LEXUS RX 350 L (2019 year). Instruction - part 5

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1-3. Theft deterrent system

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For safety 

and security

RX350/RX350L_U

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

●

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

●

The hood is opened.

Close the doors and hood, and lock all
the doors. The system will be set auto-
matically after 30 seconds.

The indicator light changes from being

on to flashing when the system is set.

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

●

Unlock the doors.

●

Turn the engine switch to ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON mode, or start
the engine. (The alarm will be deactivated or stopped after a few seconds.)

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System maintenance
The vehicle has a maintenance-free type alarm system.

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Items to check before locking the vehicle
To prevent unexpected triggering of the alarm and vehicle theft, make sure of the follow-

ing:

●

Nobody is in the vehicle.

●

The windows and moon roof or panoramic moon roof are closed before the alarm is

set.

●

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

Alarm

The alarm

Setting the alarm system

Deactivating or stopping the alarm

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Triggering of the alarm
The alarm may be triggered in the following situations:

(Stopping the alarm deactivates the alarm system.)

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Alarm-operated door lock
In the following cases, depending on the situation, 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 activated.

●

While the alarm is activated, a person remaining in the vehicle unlocks the door.

●

When recharging or replacing the battery

●

A person inside the vehicle opens a door or

hood, or unlocks the vehicle.

●

The battery is recharged or replaced when the

vehicle is locked. (

P. 689)

NOTICE

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To ensure the system operates correctly
Do not modify or remove the system. If modified or removed, the proper operation of

the system cannot be guaranteed.

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Instrument 

cluster

Warning lights and 

indicators.......................................80

Gauges and meters.....................86
Multi-information display ..........90
Head-up display..........................108
Fuel consumption 

information ...................................114

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Except F SPORT models

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F SPORT models

The units used on the meter and some indicators may differ depending on the
target region.

Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel and
outside rear view mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems. 
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

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Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in any of the vehicle’s systems.

Warning lights

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(U.S.A.)

Brake system warning light 

(

P. 654)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 

(

P. 655)

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1

(Canada)

Brake system warning light 

(

P. 654)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator 

(

P. 655)

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1

Brake system warning light

(

P. 654)

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1, 2

Brake hold operated 

indicator (

P. 655)

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1

(if equipped)

Charging system warning 

light (

P. 654)

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1

Electric power steering 

system warning light

(

P. 655)

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1

(U.S.A.)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(

P. 654)

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1

Electric power steering 

system warning light

(

P. 655)

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1

(Canada)

Malfunction indicator lamp

(

P. 654)

LKA indicator (

P. 655)

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1

SRS warning light 

(

P. 654)

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1

Slip indicator (

P. 655)

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1

(U.S.A.)

ABS warning light 

(

P. 654)

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1, 3

PCS warning light

(

P. 656)

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1

(Canada)

ABS warning light 

(

P. 654)

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1, 2

(if equipped)

ICS OFF indicator 

(

P. 656)

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: These  lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode  to

indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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2

: This light flashes to indicate a malfunction.

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3

: This light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.

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: This light illuminates on the center panel.

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: RX350

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: RX350L

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems. 

Low fuel level warning light

(

P. 656)

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4, 6

Rear passengers’ seat 

belt reminder light 

(

P. 656)

Driver’s and front 

passenger’s seat belt 

reminder light (

P. 656)

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1

Tire pressure warning light 

(

P. 656)

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4, 5

Rear passengers’ seat 

belt reminder light 

(

P. 656)

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1

Master warning light 

(

P. 657)

Indicators

Turn signal indicator 

(

P. 246)

Fog light indicator 

(

P. 260)

(U.S.A.)

Headlight indicator 

(

P. 252)

Cruise control indicator

(

P. 300)

(Canada)

Tail light indicator 

(

P. 252)

Radar cruise control 

indicator (

P. 300) 

Headlight high beam 

indicator (

P. 253)

Cruise control “SET” 

indicator (

P. 300)

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Automatic High Beam 

indicator (

P. 256)

LKA indicator (

P. 291) 

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LKA indicator (

P. 291)

(U.S.A.)

Parking brake indicator 

(

P. 247, 248)

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LKA indicator (

P. 291)

(Canada)

Parking brake indicator

(

P. 247, 248)

(if equipped)

Intuitive parking assist 

indicator (

P. 326)

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1

Brake hold standby 

indicator (

P. 250)

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1, 5

(if equipped)

ICS OFF indicator 

(

P. 339)

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1

Brake hold operated 

indicator (

P. 250)

(if equipped)

“BSM” indicator (

P. 313)

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1

Eco Driving Indicator Light 

(

P. 105)

(if equipped)

“RCTA” indicator 

(

P. 313)

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6

Security indicator 

(

P. 74, 77)

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2, 3

(if equipped)

BSM outside rear view 

mirror indicators 

(

P. 313)

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1

(AWD 

models only)

All-wheel drive lock 

indicator (

P. 377)

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1, 4

Slip indicator (

P. 380)

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7

Low outside temperature 

indicator (

P. 86)

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1, 5

VSC OFF indicator 

(

P. 381)

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1, 6

(U.S.A.)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF”

indicator (

P. 47) 

*

1, 5

PCS warning light 

(

P. 284)

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1, 6

(Canada)

“AIR BAG ON/OFF”

indicator (

P. 47) 

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Drive mode indicators

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Except F SPORT models

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F SPORT models

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: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to the IGNITION ON mode to

indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer. 

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2

: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate

in the following situations:

• When the BSM function is enabled on 

 of the multi-information display, the

engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

• When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode, the BSM function is enabled

on 

 of the multi-information display.

If the system is functioning correctly, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators will

turn off after a few seconds. 

If the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators do not illuminate or do not turn off,

there may be a malfunction in the system. 

If this occurs, have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

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3

: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.

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4

: This light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.

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5

: The light comes on when the system is turned off.

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6

: This light illuminates on the center panel.

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: When the outside temperature is approximately 37

F (3C) or lower, this indicator

will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.

Eco drive mode indicator 

(

P. 373)

“SPORT” indicator 

(

P. 373)

Eco drive mode indicator 

(

P. 373)

“SPORT S” indicator 

(

P. 373)

“SPORT S+” indicator 

(

P. 373)

“CUSTOMIZE” indicator 

(

P. 373)

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WARNING

■

If a safety system warning light does not come on 
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning lights not come on when

you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help pro-

tect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle

inspected by your Lexus dealer immediately if this occurs.

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Except F SPORT models

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F SPORT models 

The units used on the meters may differ depending on the target region.

Gauges and meters

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Engine coolant temperature gauge

Displays the engine coolant temperature

Tachometer

Displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute
F SPORT models: When sport mode is selected for the driving mode, the periph-

ery of the tachometer will change color and the scale of the tachometer will be

emphasized.

Outside temperature

Displays the outside temperature within the range of -40°F (-40°C) to 122°F

(50°C). Low outside temperature indicator comes on when the ambient tempera-

ture is 37°F (3°C) or lower.

Multi-information display

Presents the driver with a variety of vehicle data (

P. 90)

Displays warning messages in case of a malfunction (

P. 661)

Clock

Vehicles with a navigation system:

Time displayed is linked to the analog clock on the instrument panel. (

P. 544)

Vehicles with a Lexus Display Audio system:
Time displayed on the clock can be adjusted on 

 of the multi-information dis-

play. (

P. 97)

Speedometer
Fuel gauge
Shift position display (

P. 236, 240)

Odometer and trip meter (

P. 104)

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Rev indicator (F SPORT models)
When the engine speed reaches a
set speed, a ring-shaped indicator
will be displayed on the tachometer.

The desired engine speed at which

the Rev indicator will begin to be dis-
played can be set on 

 of the multi-

information display. (

P. 97)

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Rev peak (F SPORT models)
The engine speed reaches or
exceeds 5000 rpm, an afterimage
of the tachometer will be displayed
at the highest engine speed for
approximately 1 second.

The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.

Darker
Brighter

• The brightness of the instrument

panel lights can be adjusted individu-
ally for day mode and night mode

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.

• If the brightness is adjusted when the

surroundings are bright and the tail

lights are on (day mode brightness

adjustment), the brightness level of

night mode will be adjusted at the

same time.

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: Day mode and night mode: 

P. 89

Instrument panel light control

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The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.

■

Brightness of the meters (day mode and night mode)
The brightness of the meters is changed between day mode and night mode.

●

Day mode: When the tail lights are off or when the tail lights are on but the surrounding

area is bright

●

Night mode: When the tail lights are on and the surrounding area is dark

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Outside temperature display

●

In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the

display may take longer than normal to change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])

• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a

garage, tunnel, etc.)

●

When “

” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. 

Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.

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Clock settings screen (vehicles with a navigation system only)
If the clock adjustment screen is displayed continuously when attempting to change the

clock settings, the system may be malfunctioning. 

Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.

■

Customization
Some functions can be customized. (

P. 97)

NOTICE

■

To prevent damage to the engine and its components

●

Do not let the indicator needle of the tachometer enter the red zone, which indicates

the maximum engine speed.

●

The engine may be overheating if the engine coolant temperature gauge is in the red

zone  (H).  In  this  case,  immediately  stop  the vehicle in a safe place, and check the

engine after it has cooled completely. (

P. 692)

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The multi-information display presents the driver with a variety of driving-related
data, such as the current outside temperature. The multi-information display can
also be used to change the display settings and other settings.



Except F SPORT models

Menu icon display area

Displays the following items. 

When a menu icon is not selected, the outside temperature and clock are displayed.

• Menu  icons  (

P. 93)

• Outside temperature (

P. 86) 

• Clock  (

P. 86)

Content display area

A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,

warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in some situations.

• Menu icon content (

P. 93)

• Suggestion function (

P. 105)

• Warning message (

P. 661)

Indicator/shift position display area

Displays the following items:

• Indicators  (

P. 80)

• Shift position display (

P. 236, 240)

Multi-information display

Summary of functions

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Odometer/trip meter display area (

P. 104)

Displays the following items:

• Odometer/trip meter
•

 Distance until next engine oil change

Meter control switches (

P. 92)

“ODO/TRIP” switch (

P. 93)



F SPORT models

Outside temperature (

P. 86)

Menu icons (

P. 93)

Content display area

A variety of information can be displayed by selecting a menu icon. Additionally,

warning or suggestion/advice pop-up displays will be displayed in some situations.

• Menu icon content (

P. 93)

• Suggestion function (

P. 105)

• Warning message (

P. 661)

Indicators/clock

• Indicators  (

P. 80)

• Clock  (

P. 86)

Shift position display (

P. 236, 240)

Odometer/trip meter display area (

P. 104)

Displays the following items:

• Odometer/trip meter
•

 Distance until next engine oil change

Meter control switches (

P. 92)

“ODO/TRIP” switch (

P. 93)

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Using the content display area

The content display area is operated using the meter control switches.

 

:Select menu icons

 :Change 

displayed 

con-

tent, scroll up/down the
screen and move the
cursor

Press: Enter/Set
Press and hold: Reset
Return to the previous screen

Pressing and holding the switch will display the first screen of the selected menu

icon.

Press: Display the top screen
Press and hold: Register current screen as the top screen

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Registering a top screen
The displayed top screen can be changed to a registered screen of your
choice.
To register a screen as the top screen, display the desired screen and press
and hold 

.

• A message asking to confirm if registration is desired will be displayed. If the

selected screen cannot be registered, a registration failure message will be dis-

played.

• When no screen has been registered, the drive information screen will be dis-

played.

■

Resetting drive information
To reset the average fuel economy (after reset)/average vehicle speed (after
reset)/elapsed time (after reset) that are displayed on 

, display the desired

item and press and hold 

.

If both of the displayed items are resettable, a message will be displayed asking

which item(s) to reset.

Using the multi-information display

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