steering LEXUS RX450h 2021 Manual PDF

4758-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
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 under that condition
Maximum inflation pressureThe maximum cold inflated pressure to which a tire
may be inflated, shown on the sidewall of the tire
Recommended inflation pressureCold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard
items which may be replaced) of hybrid transmis-
sion, power steering, power brakes, power win-
dows, power seats, radio and heater, to the extent
that these items are available as factory-installed
equipment (whether installed or not)
Curb weight
The weight of a motor vehicle with standard equip-
ment, including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil
and coolant, and if so equipped, air conditioning
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 number of occupants
specified in the second column of Table 1
* that fol-
lows
Occupant distributionDistribution of occupants in a vehicle as specified in
the third column of Table 1
* below
Production options weight
The combined weight of installed regular produc-
tion options weighing over 5 lb. (2.3 kg) in excess of
the standard items which they replace, not previ-
ously considered in curb weight or accessory
weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers,
roof rack, heavy duty 12-volt battery, and special
trim

4868-2. Customization
■Steering wheel (P.148)
■Outside rear view mirrors ( P.150)
*:If equipped
■Power windows, and moon roof* or panoramic moon roof* ( P.153, 155, 158)
*:If equipped
■Moon roof* ( P.155)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Auto tilt away functionOnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Automatic mirror folding and
extending operation
*
Linked to the lock-
ing/unlocking of the doorsOff
——OLinked to operation of the power switch
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Mechanical key linked opera-
tionOffOn——O
Wireless remote control linked
operationOffOn (open only)——O
Wireless remote control linked
operation signal (buzzer)OnOff——O
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Linked operation of compo-
nents when mechanical key is
used (open only)
Slide onlyTilt only——O
Linked operation of compo-
nents when wireless remote
control is used
Slide onlyTilt only——O
ABC
ABC
ABC
ABC

4888-2. Customization
■PCS (Pre-Collision System) (P.220)
■LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) ( P.227)
■RSA (Road Sign Assist)* ( P.236)
*:If equipped
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
PCS (Pre-Collision System)OnOff—O—
Adjust alert timingMiddleEarly—O—Late
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Lane centering functionOnOff—O—
Steering assist functionOnOff—O—
Alert typeSteering wheel
vibrationBuzzer—O—
Alert sensitivityHighStandard—O—
Vehicle sway warning functionOnOff—O—
Vehicle sway warning sensitiv-
ityStandardHigh—O—Low
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
RSA (Road Sign Assist)OnOff—O—
Excess speed notification
methodDisplay onlyNo notification—O—Display and buzzer
Excess speed notification level1 mph (2 km/h)3 mph (5 km/h)—O—5 mph (10 km/h)
Other notifications method
(No-entry notification)Display onlyNo notification—O—Display and buzzer
ABC
ABC
ABC

510What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.446)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.446)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.393)
 Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power
switch off. ( P.187)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop- erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. (
P.126)
 Is the child-protector lock set?
The rear door cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle when the lock is set.
Open the rear door from outside and then
unlock the child-protector lock. ( P.112)
 Did you press the power switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.184)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.184)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.125)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.185)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the hy brid system can be
started in a temporary way. ( P.448)
 Is the 12-volt battery discharged?
( P.449)
 Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The rear door cannot be opened
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

511What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the power
switch in ON mode (P.192)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.185)
 Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at
the driver’s seat cannot be operated if the
window lock switch is pressed. ( P.155)
 The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or ON mode (the
hybrid system is not operating) for a
period of time. ( P.187)
 The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the passengers wearing
the seat belts? ( P.421)
 The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.195)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. ( P.418, 428) 
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
( P.75)
Do one of the following to stop the
alarms:
 Unlock the doors.
 Turn the power switch to ACCES-
SORY or ON mode, or start the
hybrid system.
 Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. ( P.428)
 When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.418, 428.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
replace the flat tire with the spare
tire. ( P.432)
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the hybrid system is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The power switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire

514Alphabetical Index
BrakeBrake hold...................................................... 198
Fluid ......................................................375, 465
Parking brake ............................................... 195
Regenerative braking ................................. 67
Warning light ................................................ 418
Brake assist .................................................... 283
Break-in tips.....................................................165
Brightness control Instrument panel light control ................ 87
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........................247
Buzzer Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA)......................................................................... 234
C
Care Exterior ...........................................................356
Interior .............................................................359
Seat belts........................................................359
Wheels and wheel ornaments............356
Cargo capacity..................................... 169, 172
Cargo hooks ................................................. 329
Cargo net hooks .......................................... 329
Center Display .............................................300
Chains .............................................................. 292
Child restraint system Fixed with a LATCH system .................. 54
Fixed with a seat belt...................................50
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 39
Points to remember .................................... 45
Riding with children ..................................... 45
Types of child restraint system installation method ........................................................... 46
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 57
Child safety 12-volt battery precautions .......378, 453
Airbag precautions...................................... 36
Child restraint system................................. 46
Heated steering wheel and seat heater precautions................................................. 318 How your child should wear the seat belt
............................................................................. 27
Moon roof precautions.............................157
Panoramic moon roof precautions ... 160
Power back door precautions ............... 113
Power window lock switch .................... 155
Power window precautions .................. 154
Rear door child-protectors ..................... 112
Seat belt extender precautions.............. 27
Seat belt precautions .................................. 45
Child-protectors............................................. 112
Cleaning Exterior........................................................... 356
Interior ............................................................ 359
Radar sensor ..................................................214
Seat belts ....................................................... 359
Wheels and wheel ornaments ........... 356
Clock ........................................................83, 343
Coat hooks..................................................... 343
Coin box.......................................................... 328
Compass ......................................................... 352
Condenser ..................................................... 374
Console box .................................................. 326
Cooling system............................................. 373 Engine overheating...................................454
Hybrid system overheating ................. 456
Cornering lights ........................................... 202 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 400
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ......................................238
Cup holders ................................................... 327
Current fuel consumption .......................... 90
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 30
Customizable features ..............................480
D
Daytime running light system .................200
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 306
Rear window ............................................... 306
Windshield ................................................... 306

515Alphabetical Index
DifferentialRear differential oil ....................................465
Dimension ...................................................... 460
Dinghy towing................................................ 183
Display Center Display........................................... 300
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 238
Energy monitor.............................................. 99
Head-up display ........................................... 95
Intuitive parking assist.............................. 255
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).................... 232
Multi-information display ..........................88
RCTA ................................................................ 261
Warning message..................................... 428
Distance until next engine oil change .... 87
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 363
Door courtesy lights .....................................321 Wattage..........................................................468
Door lock Power back door.......................................... 113
Side doors ...................................................... 109
Smart access system with push-button start ..................................................................125
Wireless remote control..........................107
Door pockets ................................................ 328
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system ..............................................................112
Door glasses ..................................................153
Door lock warning buzzer ...................... 110
Open door warning buzzer ....................112
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 150
Rear door child-protectors ......................112
Side doors ...................................................... 109
Drive distance .................................................. 90
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory......................... 142
Memory recall function ............................143
Power easy access system ..................... 142
Drive-start control ........................................165 Driving
Break-in tips .................................................. 165
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving mode select switch ................... 281
Hybrid vehicle driving tips ................... 289
Procedures .................................................... 164
Winter drive tips ...........................................291
Driving assist system information ............ 92
Driving information display ........................ 90
Driving position memory............................ 142 Memory recall function.............................143
Power easy access system .....................142
Driving range ................................................... 90
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ........................................ 238Warning message ..................................... 246
E
ECB (Electronically Controlled Brake Sys-
tem) ................................................................ 283
EDR (Event data recorder) ........................... 8
E-Four .............................................................. 284
Elapsed time ..................................................... 90
Electric motor (traction motor) ................ 66
Electric Power Steering (EPS) .............. 284 Warning light .................................................421
Electronic key ................................................ 106 Battery-saving function.............................126
If the electronic key does not operate properly ....................................................... 447
Replacing the battery ...............................393
Electronic sunshade Jam protection function ........................... 159
Operation ....................................................... 158
Electronically Controlled Brake System (ECB) ............................................................ 283
Emergency flashers ..................................... 410
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds.................... 418
If a warning light turns on........................ 418
If a warning message is displayed .....428
If the 12-volt battery is discharged ....449

516Alphabetical Index
If the electronic key does not operate properly....................................................... 447
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ......................................................................... 446
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 444
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water411
If you have a flat tire .................................. 432
If you lose your keys................................. 446
If you think something is wrong ........... 417
If your vehicle becomes stuck............. 457
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 410
If your vehicle needs to be towed ....... 413
If your vehicle overheats ........................ 454
Energy monitor ..................................... 99, 100
Engine ACCESSORY mode ...............................187
Compartment ............................................... 371
Engine switch................................................ 184
Hood................................................................369
How to start the hybrid system ........... 184
Identification number .................................461
If the hybrid system will not start ........ 444
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................. 410
Ignition switch (power switch) ............. 184
Overheating................................................. 454
Power switch ................................................ 184
Tachometer ..................................................... 83
Engine coolant Capacity ......................................................... 464
Checking ....................................................... 373
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 291
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 83
Engine oil Capacity ......................................................... 463
Checking ......................................................... 371
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 291
Warning light .................................................419
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 373 Engine switch (power switch) ................. 184
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency .................................................. 410
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .............. 284 Warning light .................................................421
EV drive mode............................................... 189
EV indicator .......................................................67
Event data recorder (E DR) ........................... 8
F
Flat tire
Tire pressure warning system .............382
Vehicles with a spare tire....................... 432
Floor mats .......................................................... 24
Fluid Brake ............................................................... 465
Hybrid transmission................................. 465
Washer ...........................................................375
Fog lights Switch.............................................................. 206
Footwell light ...................................................321
Front automatic air conditioning system .......................................................................... 304
Front fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............................... 400
Front passenger footwell hooks ............ 345
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 39
Front seats Adjustment ....................................................... 131
Cleaning ........................................................ 359
Correct driving posture ............................ 25
Driving position memory .........................142
Head restraints............................................. 145
Memory recall function.............................143
Power easy access system .....................142
Seat heaters ................................................... 318
Seat position memory ...............................142
Seat ventilators ............................................. 318
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................. 200
Replacing light bulbs ............................... 400

517Alphabetical Index
Front side marker lightsReplacing light bulbs............................... 400
Wattage..........................................................468
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................... 400, 402
Turn signal lever ...........................................194
Wattage..........................................................468
Fuel Capacity ......................................................... 462
Fuel gauge ....................................................... 83
Information .................................................... 469
Refueling ............................................................211
Type.................................................................. 462
Warning light ................................................. 421
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 90
Current fuel consumption........................ 90
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened......................................................................... 446
Refueling ............................................................211
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 83
Fuses ................................................................. 395
G
Garage door opener ................................. 346
Gauges ............................................................... 83
G-force................................................................. 91
Glove box ....................................................... 326
Glove box light ............................................. 326
Grocery bag hooks .................................... 330
H
Hands Free Power Back Door ................. 116
Head restraints ...............................................145
Headlight aim ................................................ 397
Headlights Adaptive Front-lighting System (AFS)......................................................................... 202
Automatic High Beam system............ 203
Light switch ...................................................200 Replacing light bulbs ............................... 400
Head-up display.............................................. 95 Driving information display area ...........95
HUD (Head-up display) switch ............ 96
Hybrid System Indicator ........................... 99
Navigation system-linked display ........98
Settings............................................................... 97
Heated steering wheel ............................... 318
Heaters Front automatic air conditioning system......................................................................... 304
Heated steering wheel ............................. 318
Outside rear view mirrors.................... 306
Rear automatic air conditioning system
........................................................................... 315
Seat heaters ................................................... 318
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs ............................... 400
High-voltage components ......................... 69
Hill-start assist control ............................... 284
Hood Open............................................................... 369
Hooks Cargo hooks................................................329
Cargo net hooks ........................................329
Coat hooks ...................................................343
Front passenger footwell hooks.........345
Grocery bag hooks................................. 330
Retaining hooks (floor mat) ..................... 24
Horn ................................................................... 148
HUD (Head-up display) switch ................ 96
Hybrid battery (traction battery) Location ............................................................. 69
Specification ................................................. 462
Warning message ........................................ 72
Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents ............................................................................... 71
Hybrid system .................................................. 66 Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System .......68
Emergency shut off system...................... 72
Energy monitor/consumption screen99
EV drive mode............................................. 189

519Alphabetical Index
LeverAuxiliary catch lever .................................369
Hood lock release lever.........................369
Shift lever........................................................... 191
Turn signal lever ...........................................194
Wiper lever...................................................206
Lexus climate concierge .......................... 303
Lexus Enform Safety Connect.................. 60
Lexus Safety System + 2.0 AHB (Automatic High Beam)............ 203
Dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range ...................................... 238
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist).....................227
PCS (Pre-Collision System)................ 220
RSA (Road Sign Assist) ......................... 236
License plate lights Light switch ...................................................200
Replacing light bulbs............................... 400
Light bulbs Replacing .......................................................399
Lights Automatic High Beam system............ 203
Fog light switch ...........................................206
Front interior lights ...................................... 321
Front personal lights................................. 322
Headlight switch ........................................200
Interior lights................................................... 321
Interior lights list............................................ 321
Rear interior lights ....................................... 321
Rear personal lights.................................. 322
Replacing light bulbs............................... 400
Turn signal lever ...........................................194
Vanity lights .................................................. 345
Wattage..........................................................468
Lock steering column ................................. 185
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) Operation.......................................................227
Warning messages .................................. 235
Luggage cover ............................................. 330M
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance ................. 367
General maintenance .............................363
Maintenance data ..................................... 460
Maintenance requirements ..................362
Malfunction indicator lamp .......................419
Master warning light .................................. 425
Menu icons........................................................ 89
Meter Clock...................................................................83
Hybrid System Indicator ...........................85
Indicators.......................................................... 80
Instrument panel light control................. 87
Meter control switches ..............................89
Meters.................................................................83
Multi-information display ......................... 88
Settings............................................................... 92
Units.......................................................................91
Warning lights .............................................. 418
Warning message .....................................428
Micro dust and pollen filter ........................ 311
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............................. 149
Outside rear view mirror defoggers306
Outside rear view mirrors...................... 150
Vanity mirrors ..............................................345
Moon roof Door lock linked moon roof operation........................................................................... 156
Door lock linked panoramic moon roof operation ..................................................... 159
Jam protection function ........................... 156
Operation ....................................................... 155
Multi-information display ............................ 88 Audio system-linked display ................... 92
AWD Control ..................................................91
Drive information ..........................................90
Driving assist system information ......... 92
Driving information display ......................90