charging LEXUS RX450h 2022 Owner's Manual

4237-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
nance is performed. (P.356)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your
Dealer” is displayed (U.S.A. only)
Indicates that all maintenance is required 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 ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please
reset the message after the maintenance is
performed. ( P.356)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is
displayed
Indicates that the en gine oil should be
scheduled to be changed.
Check the engine oil and change it if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, make
sure to reset the message. ( P.367)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the en gine oil should be
changed.
Check and change the engine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the
engine oil, make sure to reset the message.
(  P.367)
■If a message that in dicates the need for
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the
multi-information display is malfunctioning.
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer immediately.
■If a message that in dicates the need for
referring to Owner’s Manual is dis-
played
●“Engine Coolant Temp High” is shown on the multi-information display, follow the
instructions. (
P.446)
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malf unction. Have the
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc-
tion”
• “Hybrid System Malfunction”
•“Check Engine”
• “Hybrid Battery System Malfunction”
• “Accelerator System Malfunction”
●If any of the following messages are
shown on the multi-info rmation display, it
may indicate a malfun ction. Immediately
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus
dealer.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Charging Syst em Malfunction”
• “Oil Pressure Low”
NOTICE
■If “High Power Consumption Partial
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is
displayed frequently
There is a possible malfunction relating
to the charging system or the 12-volt bat-
tery may be deteriorating. Have the vehi-
cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

4447-2. Steps to take in an emergency
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■When removing the 12-volt battery ter-
minals
When the 12-volt battery terminals are
removed, the information stored in the
ECU is cleared. Before removing the
12-volt battery terminals, contact your
Lexus dealer.
■Charging the 12-volt battery
The electricity stored in the 12-volt battery
will discharge gradually even when the
vehicle is not in use, due to natural dis-
charge and the draining effects of certain
electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for
a long time, the 12-volt battery may dis-
charge, and the hybrid system may be
unable to start. (T he 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
unlock 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 mechani-
cal 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 return to the
mode it was in before the 12-volt battery
was discharged. Before disconnecting
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
discharged, be especially careful when
reconnecting the 12-volt battery.
●The power back door mu st be initialized.
( P.119)
■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 per-
formance rating (CCA) is equivalent
(460A) or greater.
• If the sizes differ, the 12-volt battery can- not 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.
●Use a 12-volt battery with a handle. If a
12-volt battery without a handle is used,
removal is more difficult.
●After replacing, firm ly attach the follow-
ing items to the exhaust hole of the
12-volt battery.
• Use the exhaust hose that was attached to the 12-volt battery before replacing
and confirm that it is firmly connected to
the hole section of the vehicle.
• Use the exhaust hole plug included with the 12-volt battery re placed or the one
installed on the 12-volt battery prior to
the replacement. (Depending on the
12-volt battery to be replaced, the
exhaust hole may be plugged.)
RX450h
Exhaust hole plug
Exhaust hole
A
B

4457-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle
RX450hLExhaust hole
Exhaust hose
Hole section of the vehicle
●For details, consult your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When removing the 12-volt battery
terminals
Always remove the negative (-) terminal
first. If the positive (+) terminal contacts
any metal in the surrounding area when
the positive (+) terminal is removed, a
spark may occur, leading to a fire in addi-
tion to electrical shocks and death or
serious injury.
■Avoiding 12-volt battery fires or
explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the
12-volt battery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is con-
nected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentionally in contact with
any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the
jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or metal surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
C
D
A
B
C
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
lighters or allow open flame near the
12-volt battery.
■12-volt battery precautions
The 12-volt battery contains poisonous
and corrosive acidic electrolyte, while
related parts contain lead and lead com-
pounds. Observe the following precau-
tions when handling the 12-volt battery:
●When working with the 12-volt battery,
always wear safety glasses and take
care not to allow any battery fluids
(acid) to come into contact with skin,
clothing or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the 12-volt battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes
into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area
with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the
affected area until medical attention
can be received.
●Always wash your ha nds after handling
the 12-volt battery support, terminals,
and other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow childre n near the 12-volt
battery.
■After recharging the 12-volt battery
Have the 12-volt battery inspected at
your Lexus dealer as soon as possible.
If the 12-volt battery is deteriorating, con-
tinued use may cause the 12-volt battery
to emit a malodorous gas, which may be
detrimental to the health of passengers.
■When replacing the 12-volt battery
●When the vent plug and indicator are
close to the hold down clamp, the bat-
tery fluid (sulfuric acid) may leak.
●For information regarding 12-volt bat-
tery replacement, contact your Lexus
dealer.

4578-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
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 rates5 A max.
Hybrid transmission
Fluid capacity*5.1 qt. (4.8 L, 4.2 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the abov e type may cause abnormal noise or vibra-
tion, or ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Rear differential (rear electric motor)
Fluid capacity*1.9 qt. (1.8 L, 1.6 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Hybrid transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than the above type may cause abnormalnoise or vibration,
or ultimately damage the transmission of your vehicle.
Brakes
Pedal clearance*3.7 in. (95 mm) Min.
Pedal free play0.04  0.24 in. (1.0  6.0 mm)

516Alphabetical Index
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters .......................................377
Registering ID codes ............................... 379
Warning light ................................................. 414
Tires Chains ............................................................. 287
Checking ....................................................... 374
If you have a flat tire .................................. 424
Inflation pressure....................................... 380
Information .................................................... 463
Replacing ....................................................... 424
Rotating tires ................................................ 376
Size....................................................................458
Snow tires ......................................................286
Spare tire........................................................ 424
Tire inflation pressure display function......................................................................... 376
Tire pressure warning system ............. 376
Warning light ................................................. 414
Tools.................................................................. 425
Top tether strap................................................57
Total load capacity ...................................... 452
Towing Dinghy towing ................................................ 181
Emergency towing ...................................405
Towing eyelet .............................................. 407
Trailer towing ...................................................171
TRAC (Traction Control) ........................ 279
Traction battery (hybrid battery) Hybrid battery (traction battery) air vents.............................................................................. 71
Location............................................................. 69
Specification ................................................. 454
Warning message......................................... 72
Traction Control (TRAC) ........................ 279
Traction motor (electric motor) ............... 66
Trailer Sway Control.................................. 279
Trailer towing ................................................... 171
Transmission Driving mode select switch .................. 276
Hybrid transmission .................................. 189
M mode ............................................................. 191 Paddle shift switches ........................ 190, 191
Trip meters ........................................................ 87
Turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs................................393
Turn signal lever ...........................................192
Wattage ......................................................... 460
U
USB charging ports.................................... 329
V
Vanity lights.................................................... 340Wattage ......................................................... 460
Vanity mirrors ............................................... 340
VDIM (Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Man- agement)...................................................... 279
Vehicle data recording ....................................7
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Manage- ment (VDIM).............................................. 279
Vehicle identification number ................ 452
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) ........... 278
Ventilators (seat ventilators).....................312
VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) ........... 278
W
Warning buzzers
Approach warning.................................... 242
Brake Override System ...........................412
Door lock .......................................................... 110
Downshifting ................................................... 191
Drive-Start Control.....................................412
Electric power steering.............................413
Hands off steering wheel warning (LTA).......................................................................... 232
High coolant temperature...................... 410
Hybrid system overheat ............................ 411
Intuitive parking assist ................... 258, 415
Low engine oil pressure ............................ 411
LTA (Lane Tracing Assist)225, 228, 414
Open door ....................................................... 112

517Alphabetical Index
Open window ............................................... 152
PKSA (Parking Support Alert) ...........250
PKSB (Parking Support Brake) ...........415
Pre-collision braking.................................. 219
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) ........415
Seat belt ................................................. 413, 414
Warning label .................................................. 69
Warning lights................................................ 410 ABS .................................................................... 412
Brake hold operated indicator ............. 417
Brake Override System ........................... 412
Brake system ................................................ 410
Charging system ...........................................411
Drive-Start Control .................................... 412
Electric power steering ............................413
High coolant temperature ..................... 410
Hybrid system overheat warning light411
Intuitive parking assist OFF indicator 415
Low engine oil pressure.............................411
Low fuel level .................................................413
LTA indicator ................................................. 414
Malfunction indicator lamp.......................411
Master warning light .................................. 417
Parking brake indicator ............................416
PKSB OFF indicator ..................................415
Pre-collision system ...................................416
RCTA OFF indicator.................................415
Seat belt reminder light ................. 413, 414
Slip indicator ..................................................416
SRS...................................................................... 412
Tire pressure .................................................. 414
Warning messages ..................................... 420
Washer Adding ............................................................ 369
Preparing and checking before winter.........................................................................286
Switch .............................................................. 204
Washing and waxing..................................350
Weight Cargo capacity.................................. 167, 170
Load limits .......................................................170
Weight ............................................................ 452 Wheels ............................................................. 382
Size ................................................................... 458
Window lock switch .....................................153
Windows Power windows ............................................. 151
Rear window defogger.......................... 300
Washer ...........................................................204
Windshield wiper de-icer ........................ 305
Windshield wiper inserts ..........................385
Windshield wipers Position........................................................... 206
Rain-sensing windshield wipers .........204
Replacing a windshield wiper insert 385
Winter driving tips....................................... 286
Wireless charger ......................................... 330
Wireless remote control Battery-Saving Function...........................126
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 107
Replacing the battery .............................. 386
For information regarding the equipment listed below, refer to
the “NAVIGATION AND MULTI-
MEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL”.
· Navigation system
· Audio/visual system
· Panoramic view monitor
· Lexus parking assist monitor