fuel cap LEXUS RX450h 2016 User Guide

4976-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Tire valve
Tire pressure gauge
Remove the tire valve cap.
Press the tip of the tire pressure gauge onto the tire valve.
Read the pressure using the gauge gradations.
If the tire inflation pressure is not at the recommended level, adjust the pres-
sure.
If you add too much air, press the center of the valve to deflate.
After completing the tire inflation pressure measurement and adjustment,
apply soapy water to the valve and check for leakage.
Put the tire valve cap back on. ■
Tire inflation pressure check interval
You should check tire inflation pressure ev ery two weeks, or at least once a month.
Do not forget to check the spare. ■
Effects of incorrect tire inflation pressure
Driving with incorrect tire inflation pressure may result in the following: ●
Reduced fuel economy ●
Reduced driving comfort and poor handling ●
Reduced tire life due to wear ●
Reduced safety ●
Damage to the drive train
If a tire needs frequent inflating, ha ve it checked by your Lexus dealer.Inspection and adjustment procedure 1
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5397-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX450h_U_OM0E013U * : Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt
is not fastened. Once the power switch is turned to ON mode, the buzzer sounds for
6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer sounds
once. If the seat belt is st ill unfastened after 24 second s, the buzzer will sound inter-
mittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat be lt is still unfastened, the buzzer will sound
in a different tone for 20 more seconds.
The front passenger’s seat belt warning buzzer sounds to alert the front passenger
that his or her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer sounds once if the vehicle reaches
a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 seconds, the
buzzer will sound intermittently for 10 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened,
the buzzer will sound in a different tone for 20 more seconds. ■
SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (front door), side impact se nsors (rear), driver’s seat position sensor,
driver’s seat belt buckle swit ch, front passenger occupant classification system (ECU and
sensors), “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “A IR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passen-
ger’s seat belt buckle switch, driver’s seat belt pretensioner, front passenger’s seat belt
pretensioner and force limiter, airbags, in terconnecting wiring and power sources.
(  P. 3 8 ) ■
Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer●
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash and the warning buzzer to sound even if a passen-
ger is not sittin g in the seat.●
If a cushion is placed on th e seat, the sensor may not detect a passenger, and the warn-
ing light may not operate properly. ■
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the 12-volt battery charge becomes insufficient of the voltage temporarily drops,
the electric power steering system warnin g light may come on and the warning buzzer
may sound. ■
If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following: ●
Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately. ●
Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after severa l trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.

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RX450h_U_OM0E013U 8-1. Spec ifications
* 1
: Unladen vehicle
* 2
: Vehicles with towing packageMaintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) Dimensions and weight Overall length 192.5 in. (4890 mm)
Overall width 74 . 6 i n . ( 1 8 9 5 m m )
Overall height
* 1
67.7 in. (1720 mm)
Wheelbase 109.8 in. (2790 mm)
Tr e a d Front 64.4 in. (1635 mm)
Rear 64.0 in. (1625 mm)
Vehicle capacity weight
(Occupants + luggage) 920 lb. (420 kg)
Trailer Weight Rating
* 2

(Trailer weight + cargo weight) 3500 lb. (1588 kg)

584 8-1. Specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U 
Front 
Rear (AWD models)Engine Model 3.5 L 6-cylinder (2GR-FXS)
Ty p e 6-cylinder V type, 4-cycle, gasoline
Bore and stroke 3.70  3.27 in. (94.0  83.0 mm)
Displacement 210.9 cu. in. (3456 cm 3
)
Valve clearance (engine cold) Automatic adjustment
Fuel Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating 91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference) 17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.)
Electric motor (traction motor) Ty p e Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 123 kW
Maximum torque 247 ft•lbf (335 N•m, 34.2 kgf•m)
Ty p e Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 50 kW
Maximum torque 103 ft•lbf (139 N•m, 14.2 kgf•m)

6018-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Glossary of tire terminology Tire related term Meaning
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 un der that condition
Maximum inflation pres-
sure The maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire may
be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation
pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a manu-
facturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those standard items
which may be replaced) of hybrid transmission, power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio and heater, to the extent that these items are avail-
able as factory-installed eq uipment (whether installed
or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equipment,
including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant,
and if so equipped, air co nditioning 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 numb er of occupa nts specified
in the second column of Table 1
* that follows
Occupant distribution Distribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in the
third column of Table 1
* below

646 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Turn signal lever ................................. 244
Wattage ................................................. 590
Fuel
Capacity ................................................ 584
Fuel gauge ................................................ 97
Information ............................................. 591
Refueling................................................. 267
Type ......................................................... 584
Fuel filler door ........................................ 267
Refueling................................................. 267
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened .........................269
Fuses ..........................................................508
Garage door opener .......................... 445
Gauges .........................................................97
Glove box ................................................ 422
Grocery bag hooks ............................. 428 Head restraints........................................ 179
Head-up display ...................................... 118
Headlight cleaner ................................ 260
Headlights ................................................. 251
Automatic headlight leveling ....... 253
Automatic High Beam.................... 255
Light switch............................................. 251
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Wattage ................................................ 590
Windshield wiper linked
headlight illumination ................... 254
Heated steering wheel ........................ 415
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning
system .............................................. 405
Heated steering wheel ................... 415
Outside rear view mirrors ........... 409
Seat heaters .............................. 415 , 416
High mounted stoplight
Replacing .................................................513
Hill-start assist control .........................381
Hood ..........................................................473
Open ....................................................... 473
Hooks
Cargo hooks ........................................427
Cargo net hooks ................................427
Front passenger footwell
hooks.................................................... 442
Grocery bag hooks ......................... 428
Retaining hooks (floor mat)............. 28G H

652 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Radar cruise control (dynamic
radar cruise control) ........................ 323
Radar cruise control
(dynamic radar cruise control
with full-speed range) ........................ 311
Radiator ....................................................480
Rear Cross Traffic Alert .................... 363
Rear door sunshades .......................... 443
Rear seat
Folding down the rear
seatbacks ............................................. 165
Rear seat heaters....................................416
Rear side marker lights
Light switch ............................................ 251
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Rear turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 513
Turn signal lever ................................. 244
Wattage ................................................. 590
Rear view mirror
Inside rear view mirror ..................... 183
Outside rear view mirrors .............. 185
Rear window defogger ...................... 409
Rear window wiper.............................. 265 Refueling................................................... 267
Capacity .................................................584
Fuel types...............................................584
Opening the fuel tank cap ............ 267
When the fuel filler door
cannot be opened ......................... 269
Regenerative braking.............................78
Remote Touch
* .................................... 398
Replacing
Electronic key battery .................... 506
Fuses ....................................................... 508
Light bulbs...............................................513
Tires .......................................................... 549
Windshield wiper inserts ...............504
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners ...................................622
Resetting the message indicating
maintenance is required .................466
Rev indicator ..............................................99
Rev peak ......................................................99
Road accident cautions ........................ 83R

658 Alphabetical index
RX450h_U_OM0E013U Warning lights
ABS ...........................................................537
Brake hold operated
indicator ..............................................537
Brake system....................................... 536
Charging system............................... 536
Electric power steering...................537
LDA indicator ......................................537
LKA indicator.......................................537
Low fuel level ...................................... 538
Malfunction indica tor lamp .......... 536
Master warning light........................ 538
Parking brake indicator ..................537
PCS warning light ............................ 538
Seat belt reminder light.................. 538
Slip indicator .........................................537
SRS ........................................................... 536
Tire pressure ....................................... 538
Warning messages .............................. 543
Washer
Checking................................................482
Low washer fluid
warning message .............. 482, 543
Preparing and checking
before winter ................................... 390
Switch.......................................... 260, 265
Washing and waxing........................... 458 Weights
Cargo capacity.........................212, 582
Load limits .................................. 216, 582
Weights ..................................................582
Wheels ..................................................... 499
Replacing wheels .............................. 499
Size .......................................................... 589
Window glasses......................................189
Window lock switch..............................189
Windows
Power windows................................... 189
Rear window defogger ..................409
Washer .......................................260, 265
Windshield wiper de-icer ................. 409
Windshield wiper inserts .................. 504
Windshield wipers ............................... 260
Rain-sensing windshield
wipers................................................... 260
Replacing a windshield wiper
insert .....................................................504
Winter driving tips ............................... 390

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RX450h_U_OM0E013U GAS STATION INFORMATION
Auxiliary catch lever Fuel filler door
P. 4 7 3 P. 2 6 9
Hood lock release lever
Fuel filler door opener Tire inflation pressure
P. 4 7 3
P. 2 6 9 P. 5 8 9
Fuel tank capacity
(Reference) 17.2 gal. (65 L, 14.3 Imp. gal.)
Fuel type Unleaded gasoline only P. 584
Cold tire inflation
pressure P. 5 8 9
Engine oil capacity
(Drain and refill —
reference) With filter
Without filter 5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)
5.6 qt. (5.3 L, 4.7 Imp. qt.)
Engine oil type “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” or equivalent
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
P. 5 8 6