steering wheel LEXUS RX350 2022 Repair Manual

4167-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■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.436)
■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 fron t tire on a road cov-
ered with snow or ice
Install the compact spar e 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 specifically 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 braking 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
• PCS (Pre-Collision System)
• LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)
• RSA (Road Sign Assist) (if equipped)
• Automatic High Beam
• AFS (Adaptive Fron t-lighting System)
(if equipped)
• Tire pressure warning system
• Intuitive parking assist (if equipped)
• PKSB (Parking Support Brake) (if equipped)
• Lexus parking assist monitor (if equipped)
• Panoramic view monitor (if equipped)
• BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) (if equipped)
• Navigation system (if equipped)

4368-1. Specifications
*: 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
FMVSS No. 116 DOT 4 or SAE J1704
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Tires and wheels
Tire size235/65R18 106V, T165/9 0D18 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)

4558-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
■Steering wheel (P.135)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.137)
*:If equipped
■Power windows, and moon roof* or panoramic moon roof* ( P.140, 142, 145)
*:If equipped
■Moon roof* ( P.142)
*: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

4578-2. Customization
8
Vehicle specifications
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (P.204)
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ( P.211)
■RSA (Road Sign Assist)* ( P.220)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O—
Adjust alert timingMiddleEarly—O—Late
FunctionCustomized setting
Lane centering functionOn, Off—O—
Steering assist functionOn, Off—O—
Alert typeSteering wheel vibration, Buzzer—O—
Alert sensitivityHigh, Standard—O—
Vehicle sway warning functionOn, Off—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensitiv-
ityHigh, Standard, Low—O—
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

478What 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.419)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.419)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.369)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.173)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the door s, 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 fr om outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( P.100)
Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.170)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.170)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.113)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.171)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( P.422)
 Is the battery discharged?
( P.423)
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

479What 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.175)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.171)
 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.142)
 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.173)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.396)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.179)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (P.393, 402)
 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.402)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.393, 402.
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

482Alphabetical Index
BrakeBrake hold.......................................................182
Fluid ......................................................354, 436
Parking brake ................................................ 179
Warning light ............................................... 393
Brake assist .................................................... 265
Break-in tips...................................................... 151
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................ 78
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)....................... 232
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)...........................................................................218
C
Care Exterior ........................................................... 336
Interior ............................................................. 339
Seat belts........................................................ 339
Wheels and wheel ornaments............ 336
Cargo capacity.................................... 155, 158
Cargo hooks ................................................. 309
Cargo net hooks .......................................... 309
Center Display .............................................280
Chains ...............................................................272
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 54
Fixed with a seat belt...................................50
Front passenger occupa nt 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 ......................356, 425
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................ 297 How your child should
wear the seat belt
............................................................................. 27
Moon roof precautions.............................144
Panoramic moon roof precautions ....147
Power back door precautions ............... 101
Power window lock switch .....................142
Power window precautions .................... 141
Rear door child-protectors ................... 100
Seat belt extender prec autions.............. 27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Child-protectors........................................... 100
Cleaning Exterior............................................................336
Interior .............................................................339
Radar sensor ................................................. 198
Seat belts ........................................................339
Wheels and wheel ornaments ............336
Clock ........................................................ 75, 323
Coat hooks..................................................... 323
Coin box.......................................................... 307
Compass ...........................................................331
Condenser ..................................................... 354
Console box .................................................. 305
Consumption screen .................................... 90
Cooling system............................................. 353 Engine overheating................................... 426
Cornering lights ............................................ 186 Replacing light bulbs................................375
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 222
Cup holders ................................................... 306
Current fuel consumption .......................... 80
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features .............................. 449
D
Daytime running light system .................. 184
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 286
Rear window ............................................... 286
Windshield ................................................... 286

485Alphabetical Index
Front turn signal lightsReplacing light bulbs.................... 375, 377
Turn signal lever ...........................................178
Wattage.......................................................... 437
Fuel Capacity ......................................................... 432
Fuel gauge ....................................................... 75
Fuel pump shut off system .................... 392
Information ....................................................438
Refueling ......................................................... 195
Type.................................................................. 432
Warning light ...............................................396
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy ..............................80
Current fuel consumption........................80
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened......................................................................... 420
Refueling ......................................................... 195
Fuel gauge ..........................................................75
Fuel pump shut off system........................ 392
Fuses ................................................................... 371
G
Garage door opener ................................. 326
Gauges ................................................................75
G-force............................................................... 82
Glove box ....................................................... 305
Glove box light .............................................305
Grocery bag hooks .................................... 309
H
Hands Free Power Back Door ............... 104
Head restraints ...............................................132
Headlight aim ................................................ 372
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS).......................................................................... 186
Automatic High Beam system..............187
Light switch .................................................... 184
Replacing light bulbs................................ 375 Head-up display.............................................. 86
Driving information display area ...........86
Eco Driving Indicator..................................90
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............ 87
Navigation system-linked display ........89
Settings.............................................................. 88
Heated steering wheel .............................. 297
Heaters Front automatic air conditioning system..........................................................................284
Heated steering wheel ............................ 297
Outside rear view mirrors.................... 286
Rear automatic air conditioning system
.......................................................................... 294
Seat heaters .................................................. 297
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs................................375
Hill-start assist control ............................... 266
Hood Open................................................................349
Hooks Cargo hooks............................................... 309
Cargo net hooks....................................... 309
Coat hooks ................................................... 323
Front passenger footwell hooks.........325
Grocery bag hooks................................. 309
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 24
Horn ....................................................................135
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 87
I
I/M test ............................................................ 346
Identification Engine................................................................431
Vehicle ..............................................................431
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................. 384
Ignition switch (engine switch).................170 Auto power off function............................173
Changing the engine switch modes ..173
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................ 384

490Alphabetical Index
Shift lever light ..............................................300
Side airbags ...................................................... 30
Side doors...........................................................97
Side marker lightsLight switch .................................................... 184
Replacing light bulbs................................ 375
Side mirrors Adjustment...................................................... 137
BSM (Blind Sport Monitor) ................. 232
Folding ............................................................. 138
Linked mirror function when reversing........................................................................... 137
Mirror position memory........................... 129
RCTA function ............................................ 245
Side turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 375
Turn signal lever ...........................................178
Side windows ................................................. 140
Smart access system with push-button start Antenna location........................................... 113
Entry functions...................................... 97, 102
Starting the engine ......................................170
Smartphone holder..................................... 305
Snow tires ......................................................... 271
Spare tire......................................................... 406 Storage location ......................................... 407
Spark plug ...................................................... 434
Specifications ................................................ 430
Speedometer ....................................................75
Steering lock Column lock release....................................171
Steering lock system warning message.............................................................................171
Steering wheel Adjustment......................................................135
Heated steering wheel............................ 297
Meter control switches ..............................80
Power easy access system ..................... 129
Steering wheel position memory ........ 129
Stop lights Replacing light bulbs................................ 375 Storage features .......................................... 303
Stuck
If the vehicle becomes stuck ................428
Suggestion function....................................... 84
Sun visors ........................................................ 324
Sunshade Panoramic moon roof .............................. 145
Roof.....................................................................143
Switches Automatic High Beam switch .............. 187
Brake Hold switch...................................... 182
Door lock switches ......................................99
Driving mode select switch .................. 262
Driving position memory switches .....129
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range switch ....................... 222
Electronic sunshade switch ................... 145
Emergency flashers switch .................. 384
Engine switch ................................................ 170
Fog light switch ............................................ 190
Garage door opener switches...........326
Heated steering wheel switch ............. 297
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............ 87
Ignition switch ............................................... 170
Instrument panel light control switches ............................................................................. 78
Intuitive parking assist switch ...............239
Light switches ............................................... 184
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) switch ...... 215
Meter control switches ............................. 80
Moon roof switches....................................142
“ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 78
Outside rear view mi rror switches .....137
Paddle shift switches ........................176, 177
Panoramic moon roof switches .......... 145
Parking brake switch..................................179
PCS OFF switch ....................................... 206
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) switch .......................................................................... 252
Power window switches ......................... 140
RCTA switch ................................................ 246

492Alphabetical Index
V
Vanity lights.................................................... 325Wattage.......................................................... 437
Vanity mirrors ............................................... 325
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Man- agement)...................................................... 266
Vehicle data recording ....................................7
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Manage- ment (VDIM).............................................. 266
Vehicle identification number ..................431
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ........... 265
Ventilators (seat ventilators)................... 297
VSC (Vehicle Stabilit y Control) ........... 265
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 228
Brake Override System .........................395
Door lock.......................................................... 98
Downshifting ........................................177, 178
Drive-Start Control ..................................395
Electric power steering ..........................395
Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)...........................................................................218
High coolant temperature .................... 393
Intuitive parking assist.................. 244, 397
Low engine oil pressure......................... 394
LTA (Lane Tracing Assi st)..211, 214, 397
Open door..................................................... 100
Open window .................................................141
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ........... 236
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) .........398
Pre-collision braking................................205
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ...... 397
Seat belt .......................................................... 396
Warning lights............................................... 393 ABS ..................................................................395
Brake hold operated indicator ...........399
Brake Override System .........................395
Brake system ............................................... 393
Charging system ....................................... 394 Drive-Start Control.................................. 395
Electric power steering.......................... 395
High coolant temperature.....................393
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator397
Low engine oil pressure.........................394
Low fuel level .............................................. 396
LTA indicator ............................................... 397
Malfunction indicator lamp ...................394
Master warning light................................ 399
Parking brake indicator ......................... 399
PKSB OFF indicator ............................... 398
Pre-collision system................................. 398
RCTA OFF indicator ............................... 397
Seat belt reminder light.......................... 396
Slip indicator................................................ 398
SRS ....................................................................394
Tire pressure ................................................ 397
Warning messages ..................................... 402
Washer Adding............................................................ 356
Preparing and checking before winter............................................................................ 271
Switch................................................................ 190
Washing and waxing.................................. 336
Weight Cargo capacity ................................. 155, 158
Load limits ...................................................... 158
Weight............................................................ 430
Wheels ............................................................. 365 Size ....................................................................436
Window lock switch ..................................... 142
Windows Power windows ........................................... 140
Rear window defogger.......................... 286
Washer ............................................................ 190
Windshield wiper de-icer ..........................291
Windshield wiper inserts .......................... 368
Windshield wipers Position..............................................................192
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .......... 190
Replacing a windshield wiper insert 368
Winter driving tips......................................... 271