child lock LEXUS RX450H 2019 User Guide

1523-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may cause parts of the body to be caught, resulting in death or serious
injury.
■Before driving the vehicle
Before driving the vehicle, ma ke sure that the power back door is fully closed. If the
power back door is not fully closed, it may open unexpectedly while driving, causing an
accident.
■Caution while driving
●Keep the power back door closed while driving.
If the power back door is left open, it may hit nearby objects while driving or luggage
may be unexpectedly thrown out, causing an accident.
In addition, exhaust gases may enter the ve hicle, causing death or a serious health
hazard. Make sure to close the po wer back door before driving.
●Never let anyone sit in the luggage compartment.
In the event of sudden braking, sudden swerving or a collision, they are susceptible to
death or serious injury.
■When children are in the vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not allow children to play in the luggage compartment.
If a child is accidentally locked in the luggage compartment, they could have heat
exhaustion or other injuries.
●Do not allow a child to open or close the power back door.
Doing so may cause the power back door to move unexpectedly, or cause the child’s
hands, arms, head, or neck to be caught by the closing power back door. (The power
back door will not operate when it is disabled: P. 112)

1793-3. Adjusting the seats
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Operation of each component
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WARNING
■When a rear seatback is folded
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Do not fold down the rear seatbacks while driving.
●Stop the vehicle on level grou nd, apply the parking brake and shift the shift lever to P.
●Do not allow anyone to sit on a folded rear seatback or in th e luggage compartment
while driving.
●Do not allow children to enter the luggage compartment.
■When operating the rear seatback
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Make sure that passengers are clear of the rear seatback before operating it.
●To prevent hands and other body parts from being caught, keep them away from the
gaps in the seats and the moving parts of the seats when operating a rear seatback.
●Power seat: Do not let children operate th e rear seatback. Other passengers may get
caught in the seat.
●Power seat: Make sure that a ll passengers are clear of a seat before folding it. Do not
let passengers sit in the seat while it is being folded.
■Seat adjustment
●Second-row seats: To reduce the risk of sliding under the lap belt during a collision,
do not recline the seat more than necessary.
If the seat is reclined excessively, the la p belt may slide past the hips and apply
restraint forces directly to the abdomen, or your neck may contact the shoulder belt,
increasing the risk of de ath or serious injury in the event of an accident.
●Adjustments should not be made while dr iving as the seat may unexpectedly move
and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
■After adjusting the rear seats
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Manual seats: Make sure that the rear se atback is securely locked in position by
lightly pushing it back and forth.
●Check that the seat belts are not twisted or caught between or behind in the rear
seatback.

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RX450h_RX450hL_U3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
The power windows can be opened and closed using the switches.
Operating the switch move
s the windows as follows:
Closing
One-touch closing
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Opening
One-touch opening
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: To stop the window partway, operate the switch in the op posite direction.
Press the switch down to lock the pas-
senger windows. The indicator light will
come on when the passenger windows
are locked.
Use this switch to prevent children from
accidentally opening or closing a pas-
senger window.
The passenger windows can still be
opened and closed using the driver’s
switch even if the lock switch is on.
Power windows
Opening and closing procedures
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Window lock switch
Indicator

1993-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
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Operation of each component
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WARNING
Observe the following precautions.
Failing to do so may result in death or serious injury.
■Opening and closing the windows
●The driver is responsible for all the power window operations, including the operation
for the passengers. In order to prevent accidental operation, especially by a child, do
not let a child operate the power windows. It is possible for children and other passen-
gers to have body parts caught in the powe r window. Also, when riding with a child, it
is recommended to use the window lock switch. ( P. 196)
●When using the wireless remote control or mechanical key and operating the power
windows, operate the power window after checking to make sure that there is no pos-
sibility of any passenger having any of their body parts caught in the window. Also do
not let a child operate power window by the wireless remote control or mechanical
key. It is possible for child ren and other passengers to get caught in the power win-
dow.
●When exiting the vehicle, turn the power swit ch off, carry the key and exit the vehicle
along with the child. There may be accidental operation, due to mischief, etc., that
may possibly lead to an accident.
■Jam protection function
●Never use any part of your body to intentionally activate the jam protection function.
●The jam protection function may not work if something gets jammed just before the
window is fully closed. Be careful not to get any part of your body jammed in the win-
dow.
■Catch protection function
●Never use any part of your body or clothing to intentionally activate the catch protec-
tion function.
●The catch protection function may not work if something gets caught just before the
window is fully opened. Be ca reful not to get any part of your body or clothing caught
in the window.
●Check to make sure th at all passengers do
not have any part of their body in a position
where it could be caught when a window is
being operated.

6097-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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■Before recharging
When recharging, the 12-volt battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following precautions before recharging:
●If recharging with the 12-volt battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect the
ground cable.
●Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and disconnecting
the charger cables to the 12-volt battery.
■After recharging/reconnecting the 12-volt battery
●The hybrid system may not start. Follow the procedure below to initialize the system.
Shift the shift lever to P.
Open and close any of the doors.
Restart the hybrid system.
●Unlocking the doors using the smart access system with push-button start may not be
possible immediately after reconnecting the 12-volt battery. If this happens, use the
wireless remote control or the mechan ical key to lock/unlock the doors.
●Start the hybrid system with the power sw itch in ACCESSORY mode. The hybrid sys-
tem may not start with the power switch turned off. However, the hybrid system will
operate normally from the second attempt.
●The power switch mode is recorded by the vehicle. If the 12-volt battery is reconnected,
the vehicle will return the power switch mode to the status it was in before the 12-volt
battery was disconnected. Make sure to turn off the power before disconnect the 12-
volt battery. Take extra care when connec ting the 12-volt battery if the power switch
mode prior to discharge is unknown.
If the system will not start even after multip le attempts at all methods above, contact your
Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■Chemicals in the 12-volt battery
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous and corrosive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive. To reduce the risk of death or serious
injury, take the following precautions while working on or near the 12-volt battery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the 12-volt battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the 12-volt battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when working near the 12-volt battery.
●Keep children away from the 12-volt battery.
■Where to safely charge the 12-volt battery
Always charge the 12-volt battery in an open area. Do not charge the 12-volt battery in
a garage or closed room where th ere is insufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the 12-volt battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or less). The 12-volt battery may explode if charged
at a quicker rate.
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RX450h_RX450hL_UWhat to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, ne
w genuine mechanical keys can be made
by your Lexus dealer. ( P. 133)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact your Lexus dealer immediately. ( P. 135)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? ( P. 630)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. (P. 240)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly du e to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 160)
●Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from in side the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then unlock the child-protector lock.
( P. 139)
If you have a problem, check the foll owing before contacting your Lexus
dealer.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened

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RX450h_RX450hL_UAlphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 507
Air conditioning filter........................625
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 507, 522
S-FLOW mode ................................... 514
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)....... 382 Warning light ........................................ 661
Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS) ...................................................... 259
Adaptive Variable Suspension System ................................................... 383
AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System) .................................................. 259
Air conditioning filter .......................... 625
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter........................625
Automatic air conditioning system ..................................... 507, 522
S-FLOW mode ................................... 514 Airbags .........................................................36
Airbag operating conditions .......... 43
Airbag precautions for your child.......................................................... 39
Airbag warning light ....................... 660
Correct driving posture .................... 30
Curtain shield airbag operating conditions ....................... 43
Curtain shield airbag precautions ............................................ 41
Front passenger occupant classification system..........................47
General airbag precautions ........... 39
Locations of airbags............................ 36
Modification and disposal of airbags .....................................................42
Seat cushion airbag ..............................37
Side airbag operating conditions ............................................. 43
Side airbag precautions .................... 39
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions ....................... 43
Side and curtain shield airbags precautions .......................................... 39
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners ................... 754
SRS airbags ............................................. 36
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CareAluminum wheels ............................... 581
Exterior................................................... 580
Interior .................................................... 584
Seat belts ............................................... 585
Self-restoring coat ............................ 580
Cargo capacity............................ 220, 710
Cargo hooks .......................................... 540
Cargo net hooks ................................... 540
Chains .........................................................391
Child restraint system............................ 55 Booster seats installation................... 64
Convertible seats installation .............................................. 62
Front passenger occupant classification system ......................... 47
Infant seats definition .............................61
Infant seats installation ........................ 57
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors ................................................... 67
Installing CRS with seat belts ............................................................61
Installing CRS with top tether strap.......................................................... 70
LATCH anchors ................................... 67 Child safety
.................................................... 54
12-volt battery precautions .......................... 609, 700
Airbag precautions.............................. 39
Child restraint system......................... 55
How your child should wear the seat belt .............................. 33
Installing child restraints .................... 55
Moon roof precautions .................. 203
Panoramic moon roof precautions ....................................... 207
Power back door precautions ......................................... 152
Power window lock switch.............196
Power window precautions ...........199
Rear door child-p rotectors ............139
Removed key battery precautions .........................................631
Seat belt extender precautions .......................................... 35
Seat belt precautions .......................... 35
Seat heater precautions ................. 525
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Child-protectors.....................................139
Cleaning.......................................580, 584 Aluminum wheels ............................... 581
Exterior................................................... 580
Interior .................................................... 584
Seat belts ............................................... 585
Clock ................................................ 96, 548
Coat hooks.............................................. 559
Compass .................................................. 567
Condenser .............................................. 602
Console box ........................................... 534
Consumption screen ................. 105, 124
Coolant Capacity .................................................. 715
Checking................................................. 601
Preparing and checking before winter ................................... 390
Cooling system ...................................... 601 Hybrid system overheating ..........702
Cornering lights .................................... 259
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ................... 306
Cup holders ............................................ 535
Curtain shield airbags ........................... 37
Customizable features ....................... 736
Customized mode ............................... 379 Daytime running light system.......... 260
Defogger
Outside rear view mirrors ..............516
Rear window..........................................516
Windshield..............................................516
Differential ................................................ 716
Dimensions ............................................... 710
Dinghy towing ....................................... 238
Display Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................306
Energy monitor..................................... 124
LKA (Lane-Keeping Assist)......... 302
Multi-information display.................. 101
Warning messages .......................... 667
Do-it-yourself maintenance............. 593
Doors Automatic door locking and unlocking system..............................139
Door lock................................................ 138
Outside rear view mirrors ..............193
Power back door ................................ 142
Rear door child-p rotectors ............139
Side doors ...............................................136
Side windows ........................................196D

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S-FLOW mode .......................................514
Seat belts..................................................... 32Adjusting the seat belt ........................ 32
Automatic Locking Retractor ................................................ 33
Child restraint system installation ..............................................55
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt .............................................. 585
Emergency Locking Retractor ................................................ 33
How to wear your seat belt ............. 32
How your child should wear the seat belt .............................. 33
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use.................................................... 34
Reminder light and buzzer ...........662
Seat belt extender................................. 33
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners ...................753
Seat belt pretensioners ...................... 33
SRS warning light.............................. 660 Seat position memory ........................... 181
Seat ventilators.......................................527
Seating capacity ....................................223
Seats
Adjustment.............................................. 167
Adjustment precautions................... 167
Child seats/child restraint system installation ............................. 55
Cleaning.................................................584
Driving position memory.................. 181
Folding down the rear seatbacks ............................................ 168
Front seat heaters.............................. 526
Head restraint....................................... 186
Power easy access system .............. 181
Properly sitting in the seat ................ 30
Rear seat heaters ............................... 527
Seat position memory ........................ 181
Seat ventilators.................................... 527
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*: Refer to the “NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL”.