2017 LEXUS RC200T ignition

6178-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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When trouble arises
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*: The engine may not be restarted depending on the vehicle condition.
Once
The engine switch has been turned
off with the shift lever in a position
other than P or N.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
Once
After the engine switch has been
turned off with the shift lever in a
position other than P, the shift lever
has been shifted to P.
 Turn the engine switch off.

Power was turned off due to the
automatic power off function.
 Next time when starting the
engine, increase the engine
speed slightly and maintain that
level for approximately 5 min-
utes to recharge the battery.
Con-
tinuous
Indicates that the engine was
stopped in an emergency while driv-
ing
 To restart the engine, shift the
shift lever to N and turn the
engine switch to IGNITION
ON mode.
*
Once
Indicates that the engine switch has
been pressed while driving
 Except when emergency stop-
ping of the vehicle is needed,
immediately release the engine
switch.
Interior buzzerExteriorbuzzerWarning messageDetails/Actions
(Flashes)
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6528-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Ensure that the shift lever is in P and depress the brake pedal.
Touch the Lexus emblem side of the
electronic key to the engine switch.
When the electronic key is detected, a buzzer sounds and the engine switchwill turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart entry & start system is deactivated in customization setting, theengine switch will turn to ACCESSORY
mode.
Firmly depress the brake pedal and check that is shown on the multi-
information display.
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot be started, contact any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
Starting the engine
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6568-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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Connect a positive jumper cable clamp to the positive (+) battery terminal on
your vehicle.
Connect the clamp on the other end of the positive cable to the positive (+)
battery terminal on the second vehicle.
Connect a negative cable clamp to the negative (-) battery terminal on the
second vehicle.
Connect the clamp at the other end of the negative cable to a solid, stationary,
unpainted metallic point away from the battery and any moving parts, as
shown in the illustration.
Start the engine of the second vehicle. Increase the engine speed slightly and
maintain at that level for approximately 5 minutes to recharge the battery of
your vehicle.
Open and close any of the door of your vehicle with the engine switch off.
Maintain the engine speed of the second vehicle and start the engine of your
vehicle by turning the engine switch to IGNITION ON mode.
Once the vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the exact
reverse order from which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehicle inspected at any authorized Lexus
dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional as soon
as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-starting.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio system while the engine is stopped. (Vehicles with a Stop & Start system: except when the engine is stopped by the Stop &
Start system.)
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical components when the vehicle is running at a low speed for an extended period, such as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will discharge gradually even when the vehicle is not
in use, due to natural discharge and the draining effects of certain electrical appliances. If the vehicle is left for a long time, the battery may discharge, and the engine may beunable to start. (The battery recharges automatically during driving.)
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6769-1. Specifications
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*: Vehicles with a Stop & Start system
■Spark plug
Cooling system
CapacityRC200t
Gasoline engine
8.0 L (8.5 qt., 7.0 Imp. qt.)
8.1 L (8.6 qt., 7.1 Imp. qt.)*
Intercooler
3.1 L (3.3 qt., 2.7 Imp. qt.)
RC F 11.6 L (12.3 qt., 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 tech- nologyDo not use plain water alone.
Ignition system
RC200tRC F
MakeNGK DILFR7K9GDENSO FK20HBR-J8
Gap0.9 mm (0.035 in.)0.8 mm (0.031 in.)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.

6969-2. Customization
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■Vehicle customization
●When the speed-detecting automatic door lock and shift-linked automatic door lock are both on, the door lock operates as follows.
• When shifting the shift lever to any position other than P, both side the doors will be
locked. • If the vehicle is started with both side doors locked, the speed-detecting automaticdoor lock will not operate.
• If the vehicle is started with any door unlocked, the speed-detecting automatic door lock will operate.
●When the smart entry & start system is off, the entry unlock function cannot be custom-ized.
●When the doors remain closed after unlocking the doors and the timer activated auto-
matic door lock function activates, signals will be generated in accordance with the operational signal (Emergency flashers) function setting.
●Some settings can be changed using a switch or the audio system screen. If a setting is
changed using a switch, the changed setting will not be reflected on the audio system screen until the engine switch is turn ed off and then to IGNITION ON mode.
■When customizing using the Remote Touch or Lexus Display Audio controller
Stop the vehicle in a safe place, apply the parking brake, and shift the shift lever to P. Also, to prevent battery discharge, leave the engine running while customizing the features.
WARNING
■During customization
As the engine needs to be running during customization, ensure that the vehicle is
parked in a place with adequate ventilation. In a closed area such as a garage, exhaust gases including harmful carbon monoxide (CO) may collect and enter the vehicle. Thismay lead to death or a serious health hazard.
NOTICE
■During customization
To prevent battery discharge, ensure that the engine is running while customizing fea-
tures.

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What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
●If you lose your mechanical keys, new genuine mechanical keys can be made
by any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and
equipped professional. ( P. 160)
●If you lose your electronic keys, the risk of vehicle theft increases significantly.
Contact any authorized Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional immediately. ( P. 163)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 563)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine switch off. ( P. 248)
●Is the electronic key left inside the vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that you have the electronic key on your
person.
●The function may not operate properly due to the condition of the radio wave.
( P. 177)
●The function to prevent the electronic key from being left inside the trunk will
operate and you can open the trunk as us ual. Take the key out from the trunk.
( P. 172)
If you have a problem, check the following before contacting any authorized
Lexus dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified and equipped professional.
The doors cannot be locked, unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The doors cannot be locked or unlocked
The trunk lid is closed with the electronic key left inside

701What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Did you press the engine switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 247)
●Is the shift lever in P? (P. 250)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 175)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 250)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a temporary way. ( P. 652)
●Is the battery discharged? (P. 654)
●Is the engine switch in IGNITION ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
engine switch in IGNITION ON mode. ( P. 258)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 250)
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted from P even if you depress the brake
pedal
The steering wheel cannot be turned after the engine is stopped

702What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the window lock switch pressed?
The power window except for the one at the driver’s seat cannot be operated
if the window lock switch is pressed. ( P. 227)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode (the engine is not running) for a period of
time. ( P. 250)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 593)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 261)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 591, 597)

●Did anyone inside the vehicle open a door or anything move inside the vehicle
during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects them and the alarm sounds. ( P. 103)
Do one of the following to deactivate or stop the alarm:
• Unlock the doors or open the trunk using the entry function or wireless
remote control.
• Start the engine.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The engine switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)