................................................406
Warning lights............................................... 403 ABS ..................................................................405
Brake hold operated indicator ...........409
Brake Override System .........................405
Brake system ...............................................403
Charging system .......................................404 Drive-Start Control.................................. 405
Electric power steering.......................... 405
High coolant temperature.................... 403
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator
..........................................................................407
Low engine oil pressure........................ 404
Low fuel level .............................................. 406
LTA indicator ...............................................407
Malfunction indicator lamp .................. 404
Master warning light................................ 409
Parking brake indicator ......................... 409
PKSB OFF indicator ............................... 408
Pre-collision system................................. 408
RCTA OFF indicator ...............................407
Seat belt reminder light.......................... 406
Slip indicator ................................................ 408
SRS ................................................................... 404
Tire pressure ................................................407
Warning messages ....................................... 412
Washer Adding.............................................................364
Preparing and checking before winter......................................................................... 280
Switch................................................................ 194
Washing and waxing.................................. 344
Weight Cargo capacity .................................. 159, 162
Load limits .......................................................162
Weight............................................................. 442
Wheels ............................................................. 374 Size ................................................................... 448
Window lock switch .....................................146
Windows Power windows ............................................144
Rear window defogger........................... 294
Washer ............................................................ 194
Windshield wiper de-icer ........................ 299
Windshield wiper inserts .......................... 378
Windshield wipers Position..............................................................197
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 194
Replacing a windshield wiper insert.378