2015 LEXUS RC350 lights

842. Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
Warning lights inform the driver of malfun ctions in the indicated vehicle systems.
Warning lights
*1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
( P. 5 3 3 )
*1, 2
(if equipped)
Pre-collision system warn-
ing light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
( P. 5 3 3 )*1
Slip indicator ( P. 5 3 4 )
*1Charging system warning
light ( P. 5 3 3 )*1 Automatic headlight level-
ing system warning light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 5 3 3 )Open door warning light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
( P. 5 3 3 )Low fuel level warning light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1SRS warning light
( P. 5 3 3 )Seat belt reminder light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
( P. 5 3 3 )*1Master warning light
( P. 5 3 4 )
*1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
( P. 5 3 3 )*1Tire pressure warning light
( P. 5 3 5 )
*1Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
( P. 5 3 4 )

852. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode toindicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
on, 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 vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems.
Indicators
Turn signal indicator
( P. 2 0 4 )
(if equipped)
LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator ( P. 2 4 8 )
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
( P. 2 0 8 )

(if equipped)
Intuitive parking assist indi-
cator ( P. 2 5 5 )
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
( P. 2 0 8 ) *1, 2 Slip indicator ( P. 2 8 4 )
Headlight high beam indi-
cator ( P. 2 0 9 )
*1VSC OFF indicator
( P. 2 8 5 )
(if equipped)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator ( P. 211)*1, 8TRAC OFF indicator
( P. 2 8 4 )
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
( P. 2 1 6 )*1, 3
(if equipped)
Pre-collision system warn-
ing light
( P. 2 9 1 )
Cruise control indicator
(  P. 2 2 9 , 2 3 3 )
*4, 6
(if equipped)
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)
outside rear view mirror
indicators ( P. 2 9 7 )
(if equipped)
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol indicator ( P. 2 3 3 )*7Security indicator
( P. 76 , 7 8 )
Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor ( P. 229, 233)
*5Low outside temperature
indicator ( P. 9 0 , 9 6 )

872. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
RC F
●TVD (Torque Vectoring Differential) control mode indicators (RC F)
*1: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode toindicate that a system check is being perfor med. They will turn off after the engine is
on, 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 vehi cle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
*2: The light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
*3: The light comes on when the system is turn ed off. The light will flash quickly when the
system is operating.
*4: In order to confirm operation, the BSM outside rear view mirror indicators illuminate in the following situations:
• When the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode while the BSM main
switch is turned on.
• When the BSM main switch is turned on while the engine swit ch is in IGNITION
ON mode.
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 indica tors 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.
*5: When the outside temperature is approximately 37 F (3 C) or lower, the indicator
will flash for approximately 10 seconds, then stay on.
*6: This light illuminates on the outside rear view mirrors.
*7: This light illuminates on the center panel.
*8:RC F“NORMAL” indicator
(
 P. 2 7 8 ) Eco drive mode indicator
(
 P. 2 7 8 )
“SPORT S” indicator
(  P. 2 7 8 ) “SPORT S+” indicator
(
 P. 2 7 8 )
Snow mode indicator
(  P. 2 0 0 )
(if equipped)
“STANDARD” indicator
( P. 313)
(if equipped)
“SLALOM” indicator
( P. 313)
(if equipped)
“TRACK” indicator
( P. 313)

942. Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brig htness levels when the tail ligh ts are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail
lights will not change the instru ment panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made
to the instrument panel bright ness levels will be applied to both settings at once.
■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 change d 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.
■Pop-up display
●In some situations, such as when a switch operation is pe rformed, a pop-up display will
be temporarily displayed on the multi-info rmation display or the odometer/trip meter
screen (F SPORT models only).
●Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. ( P. 1 0 8 )
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (P. 1 0 3 )
Instrument panel light control
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2

1012. Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
The brightness of the instrument panel lights can be adjusted.
Darker
Brighter
■The meters and display illuminate when
The engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode.
■Welcome illumination of the analog speedometer
●When the driver’s door is opened, th e analog speedometer will illuminate.
Then, when the driver’s door is closed, the analog speedometer will illuminate and go
off (pulsate) 3 times.
●In the following situations, the analog speedometer will no t pulsate even though the
driver’s door is opened and closed:
• Within 60 seconds after the analog meter pulsation completes
• Within 60 seconds of turn ing the engine switch off
■Va r i a b l e r e d z o n e
■Eco driving meter
●The number of blue segments displayed on the eco driving meter decreases/increases
depending on the vehicle acceleration. Use this meter as a guideline when you wish to
drive in an eco-friendly manner that reduces fuel consumption.
However, on a downward grade where the vehicle can accelerate without the acceler-
ator pedal being depressed, the eco driving meter may not display the eco-driving
state correctly.
●When the shift lever is moved to P, N or R, the segments will turn gray and the eco driv-
ing meter will not operate.
Instrument panel light control
1
2
To help protect the engine, the engine speed is
controlled by starting the red zone of the
tachometer at different engine speeds ranging
from 3700 rpm to 7300 rpm depending on the
engine coolant temperature.
Before driving under extremely high load condi-
tions, make sure to sufficiently warm up the
engine.

1022. Instrument cluster
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■Instrument panel brightness adjustment
The instrument panel brig htness levels when the tail ligh ts are on and off can be adjusted
individually. However, when the surroundings ar e bright (daytime, etc.), turning on the tail
lights will not change the instru ment panel brightness. At this time, any adjustments made
to the instrument panel bright ness levels will be applied to both settings at once.
■Dimming the analog speedometer lighting
The analog speedometer lighting will be dimm ed when the ambient light is bright, such
as during the daytime, and SPORT S or SPORT S+ mode is selected.
■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 change d 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.
■Pop-up display
●In some situations, such as when a switch operation is pe rformed, a pop-up display will
be temporarily displayed on the multi-information display.
●Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. ( P. 1 1 9 )
■Liquid crystal display
Small spots or light spots may appear on the display. This phenomenon is characteristic
of liquid crystal displays, and there is no problem continuing to use the display.
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on the multi-information display. (P. 1 1 0 )
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and its components
●Do not let the indicator of the tachometer enter the red zone, as it represents the
engine speed range which exceeds the maximum safe engine speed.
●In the following situations, the engine may be overheating. In this case, immediately
stop the vehicle in a safe place, and check the engine after it has cooled completely.
(  P. 5 9 7 )
• The engine coolant temperature gauge indi cator ( ) is in the red zone and flash-
ing.
• The engine oil temperature gauge indicato r ( ) is in the red zone and flashing.

1313-1. Key information
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Operation of each component
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
To take out the mechanical key, push
the release button and take the key out.
The mechanical key can only be
inserted in one direction, as the key only
has grooves on one side. If the key can-
not be inserted in a lock cylinder, turn it
over and re-attempt to insert it.
After using the mechanical key, store it
in the electronic key. Carry the mechan-
ical key together with the electronic key.
If the electronic key battery is depleted
or the entry function does not operate
properly, you will need the mechanical
key. (P. 5 9 0 )
■Panic mode
Using the mechanical key
When is pressed for longer than about
one second, an alarm will sound intermittently
and the vehicle lights will flash to deter any per-
son from trying to break into or damage your
vehicle.
To stop the alarm, press any button on the elec-
tronic key.

1363-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and trunk
RC350/RCF_U (OM24636U)
■Operation signals
A buzzer sounds and the emergency flashers flash to indicate that the doors have been
locked/unlocked. (Locked: once; Unlocked: twice)
A buzzer sounds to indicate that the windows and moon roof are operating.
■Security feature
If a door is not opened within approximately 60 seconds after the vehicle is unlocked, the
security feature automatically locks the vehicle again.
■Welcome light illumination control
The side marker, parking, tail and license plat e lights automatically turn on at night when
the doors are unlocked using the entry functi on or wireless remote control if the light
switch is in the “AUTO” position.
■When the door cannot be locked by the lock sensor on the surface of the door handle
■Door lock buzzer
If an attempt to lock the doors is made when a door is not fully closed, a buzzer sounds
continuously for 5 seconds. Fully close the door to stop the buzzer, and lock the vehicle
once more.
■Setting the alarm
Locking the doors will set the alarm system. ( P. 7 8 )
■If the smart access system with push-butto n start or the wireless remote control does
not operate properly
Use the mechanical key and/or inside lock buttons to lock and unlock the doors.
(  P. 5 9 0 )
Replace the key battery with a new one if it is depleted. ( P. 5 0 7 )
Use your palm to touch the lock sensor.