Lexus 2015 RX350 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1Before driving Adjusting and operating features such as door locks, mir-
rors, and steering column.
2When driving Driving, stopping and safe-driving information.
3Interior features Air conditioning and audio systems, as well as other interior
features for a comfortable driving experience.
4Maintenance
and care
Cleaning and protecting your vehicle, performing do-it-your-
self maintenance, and maintenance information.
5When trouble
arises
What to do if the vehicle needs to be towed, gets a flat tire,
or is involved in an accident.
6Vehicle
specifications Detailed vehicle information.
7For owners Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt, SRS
airbag and headlight aim instructions for Canadian owners.
Index Alphabetical listing of information contained in this manual.
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1-1. Key information
Keys ..................................................... 30
1-2. Opening, closing and locking
the doors
Smart access system with
push-button start.......................... 35
Wireless remote control.............. 49
Side doors .......................................... 52
Back door........................................... 56
1-3. Adjustable components
(seats, mirrors,
steering wheel)
Front seats.......................................... 68
Rear seats........................................... 72
Driving position memory ................ 76
Head restraints.................................. 81
Seat belts ........................................... 83
Steering wheel................................. 90
Anti-glare inside rear
view mirror...................................... 92
Outside rear view mirrors........... 95
1-4. Opening and closing the
windows and moon roof
Power windows................................ 98
Moon roof ......................................... 101
1-5. Refueling
Opening the fuel tank cap......... 105
1-6. Theft deterrent system
Engine immobilizer system........ 110
Alarm.................................................... 112
Theft prevention labels ................. 116
1-7. Safety information
Correct driving posture ............... 117
SRS airbags ....................................... 119
Front passenger occupant
classification system.................. 132
Child restraint systems ............... 137
Installing child restraints............... 141
1Before driving
For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s
Manual” for information regarding the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Air conditioning controls
• Windshield wiper de-icer
• Rear view monitor system
• Intuitive parking assist
• Audio/video system
• Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogging
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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle........................ 154
Engine (ignition) switch .............. 165
Automatic transmission
(6-speed models) ........................ 171
Automatic transmission
(8-speed models) ...................... 178
Turn signal lever ............................ 187
Parking brake ................................. 189
Horn.................................................... 190
2-2. Instrument cluster
Gauges and meters ....................... 191
Indicators and warning
lights................................................. 194
Multi-information display......... 200
Head-up display ........................... 206
2-3. Operating the lights and
windshield wipers
Headlight switch.............................. 211
Fog light switch .............................. 215
Windshield wipers and
washer.............................................. 217
Rear window wiper and
washer............................................ 224
Headlight cleaner switch .......... 226
2-4. Using other driving systems
Cruise control ............................... 227
Dynamic radar cruise
control............................................ 232
Intuitive parking assist ................ 245
Rear view monitor system
(rear view mirror-attached
type)................................................ 255
Rear view monitor system
(vehicles with the Lexus
Display Audio system)............ 264
Driving assist systems................. 269
All-wheel drive lock switch...... 275
Hill-start assist control ............... 276
Pre-Collision System.................. 278
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ....... 286
2-5. Driving information
Utility vehicle precautions........ 292
Cargo and luggage..................... 296
Vehicle load limits......................... 301
Winter driving tips ....................... 302
Trailer towing................................ 306
Dinghy towing ............................... 323
2When driving
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3-1. Lexus Display Audio system
Lexus Display Audio
system ........................................... 328
Display settings ............................. 332
Setup menu..................................... 334
Vehicle information.................... 340
Mobile Assistant........................... 343
3-2. Using the air conditioning
system and defogger
Automatic air conditioning
system (with the Lexus
Display Audio system) ............ 345
Automatic air conditioning
system (without a navigation
system or the Lexus Display
Audio system)............................ 353
Rear window defogger
switch............................................... 361
Windshield wiper de-icer......... 363
3-3. Using the Lexus Display
Audio system
Audio system (with the Lexus
Display Audio system) ........... 365
Using the radio............................. 368
Using the CD player.................. 383
Playing an audio CD and
MP3/WMA discs.................... 384
Listening to an iPod..................... 394
Listening to a USB memory..... 402
Using the AUX port .................... 412
Listening to Bluetooth®
audio................................................ 414
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 428
Using the steering wheel
audio switches ........................... 430
Hands-free system
(for mobile phone).................... 433
Using the Bluetooth®
phone .............................................. 441
Setting the hands-free
system ............................................ 459
Bluetooth®settings .................... 472
3-4. Using the audio system
Audio system (without a
navigation system or the
Lexus Display Audio
system).......................................... 480
Using the radio............................. 483
Using the CD player................... 492
Playing MP3 and WMA
discs ................................................. 501
Operating an iPod........................ 510
Operating a USB memory...... 520
Bluetooth®audio system ........ 530
Using the Bluetooth®audio
system ........................................... 535
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Operating a Bluetooth®
enabled portable player........ 540
Setting up a Bluetooth®
enabled portable player......... 544
Bluetooth®audio system
setup ................................................ 551
Optimal use of the audio
system ............................................ 552
Using the AUX port ................... 554
Using the steering wheel
audio switches............................ 556
Hands-free system for
mobile phones........................... 560
Using the hands-free system
(for mobile phones).................. 565
Making a phone call.................... 573
Setting a mobile phone.............. 578
Security and system setup....... 584
Using the phone book............... 588
3-5. Using the interior lights
Interior lights list........................... 595
• Interior lights ............................... 596
• Personal lights ............................ 596
3-6. Using the storage features
List of storage features ............. 598
• Glove box .................................... 599
• Bottle holders/
door pockets.............................. 600
• Cup holders.................................. 601
• Console box................................ 604
• Coin holder ................................. 606
• Auxiliary boxes .......................... 606
• Under tray................................... 608
3-7. Other interior features
Sun visors........................................ 609
Vanity mirrors................................. 610
Clock.................................................... 611
Outside temperature
display............................................. 613
Multi-display light control.......... 615
Power outlets.................................. 616
Heated steering wheel ............... 619
Seat heaters and ventilators .... 620
Armrest............................................ 622
Coat hooks ..................................... 623
Assist grips...................................... 624
Floor mat.......................................... 625
Luggage compartment
features.......................................... 627
Garage door opener.................. 632
Compass ........................................ 638
Safety Connect............................. 642
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4-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle exterior.................. 650
Cleaning and protecting
the vehicle interior................... 653
4-2. Maintenance
Maintenance requirements ..... 656
General maintenance............... 659
Emission inspection and
maintenance (I/M)
programs
....................................... 663
4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service
precautions.................................. 664
Hood.................................................. 667
Positioning a floor jack.............. 668
Engine compartment.................. 670
Tires .................................................. 684
Tire inflation pressure................. 693
Wheels.............................................. 697
Air conditioning filter.................. 699
Electronic key battery................. 701
Checking and replacing
fuses................................................ 703
Headlight aim.................................. 716
Light bulbs........................................ 719
5-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers..................... 734
If your vehicle needs to be
towed.............................................. 735
If you think something is
wrong............................................. 742
Fuel pump shut off system ........ 743
5-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If a warning light turns on
or a warning buzzer
sounds... ........................................ 744
If a warning message is
displayed....................................... 754
If you have a flat tire..................... 774
If the engine will not start .......... 789
If the shift lever cannot be
shifted from P............................... 791
If you lose your keys.................... 792
If the electronic key does
not operate properly ............... 793
If the vehicle battery is
discharged ................................... 796
If your vehicle overheats ........... 799
If the vehicle becomes
stuck............................................... 802
If your vehicle has to
be stopped in an
emergency.................................. 804
4Maintenance and care 5When trouble arises
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6-1. Specifications
Maintenance data
(fuel, oil level, etc.).................... 806
Fuel information............................. 818
Tire information.............................. 821
6-2. Customization
Customizable features ............. 834
6-3. Initialization
Items to initialize ........................... 847
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners.......................... 850
Seat belt instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)..................................... 851
SRS airbag instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 853
Headlight aim instructions
for Canadian owners
(in French)................................... 863
Abbreviation list .................................. 868
Alphabetical index.............................. 870
What to do if... ...................................... 882
6Vehicle specifications 7For owners
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Pictorial index Exterior
Moon roof 
P. 101
Front fog lights
P. 215
Turn signal lights
P. 187
Windshield wipers
P. 217
Outside rear view mirrors
P. 95
Hood
P. 667
Front side marker lights
P. 211
Daytime running lights/
Parking lights
P. 211
Windshield wiper de-icer , *
P. 363
Headlights
P. 211
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: If equipped
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
Tail lights
P. 211
Rear window wiper
P. 224
Tires
●Rotation
●Replacement
●Inflation pressure
●Information
P. 684
P. 774
P. 815
P. 821
Rear side marker lights
P. 211
Rear turn signal lights
P. 187
Back door opener button
P. 56
Back door
P. 56
Fuel filler door
P. 105
Side doors
P. 52
Rear window defogger*
P. 361
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Pictorial index Interior
SRS driver airbag
P. 119
SRS knee airbags
P. 119
Front seats
P. 68
SRS front passenger
airbag
P. 119
Power outlet
AUX port
USB port*1
P. 616
P. 412, 554
P. 394, 402, 510, 520
Door pockets
Bottle holders
P. 600
P. 600
Rear SRS side airbags
P. 119
Power outlet
P. 616
Console box
P. 604
Armrest
Auxiliary box 
P. 622
P. 606
Power outlet 
P. 616
Power window switches
P. 98
Rear seats
P. 72
Head restraints
P. 81
Seat belts
P. 83
Front SRS side airbags
P. 119
Cup holders
P. 601
Rear seat entertainment system , *2
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A
Personal lights
Interior lights
P. 596
P. 596
Sun visors
P. 609
SRS curtain shield airbags
P. 119
Interior lights
Personal lights
P. 596
P. 596
Vanity mirrors
P. 610
“SOS” button 
Auxiliary box 
P. 642
P. 606
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*1: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
*2: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Moon roof switches 
P. 101
Anti-glare inside rear view mirror
Garage door opener switches
Compass 
P. 92
P. 632
P. 638
Rear view monitor system 
P. 255
Coat hooks
P. 623
Assist grips
P. 624
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B
Driving position memory switches 
P. 76
Door lock switches
P. 52
Window lock switch
P. 98
Power window switches
P. 98
Inside lock buttons
P. 52
Outside rear view mirror
switches
P. 95
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Lexus Display Audio controller 
P. 328
Automatic transmission shift lever
P. 171, 178
Shift lock override button
P. 791
Floor mat
P. 625
All-wheel drive lock switch 
P. 275
Seat heater and ventilator switches 
P. 620
VSC off switch
P. 269
Remote Touch , *
: If equipped
*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
Cup holders
P. 601
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Pictorial index Instrument panel
Headlight switch
Turn signal lever
Fog light switch
P. 211
P. 187
P. 215
Windshield wipers and washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch
P. 217
P. 224
Power back door main
switch
P. 58
Tilt and telescopic steering control switch
P. 90
Engine (ignition) switch
P. 165
Hood lock release
lever
P. 667
Gauges and meters
Multi-information display
P. 191
P. 200
Glove box
P. 599
Horn
P. 190
Parking brake pedal
P. 189
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AWithout a navigation system or the Lexus Display Audio system
Security indicator
P. 110, 112
Audio system
P. 480
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 734
●Display light control
●Outside temperature
display
●Clock
●Air conditioning
display
●Audio display
P. 615
P. 613
P. 611
P. 353
P. 480
Multi display
Air conditioning
system
P. 353
Rear window and outside rear view
mirror defogger switch
P. 361
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AWith the Lexus Display Audio system
Air conditioning
system
P. 345
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defogger
switch
P. 361
Audio system
P. 365
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 734
Security indicator
P. 110, 112
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Clock
P. 611
Lexus Display Audio
system
Rear view monitor
system
P. 328
P. 264
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*: Refer to the “Navigation System Owner's Manual”.
AWith a navigation system
Air conditioning
system*
Navigation system*
Rear window and
outside rear view
mirror defogger
switch*
Audio system*
Emergency
flasher switch
P. 734
Security indicator
P. 110, 112
Clock*
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B
Pictorial index Instrument panel
Telephone switch*
P. 433, 560
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button 
P. 232
Talk switch*
P. 433, 560
Steering wheel audio switches*
P. 430, 556
Type A
Multi-information switches
P. 200
Cruise control switch
P. 227, 232
Telephone switch*
P. 433, 560
Vehicle-to-vehicle distance
button 
P. 232
Talk switch*
P. 433, 560
Steering wheel audio switches*
P. 430, 556
Type B
Multi-information switches
P. 200
Cruise control switch
P. 227, 232
Paddle shift switches
P. 171, 178
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Pre-collision braking
off switch
P. 279
Tire pressure warning
reset switch
P. 686
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Heated steering wheel
switch 
P. 619
Head-up display main switch 
P. 206
Display position adjustment
switch 
P. 206
Display contrast adjustment
switch 
P. 206
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*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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: If equipped
*: For vehicles with a navigation system, refer to the “Navigation System Owner’s Manual”.
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Cup holder
P. 601
Headlight cleaner switch 
P. 226
Power back door switch
P. 57
Fuel filler door opener
P. 105
Instrument panel light
control buttons
P. 192
“ODO/TRIP” button
P. 192
Windshield wiper de-icer switch , *
P. 363
BSM main switch 
P. 286
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