Lexus RX500h (2023 year). Manual in english - page 2

If the head restraint cannot be removed,

WARNING

●

When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the

seat belts in positions next to the child

restraint without interfering with it or

affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be

sure your seat belt fits snugly across

your shoulder and low on your hips. If it

does not, or if it interferes with the

child restraint, move to a different posi-

tion. Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●

When installing a child restraint system

in the rear center seat, adjust both seat

cushions to the same position and

align both seatbacks at the same

angle. The seatbacks must be adjusted

to the same angle. Otherwise, the

child restraint system cannot be

securely restrained and this may cause

death or serious injuries in the event of

sudden braking, sudden swerving or

an accident.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

■

When installing a booster seat

To prevent the belt from going into ALR

lock mode, do not fully extend the shoul-

der belt. ALR mode causes the belt to

tighten only. This could cause injury or

discomfort to the child. (



P.30)

■

Do not use a seat belt extender

If a seat belt extender is used when

installing a child restraint system, the seat

belt will not securely hold the child

restraint system, which could cause

death or serious injury to the child or

other passengers in the event of sudden

braking, sudden swerving or an accident.

Child restraint system fixed with
a child restraint LATCH anchor
(except for Puerto Rico)

1-2. Child safety

For safety and security

raise it to the uppermost position.

Widen the gap between the seat
cushion and seatback slightly.



With flexible lower attachments

Latch the hooks of the lower
attachments onto the LATCH
anchors.
For owners in Canada:
The symbol on a child restraint sys-
tem indicates the presence of a
lower connector system.

Canada only



With rigid lower attachments

Latch the buckles onto the LATCH
anchors.
For owners in Canada:
The symbol on a child restraint sys-
tem indicates the presence of a
lower connector system.

Canada only

If the child restraint has a top tether
strap, follow the child restraint man-
ufacturer’s operation manual
regarding the installation, using the
top tether strap to latch onto the
top tether strap anchor. (

P.65)

After installing the child restraint
system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
(

■

When installing in the rear center
seat

There are no LATCH anchors behind
the rear center seat. However, the

1-2. Child safety

inboard LATCH anchors of the out-
board seats, which are 18.5 in. (470
mm) apart, can be used if the child
restraint system manufacturer’s
instructions permit use of those
anchors with the anchor spacing
stated.
Child restraint systems with rigid lower
attachments cannot be installed in the
center seat. This type of child restraint
system can only be installed in the out-
board seat.

■

Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

The LATCH system conforms to

FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.

Child restraint systems conforming to

FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications

can be used.

This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE

J1819.

■

ISOFIX lower anchorages (ISO-
FIX child restraint system)

Lower anchorages are provided for the
outboard rear seats. (Buttons display-
ing the location of the anchorages are
attached to the seats.)

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

When using the LATCH anchors, be

sure that there are no foreign objects

around the anchors and that the seat

belt is not caught behind the child

restraint system.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●

Never attach two child restraint system

attachments to the same anchor. In a

collision, one anchor may not be

strong enough to hold two child

restraint system attachments and may

break.

If the LATCH anchors are already in

use, use the seat belt to install a child

restraint system in the center seat.

●

When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the

seat belts in positions next to the child

restraint without interfering with it or

affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be

sure your seat belt fits snugly across

your shoulder and low on your hips. If it

does not, or if it interferes with the

child restraint, move to a different posi-

tion. Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

Child restraint system fixed with
an ISOFIX lower anchorage (for
Puerto Rico)

1-2. Child safety

For safety and security

■

When installing in the rear out-
board seats

If the child restraint system on hand is
not within the “universal” category (or
the necessary information is not in the
table), refer to the “Vehicle List” pro-
vided by the child restraint system
maker for various possible installation
positions, or check the compatibility
after asking the retailer of the child
restraint system. (

P.47)

Adjust the seat.

If there is a gap between the child seat and

the seatback, adjust the seatback angle

until good contact is achieved.

Remove the head restraint if it inter-
feres with your child restraint sys-
tem. (

If the head restraint cannot be removed,

raise it to the uppermost position.

Widen the gap between the seat
cushion and seatback slightly.



With flexible lower attachments

Latch the hooks of the lower
attachments onto the lower
anchorages.

1-2. Child safety



With rigid lower attachments

Latch the buckles onto the lower
anchorages.



P.65)

After installing the child restraint
system, rock it back and forth to
ensure that it is installed securely.
(



■

When installing in the rear center
seat

There are no lower anchorages behind
the rear center seat. However, the
inboard lower anchorages of the out-
board seats, which are 18.5 in. (470
mm) apart, can be used if the child
restraint system manufacturer’s
instructions permit use of those

anchors with the anchor spacing
stated.
Child restraint systems with rigid lower
attachments cannot be installed in the
center seat. This type of child restraint
system can only be installed in the out-
board seat.

■

When using an “i-Size MIDI” (for Puerto

Rico)

Adjust the support leg and ISOFIX connec-

tors as follows:

Lock the ISOFIX connectors where
number 2 can be seen.

Lock the support leg where 7 holes
can be seen.

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

When using the lower anchorages, be

sure that there are no foreign objects

around the anchors and that the seat

belt is not caught behind the child

restraint system.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

1-2. Child safety

For
safety

and
security

■

Anchor brackets (for top tether
strap)

Anchor brackets are provided for each
rear seat.
Use anchor brackets when fixing the
top tether strap.



Outboard rear seats

Anchor brackets
Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Anchor bracket
Top tether strap

■

Fixing the top tether strap to the
anchor bracket

Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.

Remove the head restraint if it inter-
feres with your child restraint sys-
tem. (



If the head restraint cannot be removed,

WARNING

●

Never attach two child restraint system

attachments to the same anchor. In a

collision, one anchor may not be

strong enough to hold two child

restraint system attachments and may

break.

If the lower anchorages are already in

use, use the seat belt to install a child

restraint system in the center seat.

●

When securing some types of child

restraint systems in rear seats, it may

not be possible to properly use the

seat belts in positions next to the child

restraint without interfering with it or

affecting seat belt effectiveness. Be

sure your seat belt fits snugly across

your shoulder and low on your hips. If it

does not, or if it interferes with the

child restraint, move to a different posi-

tion. Failure to do so may result in

death or serious injury.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

Using an anchor bracket (for top
tether strap) (except for Puerto
Rico)

1-2. Child safety

raise it to the uppermost position.

Open the anchor bracket cover,
latch the hook onto the anchor
bracket and tighten the top tether
strap.

Make sure the top tether strap is securely

latched. (

When installing the child restraint system

with the head restraint being raised, be

sure to have the top tether strap pass

underneath the head restraint.



Outboard rear seats

Hook
Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Hook
Top tether strap

■

Laws and regulations pertaining to

anchors

The LATCH system conforms to

FMVSS225 or CMVSS210.2.

Child restraint systems conforming to

FMVSS213 or CMVSS213 specifications

can be used.

This vehicle is designed to conform to SAE

J1819.

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

Firmly attach the top tether strap and

make sure that the belt is not twisted.

●

Do not attach the top strap to anything

other than the anchor bracket.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●

When installing the child restraint sys-

tem with the head restraint being

raised, after the head restraint has

been raised and then the anchor

bracket has been fixed, do not lower

the head restraint.

1-2. Child safety

For
safety

and
security

■

Top tether anchorages

Top tether anchorages are provided
for each rear seat.
Use top tether anchorages when fixing
the top strap.



Outboard rear seats

Top tether anchorages

Top tether strap



Rear center seat

Top tether anchorages
Top tether strap

■

Fixing the top strap to the top
tether anchorage

Install the child restraint system in
accordance to the operation manual
enclosed with the child restraint sys-
tem.

Remove the head restraint if it inter-
feres with your child restraint sys-
tem. (



If the head restraint cannot be removed,

raise it to the uppermost position.

Open the top tether anchorage
cover, latch the hook onto the top
tether anchorage and tighten the
top strap.

Make sure the top strap is securely latched.

(

WARNING

●

When installing a child restraint system

in the rear center seat, adjust both seat

cushions to the same position and

align both seatbacks at the same

angle. The seatbacks must be adjusted

to the same angle. Otherwise, the

child restraint system cannot be

securely restrained and this may cause

death or serious injuries in the event of

sudden braking, sudden swerving or

an accident.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

NOTICE

■

Anchor brackets (for top tether

strap)

When not in use, make certain to close

the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be

damaged.

Using a top tether anchorage
(for Puerto Rico)

1-2. Child safety

When installing the child restraint system

with the head restraint being raised, be

sure to have the top strap pass underneath

the head restraint.



Outboard rear seats

Hook
Top strap



Rear center seat

Hook
Top strap

WARNING

■

When installing a child restraint sys-

tem

Observe the following precautions.

Failure to do so may result in death or

serious injury.

●

Firmly attach the top strap and make

sure that the belt is not twisted.

●

Do not attach the top strap to anything

other than the top tether anchorage.

●

Follow all installation instructions pro-

vided by the child restraint system

manufacturer.

●

When installing the child restraint sys-

tem with the head restraint being

raised, after the head restraint has

been raised and then the top tether

anchorage has been fixed, do not

lower the head restraint.

●

When installing a child restraint system

in the rear center seat, adjust both seat

cushions to the same position and

align both seatbacks at the same

angle. The seatbacks must be adjusted

to the same angle. Otherwise, the

child restraint system cannot be

securely restrained and this may cause

death or serious injuries in the event of

sudden braking, sudden swerving or

an accident.

●

If the seat is adjusted, reconfirm the

security of the child restraint system.

NOTICE

■

Top tether anchorages

When not in use, make certain to close

the lid. If it remains open, the lid may be

damaged.

1-3. Connected Services

For safety and security

1-3.Connected Services

Microphone

LED light indicators
“SOS” button

Subscribers have the following Safety
Connect services available:



Automatic Collision Notification

Helps drivers receive necessary response
from emergency service providers.
(

: U.S. Patent No. 7,508,298 B2



Stolen Vehicle Location

Helps drivers in the event of vehicle theft.
(



Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

Connects drivers to response-center sup-
port. (





Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Provides drivers various on-road assis-
tance. (

After you have signed the Telematics
Subscription Service Agreement and
are enrolled, you can begin receiving
services.
A variety of subscription terms is avail-
able for purchase. Contact your Lexus
dealer, call the following or push the
“SOS” button in your vehicle for fur-
ther subscription details.



The United States

1-800-25-LEXUS (1-800-255-3987)



Canada

Safety Connect

Safety Connect is a subscrip-
tion-based telematics service that
uses Global Positioning System
(GPS) data and embedded cellular
technology to provide safety and
security features to subscribers.
Safety Connect is supported by
Lexus’ designated response center,
which operates 24 hours per day, 7
days per week.

Safety Connect service is available
by subscription on select, telemat-
ics hardware-equipped vehicles.

By using the Safety Connect ser-
vice, you are agreeing to be bound
by the Telematics Subscription Ser-
vice Agreement and its Terms and
Conditions, as in effect and
amended from time to time, a cur-
rent copy of which is available at
Lexus.com. All use of the Safety
Connect service is subject to such
then-applicable Terms and Condi-
tions.

System components

Services

Subscription

B
C

1-3. Connected Services

1-800-26-LEXUS (1-800-265-3987)



Puerto Rico

1-877-539-8777

■

Safety Connect Services Information

●

Phone calls using the vehicles Blue-
tooth

technology will not be possible

during Safety Connect.

●

Safety Connect is available beginning Fall

2009 on select Lexus models (in the

contiguous United States only). Contact

with the Safety Connect response center

is dependent upon the telematics device

being in operative condition, cellular con-

nection availability, and GPS satellite sig-

nal reception, which can limit the ability to

reach the response center or receive

emergency service support. Enrollment

and Telematics Subscription Service

Agreement required. A variety of sub-

scription terms is available; charges vary

by subscription term selected and loca-

tion.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance and Stolen Vehicle

Location will function in the United

States, including Hawaii and Alaska,

Puerto Rico and in Canada, and

Enhanced Roadside Assistance will func-

tion in the United States, Puerto Rico and

in Canada.

●

Automatic Collision Notification, Emer-

gency Assistance, Stolen Vehicle and

Enhanced Road Assistance will not func-

tion in the United States Virgin Islands.

For vehicles first sold in the USVI, no

Safety Connect services will function in

and outside the United States Virgin

Islands.

●

Safety Connect services are not subject

to section 255 of the Telecommunica-

tions Act and the device is not TTY com-

patible.

■

Languages

The Safety Connect response center will

offer support in multiple languages. The

Safety Connect system will offer voice

prompts in English, Spanish, and French.

Please indicate your language of choice

when enrolling.

■

When contacting the response center

You may be unable to contact the response

center if the network is busy.

■

Free/Open Source Software Informa-

tion

This product contains Free/Open Source

Software (FOSS). The license information

and/or the source code of such FOSS can

be found at the following URL.
https://opensource.lge.com/

osSch/list?types=ALL&search=TL21BNU

When the power switch is turned to
ON, the red indicator light comes on
for 2 seconds then turns off. Afterward,
the green indicator light comes on,
indicating that the service isactive.
The following indicator light patterns
indicate specific system usage condi-
tions:



Green indicator light on = Active
service



Green indicator light flashing =
Safety Connect call in process



Red indicator light (except at vehi-
cle start-up) = System malfunction
(contact your Lexus dealer)



No indicator light (off) = Safety
Connect service not active

■

Automatic Collision Notification

In case of either airbag deployment or
severe rear-end collision, the system is
designed to automatically call the

Safety Connect LED light Indi-
cators

Safety Connect services

1-3. Connected Services

For safety and security

response center. The responding agent
receives the vehicle’s location and
attempts to speak with the vehicle
occupants to assess the level of emer-
gency. If the occupants are unable to
communicate, the agent automatically
treats the call as an emergency, con-
tacts the nearest emergency services
provider to describe the situation, and
requests that assistance be sent to the
location.

■

Stolen Vehicle Location

If your vehicle is stolen, Safety Connect
can work with local authorities to assist
them in locating and recovering the
vehicle. After filing a police report, call
the Safety Connect response center at
1-800-25-LEXUS
(1-800-255-3987) in the United
States, 1-877-539-8777 in Puerto
Rico or 1-800-265-3987 in Canada,
and follow the prompts for Safety Con-
nect to initiate this service.
In addition to assisting law enforce-
ment with recovery of a stolen vehicle,
Safety-Connect-equipped vehicle
location data may, under certain cir-
cumstances, be shared with third par-
ties to locate your vehicle. Further
information is available at Lexus.com.

■

Emergency Assistance Button
(“SOS”)

In the event of an emergency on the
road, push the “SOS” button to reach
the Safety Connect response center.
The answering agent will determine
your vehicle’s location, assess the
emergency, and dispatch the neces-
sary assistance required.

If you accidentally press the “SOS” button,
tell the response-center agent that you are
not experiencing an emergency.

■

Enhanced Roadside Assistance

Enhanced Roadside Assistance adds
GPS data to the already included war-
ranty-based Lexus roadside service.
Subscribers can press the “SOS” but-
ton to reach a Safety Connect
response-center agent, who can help
with a wide range of needs, such as:
towing, flat tire, fuel delivery, etc. For a
description of the Roadside Assistance
services and their limitations, please
see the Safety Connect Terms and
Conditions, which are available at
Lexus.com.

Important! Read this information about
exposure to radio frequency signals
before using Safety Connect;
The Safety Connect system installed in
your vehicle is a low-power radio trans-
mitter and receiver. It receives and also
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals.
In August 1996, the Federal Commu-
nications Commission (FCC) adopted
RF exposure guidelines with safety lev-
els for mobile wireless phones. Those
guidelines are consistent with the
safety standards previously set by the
following U.S. and international stan-
dards bodies.



ANSI (American National Stan-
dards Institute) C95.1 [1992]

Safety information for Safety
Connect

1-3. Connected Services



NCRP (National Council on Radia-
tion Protection and Measurement)
Report 86 [1986]



ICNIRP (International Commission
on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protec-
tion) [1996]

Those standards were based on com-
prehensive and periodic evaluations of
the relevant scientific literature. Over
120 scientists, engineers, and physi-
cians from universities, and govern-
ment health agencies and industries
reviewed the available body of
research to develop the ANSI Stan-
dard (C95.1).
The design of Safety Connect com-
plies with the FCC guidelines in addi-
tion to those standards.

: If equipped

After you sign the Telematics Subscrip-
tion Service Agreement, download the
Lexus App from your smartphone’s
app store, and register within the app
(or enroll and complete registration at
the dealer), you can begin using these
services.
A variety of subscription terms are
available. Contact your Lexus dealer,
or call 1-800-25-LEXUS
(1-800-255-3987) for further sub-
scription details.

■

Availability of service

Remote Connect is not available in some

countries or areas.

■

Remote Connect Information

●

Remote Connect should only be used by

authorized users.

●

Laws in some communities may require

that the vehicle be within view of the user

when operating Remote Connect. In

Remote Connect

Remote Connect is a smartphone
application that lets you view and
remotely control certain aspects of
your vehicle. For details about the
functions and services of this appli-
cation, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/.
Function of the Remote Connect is
achieved by using an embedded
cellular device in the vehicle
(DCM: Data Communication
Module).

Remote Connect subscription

1-3. Connected Services

For safety and security

some states, use of Remote Connect may

violate state or local laws. Before using

Remote Connect, check your state and

local laws.

●

Any malfunction of the Lexus should be

repaired by your Lexus dealer.

●

Remote Connect is designed to work at

temperatures above -22°F (-30°C). This

specification is related to the Remote

Connect operation, but is dependent on

the vehicle’s operating temperature

range which may be different.

●

Content is subject to change without

notice.

●

Some features of the Remote Connect

may not be available on some models.

●

Additional information can be found at

https://www.lexus.com/enform/.

●

Availability of functions of the Remote

Connect service is dependent on net-

work reception level.

■

Safety information for Remote Connect

Refer to the safety information for Safety

Connect:

P.67

: If equipped



Vehicle Health Report (VHR)
(Safety Recalls, Service Campaigns,
Current Vehicle Alerts, Required
Maintenance, and Vehicle Condi-
tion Status)



Maintenance Notifications



Vehicle Alert Notifications

For details about this service and how
to register, refer to
http://www.lexus.com/enform/. The
Service Connect is achieved by using a
Data Communication Module (DCM)
built in the vehicle.

■

Availability of service

Service Connect is not available in some

countries or areas.

■

Service Connect Information

Availability of functions of the Service Con-

nect is dependent on network reception

level.

■

Safety information for Service Connect

Refer to the safety information for Safety

Connect:



P.67

Service Connect

Service Connect uses embedded
telematics hardware to collect and
transmit vehicle data that allows
Lexus to provide:

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security



RX500h

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Gasoline engine
Front electric motor (traction motor)
Rear electric motor (traction motor)

■

When stopped/during start off

The gasoline engine stops

when the

vehicle is stopped. During start off, the
electric motor (traction motor) drives
the vehicle. At slow speeds or when
traveling down a gentle slope, the
engine is stopped

and the electric

motor (traction motor) is used.
RX350h: When the shift position is in
N, the hybrid battery (traction battery)
is not being charged.

: When the hybrid battery (traction bat-

tery) requires charging or the engine is
warming up, etc., the gasoline engine will
not automatically stop. (

P.74)

■

During normal driving

The gasoline engine is predominantly
used. The electric motor (traction
motor) charges the hybrid battery

(traction battery) as necessary.
Depending on the driving conditions,
the rear electric motor (traction motor)
is powered by the front electric motor
(traction motor) to drive the rear
wheels.

■

When accelerating sharply

When the accelerator pedal is
depressed heavily, the power of the
hybrid battery (traction battery) is
added to that of the gasoline engine via
the electric motor (traction motor).

■

When braking (regenerative brak-
ing)

The wheels operate the electric motor
(traction motor) as a power generator,
and the hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) is charged.

A
B
C

1-4. Hybrid system

■

Regenerative braking

In the following situations, kinetic energy is

converted to electric energy and decelera-

tion force can be obtained in conjunction

with the recharging of the hybrid battery

(traction battery).

●

RX350h: The accelerator pedal is

released while driving with the shift posi-

tion in D or S.

●

RX500h: The accelerator pedal is

released while driving with the shift posi-

tion in D or M.

●

RX350h: The brake pedal is depressed

while driving with the shift position in D or

●

RX500h: The brake pedal is depressed

while driving with the shift position in D or

■

EV indicator

The EV indicator comes on when the vehi-

cle is driven using only the electric motor

(traction motor) or the gasoline engine is

stopped.

■

Conditions in which the gasoline engine

may not stop

The gasoline engine starts and stops auto-

matically. However, it may not stop auto-

matically in the following conditions:

●

During gasoline engine warm-up

●

During hybrid battery (traction battery)

charging

●

When the temperature of the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) is high or low

●

When the heater is switched on

●

When the hood is opened during

“READY” indicator is illuminated

Depending on the circumstances, the gaso-

line engine may also not stop automatically

in other situations.

■

Charging the hybrid battery (traction

battery)

As the gasoline engine charges the hybrid

battery (traction battery), the battery does

not need to be charged from an outside

source. However, if the vehicle is left parked

for a long time the hybrid battery (traction

battery) will slowly discharge. For this rea-

son, be sure to drive the vehicle at least

once every few months for at least 30 min-

utes or 10 miles (16 km). If the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery) becomes fully

discharged and you are unable to start the

hybrid system, contact your Lexus dealer.

■

Charging the 12-volt battery



P.558

■

After the 12-volt battery has discharged

or when the terminal has been removed

and installed during exchange, etc.

The gasoline engine may not stop even if

the vehicle is being driven by the hybrid bat-

tery (traction battery). If this continues for a

few days, contact your Lexus dealer.

■

Sounds and vibrations specific to a

hybrid electric vehicle

Because there is no engine sound or vibra-

tion, it is easy to mistake the hybrid electric

vehicle for being off when it is actually still

running, as indicated by the “READY” indi-

cator being illuminated. For safety, make

sure to always shift the shift position to P

and apply the parking brake when parked.
The following sounds or vibrations may

occur when the hybrid system is operating

and are not a malfunction:

●

Motor sounds may be heard from the

engine compartment.

●

Sounds may be heard from the hybrid

battery (traction battery) behind the rear

seats when the hybrid system starts or

stops.

●

Relay operating sounds such as a snap or

soft clank will be emitted from the hybrid

battery (traction battery), under the rear

seats, when the hybrid system is started

or stopped.

●

Sounds from the hybrid system may be

1-4. Hybrid system

For safety and security

heard when the back door is open.

●

Sounds may be heard from the transmis-

sion when the gasoline engine starts or

stops, when driving at low speeds, or

during idling.

●

Engine sounds may be heard when

accelerating sharply.

●

Sounds may be heard due to regenera-

tive braking when the brake pedal is

depressed or as the accelerator pedal is

released.

●

Vibration may be felt when the gasoline

engine starts or stops.

●

Cooling fan sounds may be heard from

the air intake vents under the rear seats.

■

Maintenance, repair, recycling, and dis-

posal

Contact your Lexus dealer regarding main-

tenance, repair, recycling and disposal. Do

not dispose of the vehicle yourself.

■

Customization

Some functions can be customized.

(



P.590)

When driving with the gasoline engine
stopped, a sound, which changes in
accordance with the driving speed, will
be played in order to warn people
nearby of the vehicle’s approach. This
sound may be heard inside the vehicle.
The sound will stop when the vehicle
speed exceeds approximately 22 mph
(35 km/h).

■

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System

In the following cases, the Acoustic Vehicle

Alerting System may be difficult for sur-

rounding people to hear.

●

In very noisy areas

●

In the wind or the rain

■

When “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-

tem Malfunction Visit your Dealer” is

displayed on the multi-information dis-

play

The Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System may

be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer immedi-

ately.

: This function can only be used in the

mainland U.S.A. It cannot be used in
other states and territories, including
Alaska and Hawaii.

This system operates based on the
driving situation and traffic information
to enhance fuel economy.
For details about Predictive efficient
drive, refer to the “MULTIMEDIA
OWNER’S MANUAL”.

■

Predictive deceleration support



When the vehicle approaches to
predictive deceleration support
points registered in the navigation
system, the engine braking force will
be increased according to the driv-
ing conditions to more efficiently
charge the hybrid battery (traction
battery) after the accelerator pedal
is released.

■

Predictive SOC

control

The following types of control are per-
formed based on data such as road
and traffic information during route
guidance by the navigation system to
help ensure that the vehicle efficiently
uses electricity.

Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-
tem

Predictive efficient drive (vehi-
cles with navigation sys-
tem)

(RX350h)

1-4. Hybrid system



RX500h

The illustration is an example for explanation and may differ from the actual item.

Warning label
High voltage cables (orange)
Hybrid battery (traction battery)
Rear electric motor (traction motor)/Inverter (rear)
Service plug
Front electric motor (traction motor)
Inverter (front)
DC/DC converter
Air conditioning compressor

■

Running out of fuel

When the vehicle has run out of fuel and the

hybrid system cannot be started, refuel the

vehicle with at least enough gasoline to

make the low fuel level warning light

(



P.519) go off. If there is only a small

amount of fuel, the hybrid system may not

be able to start. (The standard amount of

fuel is about 2.6 gal. [9.8 L, 2.2 Imp. gal.],

when the vehicle is on a level surface. This

value may vary when the vehicle is on a

slope. Add extra fuel when the vehicle is

inclined.)

■

Electromagnetic waves

●

High voltage parts and cables on hybrid

electric vehicles incorporate electro-

magnetic shielding, and therefore emit

approximately the same amount of elec-

tromagnetic waves as conventional gaso-

line powered vehicles or home electronic

appliances.

●

Your vehicle may cause sound interfer-

ence in some third party-produced radio

parts.

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

The hybrid battery (traction battery) has a

limited service life. The lifespan of the

hybrid battery (traction battery) can

change in accordance with driving style and

driving conditions.

A
B
C
D

E
F

1-4. Hybrid system

For
safety

and
security

WARNING

■

High voltage precautions

This vehicle has high voltage DC and AC

systems as well as a 12-volt system. DC

and AC high voltage is very dangerous

and can cause severe burns and electric

shock that may result in death or serious

injury.

●

Never touch, disassemble, remove or

replace the high voltage parts, cables

or their connectors.

●

The hybrid system will become hot

after starting as the system uses high

voltage. Be careful of both the high

voltage and the high temperature, and

always obey the warning labels

attached to the vehicle.

●

Never try to open the service plug

access hole located under the rear

seat. The service plug is used only

when the vehicle is serviced and is

subject to high voltage.

■

Road accident cautions

Observe the following precautions to

reduce the risk of death or serious injury:

●

Stop the vehicle in a safe place to pre-

vent subsequent accidents. While

depressing the brake pedal, apply the

parking brake and shift the shift posi-

tion to P to stop the hybrid system.

Then, slowly release the brake pedal.

●

Do not touch the high voltage parts,

cables and connectors.

●

If electric wires are exposed inside or

outside your vehicle, an electric shock

may occur. Never touch exposed elec-

tric wires.

●

If a fluid leak occurs, do not touch the

fluid as it may be strong alkaline elec-

trolyte from the hybrid battery (trac-

tion battery). If it comes into contact

with your skin or eyes, wash it off

immediately with a large amount of

water or, if possible, boric acid solu-

tion. Seek immediate medical atten-

tion.

●

If a fire occurs in the hybrid electric

vehicle, leave the vehicle as soon as

possible. Never use a fire extinguisher

that is not meant for electric fires.

Using even a small amount of water

may be dangerous.

●

If your vehicle needs to be towed, do

so with all four wheels raised. If the

wheels connected to the electric

motor (traction motor) are on the

ground when towing, the motor may

continue to generate electricity. This

may cause a fire. (

P.513)

●

Carefully inspect the ground under the

vehicle. If you find that liquid has

leaked onto the ground, the fuel sys-

tem may have been damaged. Leave

the vehicle as soon as possible.

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery)

●

Never resell, hand over or modify the

hybrid battery. To prevent accidents,

hybrid batteries that have been

removed from a disposed vehicle are

collected through your Lexus dealer.

Do not dispose of the battery yourself.

Unless the battery is properly col-

lected, the following may occur, result-

ing in death or serious injury:

• The hybrid battery may be illegally dis-

posed of or dumped, and it is hazard-

ous to the environment or someone

may touch a high voltage part, result-

ing in an electric shock.

1-4. Hybrid system

The air intake vents for the hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) are located
under the rear seats.
If the air intake vents are blocked, it

could lead to a reduction in hybrid bat-
tery (traction battery) output.

If input/output of the hybrid battery (trac-
tion battery) becomes limited and the dis-
tance that the vehicle can be driven using
the electric motor (traction motor) is
reduced, the fuel economy may ber-
educed.

When a certain level of impact is
detected by the impact sensor, the
emergency shut off system blocks the
high voltage current and stops the fuel
pump to minimize the risk of electrocu-

WARNING

• The hybrid battery is intended to be

used exclusively with your hybrid vehi-

cle. If the hybrid battery is used outside

of your vehicle or modified in any way,

accidents such as electric shock, heat

generation, smoke generation, an

explosion and electrolyte leakage may

occur.

When reselling or handing over your

vehicle, the possibility of an accident is

extremely high because the person

receiving the vehicle may not be aware

of these dangers.

●

If your vehicle is disposed of without

the hybrid battery having been

removed, there is a danger of serious

electric shock if high voltage parts,

cables and their connectors are

touched. In the event that your vehicle

must be disposed of, the hybrid battery

must be disposed of by your Lexus

dealer or a qualified service shop. If

the hybrid battery is not disposed of

properly, it may cause electric shock

that can result in death or serious

injury.

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air

intake vents

Do not carry large amounts of water

such as water cooler bottles in the vehi-

cle. If water spills onto the hybrid battery

(traction battery), the battery may be

damaged. Have the vehicle inspected by

your Lexus dealer.

Hybrid battery (traction bat-
tery) air intake

NOTICE

■

Hybrid battery (traction battery) air

intake vents

●

Make sure not to block the air intake

vent with anything, such as a seat

cover, plastic cover, or luggage.The

input/output of the hybrid battery

(traction battery) may be restricted,

leading to a reduction in hybrid battery

(traction battery) output and a mal-

function.

●

Periodically clean the air intake vents

to prevent them from clogging.

(

P.498)

●

Do not get water or foreign materials

in either the air intake vents as this may

cause a short circuit and damage the

hybrid battery (traction battery).

Emergency shut off system

1-5. Theft deterrent system

1-5.Theft deterrent system

The indicator light flashes after the
power switch has been turned off to
indicate that the system is operating.
The indicator light stops flashing after
the power switch has been turned to
ACC or ON to indicate that the sys-
tem has been canceled.

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

immobilizer system.

■

Conditions that may cause the system to

malfunction

●

If the grip portion of the key is in contact

with a metallic object

●

If the key is in close proximity to or touch-

ing a key registered to the security sys-

tem (key with a built-in transponder chip)

of another vehicle

Immobilizer system

The vehicle’s keys have built-in tran-
sponder chips that prevent the
hybrid system from starting if a key
has not been previously registered
in the vehicle’s on-board computer.

Never leave the keys inside the
vehicle when you leave the vehicle.

This system is designed to help pre-
vent vehicle theft but does not
guarantee absolute security
against all vehicle thefts.

Operating the system

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

1-5. Theft deterrent system

For safety and security

■

Items to check before locking the
vehicle

To prevent unexpected triggering of
the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure
of the following:



Nobody is in the vehicle.



The windows, moon roof (if
equipped) and panoramic moon
roof (if equipped) are closed before
the alarm is set.



No valuables or other personal
items are left in the vehicle.

■

Setting

Close the doors, back door and hood,
and lock all the doors. The system will
be set automatically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from being on
to flashing when the system is set.

■

Deactivating or stopping

Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarms:



Unlock the doors.



Turn the power switch to ACC or
ON, or start the hybrid system. (The
alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

■

Setting the alarm

The alarm can be set if all the doors are

closed even with the hood open.

■

System maintenance

The vehicle has a maintenance-free type

alarm system.

■

Triggering of the alarm

The alarm may be triggered in the following

situations:

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm

system.)

●

A person inside the vehicle opens a door,

the back door or hood, or unlocks the

vehicle.

●

The 12-volt battery is recharged or

replaced when the vehicle is locked.

(



P.553)

Alarm

The alarm uses light and sound to
give an alert when an intrusion is
detected.
The alarm is triggered in the follow-
ing situations when the alarm is set:



A locked door or back door is
unlocked or opened in any way
other than using the entry func-
tion, wireless remote control or
mechanical key. (The doors will
lock again automatically.)



The hood is opened.

Setting/deactivating/stopping
the alarm system

1-5. Theft deterrent system

■

Alarm-operated door lock

In the following cases, depending on the sit-

uation, the door may automatically lock to

prevent improper entry into the vehicle:

●

When a person remaining in the vehicle

unlocks the door and the alarm is acti-

vated.

●

While the alarm is activated, a person

remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

●

When recharging or replacing the 12-volt

battery

If a door is unlocked with the mechani-
cal key while the alarm is being set, the
pre-alarm will sound for 10 seconds.
If either the door is locked again or the
pre-alarm is stopped within those 10
seconds, an alarm will sound.
Do any of the following in order to
deactivate or stop the pre-alarm:



Close the doors, and lock all doors
by smart access system or wireless
remote control.



Turn the power switch to ACC or
ON, or start the hybrid system. (The

alarm will be deactivated or stopped
after a few seconds.)

NOTICE

■

To ensure the system operates cor-

rectly

Do not modify or remove the system. If

modified or removed, the proper opera-

tion of the system cannot be guaranteed.

Pre-alarm

2-1. Instrument cluster

Vehi

cle

status

inform

ati

on a

nd i

ndic
ators

Warning lights inform the driver of mal-
functions in the indicated vehicle’s sys-
tems.

Warning lights

(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light

(

(red)

(Canada)

Brake system warning light

(

(yellow)

Brake system warning light

(

High coolant temperature
warning light

(



Hybrid system overheat warn-
ing light

(



Charging system warning
light

(

Low engine oil pressure warn-
ing light

(



(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(

SRS warning light

(

(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light

(



(Canada)

ABS warning light

(



Inappropriate pedal operation
warning light

(



(red)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(



(yellow)

Electric power steering system
warning light

(

Low fuel level warning light
(



Driver’s and front passenger’s
seat belt reminder light
(



(Vehicles without a

head-up display)

Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder light
(



(Vehicles with a

head-up display)

Rear passengers’ seat
belt reminder light
(



Tire pressure warning light

(



Intuitive parking assist OFF indi-
cator (if equipped) (

PCS warning light

(

(orange)

LTA indicator (

(orange)

LDA indicator (



(orange)

Dynamic radar cruise control
indicator (



(orange)

Cruise control indicator
(



(orange)

PDA indicator (



Driving assist information indi-
cator

(



P.522)

(illuminates)

Slip indicator

(

P.522)

2-1. Instrument cluster

: These lights come on when the power

switch is turned to ON to indicate that a
system check is being performed. They
will turn off after the hybrid system is
started, or after a few seconds. There
may be a malfunction in a system if the
lights do not come on, or turn off. Have
the vehicle inspected by your Lexus
dealer.

: This light illuminates on the multi-infor-

mation display.

The indicators inform the driver of the
operating state of the vehicle’s various
systems.

(flashes)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator
(

P.522)

(flashes)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator
(