lock LEXUS RX450h 2018 Owners Manual

6818-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UChock the tires.
Slightly loosen the wheel nuts (one
turn). For vehicles with wheel lock nuts, loosen
the wheel lock nut first.
Turn the tire jack portion by hand
until the notch of the jack is in con-
tact with the jack point. The jack point guides are located under
the rocker panel. They indicate the jack
point positions.Replacing a flat tire 1
Flat tire Wheel chock positions
Front Left-hand side Behind the rear right-hand side tire
Right-hand side Behind the rear left-hand side tire
Rear Left-hand side In front of the front right-hand side tire
Right-hand side In front of the front left-hand side tire2
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682 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85URaise the vehicle until the tire is
slightly raised off the ground.
Remove all the wheel nuts and the
tire. When resting the tire on the ground,
place the tire so that the wheel design
faces up to avoid scratching the wheel
surface. ■
If the spare tire cannot be lowered (RX450hL)
If the spare tire cannot be lowered, it may not have been stowed properly. Perform the
following procedure:
If the spare tire still cannot be lowered, the wire cable may be severed. Have the vehicle
inspected by your Lexus dealer. 4
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Fully tighten the spare tire clamp bolt by turn-
ing the jack handle clockwise until two clicks
are heard and the jack handle skips.
Turn the jack handle counterclockwise to
lower the spare tire.
If the spare tire still cannot be lowered,
attempt to fully tighten the spare tire clamp
bolt again by turning the jack handle clock-
wise. Then turn it counterclockwise at least 2
turns to lower the spare tire. 1
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684 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85URemove any dirt or foreign matter
from the wheel contact surface. If foreign matter is on the wheel contact
surface, the wheel nuts may loosen
while the vehicle is in motion, causing
the tire to come off.
Install the spare tire and loosely
tighten each wheel nut by hand by
approximately the same amount. Tighten the wheel nuts until the tapered
portion comes into loose contact with
the disc wheel seat.
Lower the vehicle.
Firmly tighten each wheel nut two or
three times in the order shown in the
illustration. For vehicles with wheel lock nuts,
tighten the wheel lock nut last
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
RX450h: Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all tools.
RX450hL: → P. 685Installing the spare tire 1
Disc wheel
seatTapered portion2
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686 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85ULay the tire on the ground with the
outer surface (valve stem) facing up.
Before raising the tire, make sure
that the hoist assembly is perpendic-
ular to the wheel opening. (Try to
place the tire directly beneath the
vehicle, near where the wire cable is
hanging from.)
Using the jack handle and adapter socket , tighten the tire clamp bolt by turn-
ing it clockwise until the tire is in the correct position and two clicks are heard
as the jack handle skips.
Confirm it is not loose after tighten-
ing:
Push and pull the tire
Try rotating Visually check to ensure tire is not
hung on surrounding parts.
If looseness or misassembly exists,
repeat steps
to .
Repeat step , any time the tire is lowered or disturbed.
Stow the jack and all tools. 4
Valve stem5
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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.

692 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Unlocking the door
Use the mechanical key ( → P. 133) in order to perform the following opera-
tions:
Insert the mechanical key while
pulling on the driver’s door han-
dle.
Unlocking the door. Turning the key rearward unlocks the
driver’s door. Turning the key again
unlocks the other doors.
Remove the key, return the handle, and then pull the handle again.If the electronic key does not operate properly If communication between the electronic key and vehicle is interrupted
( → P. 160) or the electronic key ca nnot be used because the battery is
depleted, the smart access system wi th push-button start and wireless
remote control cannot be used. In such cases, the doors can be opened and
the hybrid system can be started by following the procedure below.
Locking and unlocking the doors 1
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6938-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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Locking the door
With the door open, push down
the inside lock button.
Close the door. ■
Key linked functions
Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the power switch. When the electronic key is detected, a
buzzer sounds and the power switch will
turn to ON mode.
When the smart access system with
push-button start is deactivated in cus-
tomization setting, the power switch will
turn to ACCESSORY mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the power switch shortly and firmly.
In the event that the hybrid system still cannot be operated, contact your Lexus
dealer. 1
Closes the windows and the moon roof
* or
panoramic moon roof
* (turn and hold)
Opens the windows and the moon roof
* or
panoramic moon roof
* (turn and hold)
These settings must be customized at your
Lexus dealer.
* : If equipped
Starting the hybrid system 2 1
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6958-2. Steps to take in an emergency
8
When trouble arises
RX450h_RX450hL _U_OM48F85UIf you have a set of jumper (or booster) cables and a second vehicle with a 12-volt
battery, you can jump start your vehicle by following the steps below.
Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried. When connecting the jumper (or
booster) cables, depe nding on the situa-
tion, the alarm may activate and doors
locked. (
→ P. 87)
Open the hood ( → P. 595) and fuse
box cover.
Open the exclusive jump starting
terminal cover.If the 12-volt battery is discharged The following procedures may be used to start the hybrid system if the vehi-
cle’s 12-volt battery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus deal er or a qualified repair shop.1
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698 8-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery w ill discharge gradually even when the vehicle
is not in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the 12-volt battery may discharge, and the
hybrid system may be unable to start. (The 12-volt battery recharges automatically while
the hybrid system is operating.) ■
When the 12-volt battery is removed or discharged ●
In some cases, it may not be possible to un lock the doors using the smart access system
with push-button start when the 12-volt battery is discharged. Use the wireless remote
control or the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors.●
The hybrid system may not start on the first attempt after the 12-volt battery has
recharged but will start normally after the second attempt. This is not a malfunction. ●
The power switch mode is memorized by the vehicle. When the 12-volt battery is
reconnected, the system will retu rn to the mode it was in be fore the 12-volt battery was
discharged. Before disconnect ing the 12-volt battery, turn the power switch off.
If you are unsure what mode the power switch was in before the 12-volt battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when reconnecting the 12-volt battery. ●
The power back door must be initialized. ( → P. 150)■
When replacing the 12-volt battery ●
RX450h: Use a Central Degassing type 12 -volt battery (European Regulations).
RX450hL: Use a 12-volt battery designed for this vehicle. ●
RX450h: Use a 12-volt battery that the case size is same as the previous one (LN2),
20 hour rate capacity (20HR) is equivalent (60Ah) or greater, and performance rating
(CCA) is equivalent (460A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery cannot be properly secured.
• If the 20 hour rate capacity is low, even if the time period where the vehicle is not
used is a short time, the 12-volt battery may discharge and the hybrid system may
not be able to start.

712 9-1. Specifications
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Engine number
The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown.
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Front 
RearEngine Model 3.5 L 6-cylinder (2GR-FXS)
Type 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) Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 123 kW
Maximum torque 247 ft•lbf (335 N•m, 34.2 kgf•m)
Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Maximum output 50 kW
Maximum torque 103 ft•lbf (139 N•m, 14.2 kgf•m)