lights LEXUS RX450h 2018 Owners Manual

672 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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If “Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer” is displayed (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is requir ed to correspond to the driven distance
on the maintenance schedule
* .
Comes on approximately 5000 miles (8000 km) after the message has
been reset.
(The indicator will not work properly unless the message has been reset.)
Perform the necessary maintenance. Please reset the message after the main-
tenance is performed. ( → P. 588)
* : Refer to the separate “Scheduled Mainte nance” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”
for the maintenance interval applicable to your vehicle. ■
System warning lights
The master warning light does not come on or flash in the following cases. Instead, a sep-
arate system warning light will come on along with a message shown on the multi-infor-
mation display. ●
“Braking Power Low Visit Your Dealer”:
The brake system warning light (yellow) come on. ( → P. 660)●
“Antilock Brake System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer”:
The ABS warning light comes on. ( → P. 661)●
“Charging System Malfunction See Ow ner's Manual” (F SPORT models):
The charging system wa rning light comes on. ( → P. 660)■
Warning buzzer
→ P. 665
NOTICE ■
“High Power Consumption Partial Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is frequently
shown
There is a possible malfunction relating to the charging system or the 12-volt battery
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

690 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UOne of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The electronic key may not be functioning properly.
( → P. 692)●
There may not be sufficient fuel in the vehicle’s tank.
Refuel the vehicle. ●
There may be a malfunction in the immobilizer system. ( → P. 83)●
There may be a malfunction in the steering lock system. ●
The hybrid system may be malfunctioni ng due to an electrical problem such
as electronic key battery depletion or a blown fuse. However, depending on
the type of malfunction, an interim meas ure is available to start the hybrid sys-
tem. ( → P. 691)
One of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( → P. 695)●
The 12-volt battery terminal connections may be loose or corroded.
( → P. 691)If the hybrid system will not start Reasons for the hybrid system not star ting vary depending on the situation.
Check the following and perform the appropriate procedure:
The hybrid system will no t start even though the correct starting proce-
dure is being followed. ( → P. 239)
The interior lights and headlights are d im, or the horn does not sound or
sounds at a low volume.

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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UOne of the following may be the cause of the problem: ●
The 12-volt battery may be discharged. ( → P. 695)●
One or both of the 12-volt battery terminals may be disconnected. ( → P. 605)Contact your Lexus dealer if the problem cannot be repaired, or if repair procedures
are unknown.
When the hybrid system does not start, the following steps can be used as an
interim measure to start the hybrid system if the power switch is functioning nor-
mally.
Do not use this starting procedur e except in cases of emergency.
Turn the power switch to ON mode an d check that the parking brake is set.
( → P. 240, 253)
Shift the shift lever to P.
Turn the power switch to ACCESSORY mode.
Press and hold the power switch for ab out 15 seconds while depressing the
brake pedal firmly.
Even if the hybrid system can be starte d using the above steps, the system may
be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.The interior lights and headlights do not turn on, or the horn does not
sound.
Emergency start function 1
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4

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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UStart the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain at that level for approximatel y 5 minutes to recharge the 12-volt bat-
tery of your vehicle.
Open and close any of the doors of yo ur vehicle with the power switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the seco nd vehicle and start the hybrid system
of your vehicle by turning th e power switch to ON mode.
Make sure the “READY” indicator comes on. If the indicator light does not
come on, contact your Lexus dealer.
Once the hybrid system has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact
reverse order from which they were connected.
Close the exclusive jump starting termin al cover, and reinstall the fuse box
cover to its original position.
Once the hybrid system starts, have th e vehicle inspected at your Lexus dealer
as soon as possible. ■
Starting the hybrid system when the 12-volt battery is discharged
The hybrid system cannot be started by push-starting. ■
To prevent 12-volt battery discharge ●
Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the hybrid system is off. ●
Turn off any unnecessary electrical componen ts when the vehicle is running at a low
speed for an extended period , such as in heavy traffic.■
When removing the battery terminals
When the battery terminals are removed, the information stored in the ECU is cleared.
Before removing the battery termin als, contact your Lexus dealer.6
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7159-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85U* : The coolant capacity is a reference quantity.
If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.Cooling system Capacity
* Gasoline
engine 
RX450h
10.7 qt. (10.1 L, 8.9 Imp. qt.) 
RX450hL
13.2 qt. (12.5 L, 11 Imp. qt.)
Power control
unit 2.0 qt. (1.9 L, 1.7 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type Use either of the following:
• “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based
non-silicate, non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-
borate coolant with long-life hybrid organic
acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system (spark plug) Make DENSO FK20HBR8
Gap 0.03 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE ■
Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system 12-volt battery
Open voltage at 68 ° F (20 ° C): 12.6 V or higher: Fully charged
12.2 — 12.4 V: Half charged
12.0 V or lower: Discharged
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the hybrid
system and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates 5 A max.

7199-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85ULight bulbs Light bulbs Bulb No. W Type
Exterior Front side marker lights
* 1
⎯ 5 B
Front turn signal lights
* 1
7444NA 28/8 A
Rear turn signal lights
* 1
⎯ 21 A
Back-up lights 921 16 B
Interior Door courtesy lights
* 2
⎯ 5 B
Vanity lights ⎯ 8 B
Luggage compartment light ⎯ 5 B
A: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
B: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
* 1
: Vehicles with single-beam headlights
* 2
: Vehicles without door trim ornament lights

744 9-2. Customization
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Turn signal lever ( → P. 252)
■
Automatic light control system ( → P. 258)
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Lights ( →
P. 258)
* 1
:Except for Canada
* 2
: If equipped
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Rain-sensing windshield wipers ( →
P. 267)Function Default setting Customized setting
The number of times the turn sig-
nal lights flash automatically
when the turn signal lever is
moved to the first position during
a lane change 3 5
— O7
Off 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Light sensor sensitivity Standard -2 to 2 O O
Time elapsed before headlights
automatically turn off after doors
are closed 30 seconds Off
OO
60 seconds
90 seconds 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Daytime running lights On Off
* 1
O O
Welcome lighting On Off — O
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting
System)
* 2
On Off — O
Windshield wiper linked head-
light illumination On Off — O 1 2
Function Default setting Customized setting
Wiper operation when the wiper
switch is in the “AUTO” position Rain-sensing oper-
ation Intermittent opera-
tion linked to vehi-
cle speed (with
interval adjuster) — O 1 2

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Vehicle specifications
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Illumination ( → P. 528)
* : If equipped Function Default setting Customized setting
Time elapsed before the interior
lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation after the power
switch is turned off On Off — O
Operation when the doors are
unlocked On Off — O
Operation when you approach
the vehicle with the electronic
key on your person On Off — O
Footwell lights and front center
console light On Off — O
Instrument panel ornament
light
* and door trim ornament
lights
* On Off — O
Time elapsed before the outer
foot lights turn off 15 seconds Off
O O7.5 seconds
30 seconds
Operation of the outer foot lights
when you approach the vehicle
with the electronic key on your
person On Off — O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when the doors are unlocked
with the power door lock switch On Off — O
Operation of the outer foot lights
when a door is opened On Off — O
Fading out of the outer foot lights
when they turn off Long Short — O 1 2

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RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UBoulon de réglage A
Boulon de réglage B
Vérifiez que le réservoir de carburant du véhicule est plein et que la zone
autour des phares n'est pas déformée.
Stationnez le véhicule sur une surface plane.
Installez-vous dans le siège conducteur.
Balancez le véhicule plusieurs fois.Headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners (in
French) (vehicles with single-beam headlights) The following is a French explanation of headlight aim instructions from the
headlight aim section in this manual.
Boulons de réglage du mouvement vertical 1
2
Avant de vérifier le réglage des phares 1
2
3
4

772 Alphabetical index
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UBack door
Power back door .................................142
Touchless power back door ......... 144
Wireless remote control ..................142
Back-up lights
Replacing light bulbs ........................637
Wattage ....................................................719
Battery (12-volt battery)
Battery checking ............................... 605
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ........................................ 695
Preparing and checking before
winter ................................................... 390
Replacing .............................................. 698
Warning light ...................................... 660
Battery (traction battery) ..................... 78
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)..................319
Blind Spot Monitor
function ............................................ 323
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function ............................................ 327 Bluetooth ®
............................................. 482
Audio system ....................................... 459
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone) .........................461
Bottle holders .........................................537
Brake
Brake Hold ........................................... 256
Fluid ............................................................ 716
Parking brake ...................................... 253
Regenerative braking ..........................76
Warning light ...................................... 660
Brake assist ............................................. 382
Brake Hold.............................................. 256
Warning light .........................................661
Break-in tips ............................................. 214
Brightness control
Instrument panel light control ........ 98
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ................. 319
Blind Spot Monitor function......... 323
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
function.................................................327B