tire LEXUS RX450H 2016 Owners Manual

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Intended outboard sidewall
(a)The sidewall that contai ns a whitewall, bears white
lettering, or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or deeper than
the same molding on the other sidewall of the tire, or
(b)The outward facing sidewa ll of an asymmetrical tire
that has a particular side that must always face out-
ward when mounted on a vehicle
Light truck (LT) tireA tire designated by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweig ht trucks or multipurpose
passenger vehicles
Load ratingThe maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure
Maximum load ratingThe load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible
inflation pressure for that tire
Maximum permissible infla-
tion pressureThe maximum cold inflation pr essure to which a tire may
be inflated
Measuring rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for physical dimension
requirements
Open spliceAny parting at any junction of tread, sidewall, or inner-
liner that extends to cord material
Outer diameterThe overall diameter of an inflated new tire
Overall width
The linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, including elev ations due to label-
ing, decorations, or protective bands or ribs
Passenger car tireA tire intended for use on passenger cars, multipurpose
passenger vehicles, and trucks, that have a gross vehicle
weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 lb. or less.
PlyA layer of rubber-coat ed parallel cords
Ply separationA parting of rubber compou nd between adjacent plies
Tire related termMeaning

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Pneumatic tire
A mechanical device made of rubber, chemicals, fabric
and steel or other materials, that, when mounted on an
automotive wheel, provides the traction and contains
the gas or fluid that sustains the load
Radial ply tireA pneumatic tire in which the ply cords that extend to
the beads are laid at substa ntially 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread
Reinforced tire A tire designed to operate at higher loads and at higher
inflation pressures than the corresponding standard tire
Section widthThe linear distance between the exteriors of the side-
walls of an inflated tire, excluding elevations due to
labeling, decoration, or protective bands
SidewallThat portion of a tire between the tread and bead
Sidewall separationThe parting of the rubber compound from the cord
material in the sidewall
Snow tire
A tire that attains a traction index equal to or greater
than 110, compared to the ASTM E-1136 Standard Ref-
erence Test Tire, when using the snow traction test as
described in ASTM F-1805-00, Standard Test Method
for Single Wheel Driving Traction in a Straight Line on
Snow-and Ice-Covered Surfaces, and which is marked
with an Alpine Symbol( ) on at least one sidewall
Test rimThe rim on which a tire is fitted for testing, and may be
any rim listed as appropriate for use with that tire
TreadThat portion of a tire that comes into contact with the
road
Tread ribA tread section running circ umferentially around a tire
Tire related termMeaning

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*:Table 1  Occupant loading and distribution fo r vehicle normal load for various des-
ignated seating capacities
Tread separationPulling away of the tread from the tire carcass
Treadwear indicators (TWI)The projections within the principal grooves designed
to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the
tread
Wheel-holding fixtureThe fixture used to hold the wheel and tire assembly
securely during testing
Tire related termMeaning
Designated seating capac-
ity, Number of occupantsVehicle normal load, Num- ber of occupantsOccupant distribution in a normally loaded vehicle
2 through 422 in front
5 through 1032 in front, 1 in second seat
11 through 1552 in front, 1 in second seat, 1 in third seat, 1 in fourth seat
16 through 2072 in front, 2 in second seat, 2 in third seat, 1 in fourth
seat

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8-3. Initialization
Items to initialize
The following items must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the 12-volt battery being reconnected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle.
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Message indicating mainte-
nance is required (U.S.A. only)• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 466
Tire pressure warning system
• When changing the tire inflationpressure by changing traveling
speed
• When changing the tire size
• When rotating the tires
P. 489
Oil maintenance• After the maintenance is per- formedP. 478
Power back door• After reconnecting or changingthe 12-volt batteryP. 150

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AVERTISSEMENT
■Précautions relatives aux coussins gonflables SRS
●Ne suspendez aucun cintre ou objet dur aux crochets à vêtements. Tous ces objets
pourraient se transformer en projectiles et causer des blessures graves, voire mor-
telles en cas de déploiement des coussins gonflables rideaux SRS.
●Si un cache en vinyle est placé sur la zone où le coussin gonflable de genoux SRS se
déploie, assurez-vous de le retirer.
●N'utilisez aucun accessoire de siège reco uvrant les zones de déploiement des cous-
sins gonflables latéraux SRS et du coussin gonflable de coussin de siège SRS, car il
risque de gêner le déploiement des coussi ns gonflables SRS. De tels accessoires
peuvent empêcher les coussins gonflables la téraux et le coussin gonflable de coussin
de siège SRS de s'activer correctement, désactiver le système ou entraîner le
déploiement accidentel des coussins gonfla bles latéraux et du coussin gonflable de
coussin de siège SRS, occasionnant de s blessures graves, voire mortelles.
●Évitez de faire subir des chocs ou des pressions excessives aux parties autour des
composants de coussins gonflables SRS ou aux portes avant.
En effet, cela pourrait entraîner un dysfonctionnement des coussins gonflables SRS.
●Ne touchez aucun composant immédiatement après le déploiement (gonflage) des
coussins gonflables SRS, car ils peuvent être chauds.
●Ne fixez rien et ne posez rien sur des empla-
cements tels que la planche de bord, la garni-
ture du volant et la partie inférieure du
tableau de bord.
Ces éléments peuvent se transformer en pro-
jectiles lorsque les coussins gonflables
conducteur, passager avant et genoux SRS se
déploient.
●Ne fixez rien aux portes, à la vitre du pare-
brise, aux vitres latérales, aux montants avant
et arrière, au rail latéral de toit et à la poignée
de maintien.

639What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and replace the flat tire with the spare tire.
( P. 549)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
( P. 578)
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

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DrivingBreak-in tips ........................................ 206
Correct posture.....................................30
Driving mode select switch .......... 377
Hybrid vehicle driving tips.............387
Procedures ...........................................204
Winter drive tips ................................ 390
Driving position memory..................... 174 Memory recall function..................... 177
Power easy access system .............174
Dynamic radar cruise control ......... 323
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range .......................... 311
E-Four ....................................................... 382
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake System) ..................................... 381
Eco drive mode ......................................377
EDR (Event data recorder) .................... 11
Electric motor Location ..................................................... 76
Specification ........................................ 584
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ........ 381 Warning light .......................................537
Electronic key ..........................................132 Battery-saving function .................... 159
If the electronic key does not operate properly............................ 564
Replacing the battery ...................... 506 Electronically Controlled
Brake System (ECB) .........................381
Emergency flashers ............................ 528
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds ..........536
If a warning light turns on ..............536
If a warning message is displayed ............................................ 543
If the 12-volt battery is discharged........................................ 568
If the electronic key does not operate properly ............................564
If the hybrid system will not start .................................................561
If you have a flat tire ..........................549
If you lose your keys................ 133, 135
If you think something is wrong...................................................535
If your vehicle becomes stuck...................................................... 578
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ........................................ 529
If your vehicle needs to be towed ...................................................530
If your vehicle overheats ................ 574
Energy monitor ....................................... 124
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EngineACCESSORY mode...................... 233
Compartment......................................475
Engine switch ....................................... 232
Hood ........................................................ 473
How to start the hybrid system .................................................. 232
Identification number ...................... 583
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ..........529
Ignition switch (power switch) .... 232
Overheating .........................................574
Power switch........................................ 232
Engine coolant Capacity ................................................ 587
Checking................................................ 479
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390
Engine coolant temperature gauge .........................................................97
Engine oil Capacity ................................................ 585
Checking................................................ 476
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390
Engine oil maintenance data ........... 478
Engine switch ......................................... 232
Enhanced VSC ...................................... 381
EPS (Electronic Power Steering) ......... 381 Warning light .......................................537
EV drive mode....................................... 237
EV indicator ............................................... 78
Event data recorder (EDR) .................... 11 Flat tire ...................................................... 549
Floor mats................................................... 28
Fluid
Brake....................................................... 588
Transmission ....................................... 588
Washer ................................................... 482
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Switch ...................................................... 259
Front passenger footwell hooks.......................................................442
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................. 51
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light ..................................... 538
Front seat heaters .................................. 415
Front seats ................................................. 164 Adjustment..............................................164
Cleaning................................................. 462
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Driving position memory................. 174
Head restraints ..................................... 179
Power easy access system ............. 174
Seat heaters ............................................415
Seat position memory ....................... 174
Front side marker lights Light switch............................................. 251
Replacing light bulbs .........................513
Wattage ................................................ 590F

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Horn .............................................................. 181
HUD (Head-up display) ....................... 118
Humidity sensor ......................................413
Hybrid battery air vent ............................81
Hybrid battery (traction battery)Location .................................................... 80
Specification ........................................ 585
Hybrid system ............................................76 Emergency shut off system............... 81
Energy monitor/consumption screen .......................124
EV drive mode.................................... 237
High voltage components .............. 80
Hybrid System Indicator .................100
Hybrid system precautions............. 80
Hybrid vehicle driving tips.............387
If the hybrid system will not start ......................................................... 561
Overheating .........................................574
Power (ignition) switch ................... 232
Regenerative braking ......................... 78
Starting the hybrid system ............. 232
Vehicle proximity notification system ..................................................... 77
Hybrid System Indicator..................... 100
Hybrid transmission ............................ 239 If the shift lever cannot be shifted from P .................................. 563
Paddle shift switches ............. 240, 241
S mode ......................................................241 I/M test ......................................................470
Identification
Engine .....................................................583
Vehicle ....................................................583
Ignition switch (power switch) .........232
Illuminated entry system ................... 420
Immobilizer system ................................ 85
Indicators .....................................................92
Initialization Engine oil maintenance data ....... 478
Items to initialize ...................................619
Power back door ............................... 150
Tire pressure warning system ................................................. 488
Inside rear view mirror.........................183
Instrument panel light control .............99
Interior lights ............................................ 417 Switch ........................................................418
Wattage ................................................ 590
Intuitive parking assist ........................ 339
Jack Positioning a floor jack.................... 474
Vehicle-equipped jack .................. 550
Jack handle ............................................. 550
Jam protection function Electronic sunshade.......................... 198
Moon roof ...............................................194
Panoramic moon roof...................... 198
Power back door openerand closer ........................................... 150
Power windows................................... 190I
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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 ........................ 83
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