2015 LEXUS RC F check engine light

5368-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■SRS warning light
This warning light system monitors the airbag sensor assembly, front impact sensors, side
impact sensors (door), side impact sensors (f ront), side impact sensors (rear), driver’s
seat position sensor, driver’s seat belt buck le switch, front passenger occupant classifica-
tion system, “AIR BAG ON” indicator light, “A IR BAG OFF” indicator light, front passen-
ger’s seat belt buckle switch, seat belt pretensioners, ai rbags, interconnecting wiring and
power sources. ( P. 41)
■Front passenger detection sensor, seat belt reminder and warning buzzer
If luggage is placed on the front passenger seat, the front passenger detection sensor
may cause the warning light to flash and the wa rning buzzer to sound even if a passenger
is not sitting in the seat.
■If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while driving
First check the following:
●Is the fuel tank empty?
If it is, fill the fuel tank immediately.
●Is the fuel tank cap loose?
If it is, tighten it securely.
The light will go off after several driving trips.
If the light does not go off even after severa l trips, contact your Lexus dealer as soon as
possible.
■Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
When the battery charge becomes insufficie nt of the voltage temporarily drops, the
electric power steering system warning light may come on and the warning buzzer may
sound.
■When the tire pressure warning light comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not tu rn off the tire pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes caused by temperature. In this case, adjusting
the tire inflation pressure will turn off the warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with the spare tire (if equipped)
The spare tire is not equipped with a tire pr essure warning valve and transmitter. If a tire
goes flat, the tire pressure warning light will no t turn off even though the flat tire has been
replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure warning system may not function properly
 P. 4 9 6
■If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute
If the tire pressure warning light frequently comes on after blinking for 1 minute when the
engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mo de, have it checked by your Lexus dealer.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.

5498-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
RC F only
(If equipped)
Indicates that the TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential)
system has overheatedThis message may be disp layed when driving under
extremely high load conditions such as the following:
• Continuously driving at high speeds or through
sharp turns
• If either right or left rear tire loses traction and spins
continuously
A buzzer also sounds.
 Drive the vehicle for a while, while avoiding
extremely high load conditions.
Indicates a malfunction in the brake override system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may appear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
Indicates a malfunction in the automatic headlight level-
ing system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The Automatic High Beam system (if equipped); or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Wa r n i n g m e s s a g eDetails/Actions

6109-1. Specifications
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■Spark plug
Cooling system
RC350RC F
Capacity10.3 qt. (9.7 L, 8.5 Imp. qt.)12.3 qt. (11.6 L, 10.2 Imp. qt.)
Coolant type
Use either of the following: • “Toyota Super Long Life Coolant”
• Similar high-quality ethylene glycol-based non-silicate,
non-amine, non-nitrite, and non-borate coolant with long-
life hybrid organic acid technology
Do not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
RC350RC F
MakeDENSO FK20HBR11DENSO FK20HBR-J8
Gap0.043 in. (1.1 mm)0.031 in. (0.8 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system
Battery
Open voltage at 68F
(20 C):12.6  12.8 V Fully charged
12.2
 12.4 V Half charged
11.8
 12.0 V Discharged
(Check the voltage 20 minutes after the engine and all
lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.

662What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 5 3 4 )
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 2 0 5 )
Depending on the situation, other type s of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 533, 539)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds. ( P. 7 8 )
To stop the alarm, turn the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode or start the
engine.
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle or the moon roof opened?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 5 3 9 )
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 533, 539. A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and the horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed

670Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Engine ....................................................... 606ACCESSORY mode....................... 194
Compartment...................................... 479
Engine switch ........................................ 193
Hood ........................................................475
How to start the engine ................... 193
Identification number ...................... 606
If the engine will not start............... 587
Ignition switch (engine switch)..... 193
Overheating .........................................597
Engine coolant....................................... 484 Capacity .................................................. 610
Checking............................................... 484
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine coolant temperature gauge ................................................90, 96
Engine immobilizer system ..................76
Engine oil .................................................. 481 Capacity ................................................ 607
Checking................................................. 481
Preparing and checking before winter ..................................... 315
Engine oil temperature gauge ........... 96
Engine switch ...........................................193
Enhanced VSC ..................................... 282
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ....... 283 Warning light .......................................534
Event data recorder (EDR) ...................10
Expert mode ........................................... 286 First-aid kit storage belt......................434
Flat tire
Vehicles with a spare tire ............. 560
Vehicles with emergency tire puncture repair kit ......................... 574
Floor mats................................................... 30
Fluid Automatic transmission ..................... 611
Brake..........................................................613
Washer ...................................................490
Fog lights.................................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Footwell light .......................................... 428 Wattage ...................................................619
Front fog lights......................................... 216 Replacing light bulbs .........................519
Switch ........................................................ 216
Front passenger occupant classification system ........................... 50
Front seats ................................................. 152 Adjustment.............................................. 152
Cleaning................................................. 463
Correct driving posture .....................32
Driving position memory................. 157
Head restraints ...................................... 161
Jam protection function....................153
Seat heaters .......................................... 426
Seat position memory ....................... 157
Seat ventilators.....................................427F

680Alphabetical index
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Tachometer .......................................90, 96Variable red zone................................. 101
Tail lights...................................................208 Light switch .......................................... 208
Replacing light bulbs ......................... 519
Talk switch
*............................................388
Telephone switches
*..........................388
Theft deterrent system Alarm........................................................... 78
Engine immobilizer system.............. 76
Luggage security system .................142
Theft prevention labels ...................... 80
Tire inflation pressure .........................500 Maintenance data ............................... 614
Tire inflation pressure display function ................................................492
Warning light ...................................... 535
Tire information ..................................... 623 Glossary ................................................ 630
Size ............................................................626
Tire identification number..............625
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.............................................. 628 Tire pressure warning system ..........492
Initializing ............................................... 492
Installing tire pressure warning valves and transmitters................ 492
Registering ID codes ....................... 493
Tire pressure warning reset switch ................................................... 493
Warning light .......................................535
Tires ............................................................. 491 Chains .......................................................316
Checking .................................................491
Emergency tire puncture repair kit .............................................. 574
If you have a flat tire ............. 560, 574
Inflation pressure..................................614
Information............................................ 623
Replacing .............................................. 560
Rotating tires ..........................................491
Size .............................................................614
Snow tires ................................................ 317
Spare tire............................................... 560
Tire inflation pressure display function................................................ 492
Tire pressure warning system ..... 492
Warning light .......................................535
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