2017 LEXUS RC300H Owners Manual

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Vehicle specifications
9-3. Items to initialize
*: If equipped
Items to initialize
The following item must be initialized for normal system operation after such
cases as the 12-volt battery being re connected, or maintenance being per-
formed on the vehicle:
ItemWhen to initializeReference
Engine oil maintenance data*After changing the engine oilP. 476
Tire pressure warning system
• When rotating the tires • When changing the tire inflation
pressure by changing traveling speed or load weight, etc.
P. 487

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Index
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What to do if...
(Troubleshooting)............................... 620
Alphabetical index................................. 624
For vehicles with a navigation or multimedia system, refer to the
“NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL” for information regardin g the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system
• Lexus parking assist-sensor
• Lexus parking assist monitor

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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. 140)
●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. 143)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted? (P. 511)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the power switch off. ( P. 216)
●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. 157)
●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. 152)
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

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●Did you press the power switch while firmly depressing the brake pedal?
( P. 215)
●Is the shift lever in P? (P. 217)
●Is the electronic key anywhere detectable inside the vehicle? (P. 155)
●Is the steering wheel unlocked? (P. 217)
●Is the electronic key battery weak or depleted?
In this case, the hybrid system ca n be started in a temporary way. (P. 580)
●Is the 12-volt battery discharged? (P. 582)
●Is the power switch in ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by depressing the brake pedal with the
power switch in ON mode. ( P. 227)
●It is locked automatically to prevent theft of the vehicle. (P. 217)
If you think something is wrong
The hybrid system 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 hybrid system is stopped

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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. 196)
●The auto power off function will be operated if the vehicle is left in ACCES-
SORY or ON mode (the hybrid system is not operating) for a period of time.
( P. 217)
●The seat belt reminder light is flashing
Are the driver and the front passenger wearing the seat belts? ( P. 539)
●The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P. 230)
Depending on the situation, other types of warning buzzer may also sound.
( P. 537, 542)

●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. 102)
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 con-
trol. • Start the hybrid system.
The windows do not open or close by operating the power window
switches
The power switch is turned off automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during driving
An alarm is activated and th e horn sounds (if equipped)

623What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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●Is the message displayed on the multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-information display. ( P. 542)
●When a warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed, refer to
P. 537, 542.
●Stop the vehicle in a safe place and repair the flat tire temporarily with the
emergency tire puncture repair kit. ( P. 563)
●Try the procedure for when the vehicle becomes stuck in mud, dirt, or snow.
( P. 592)
A warning buzzer sounds when leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a warning message is displayed
When a problem has occurred
If you have a flat tire
The vehicle becomes stuck

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Alphabetical index
Alphabetical index
A/C ............................................................ 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
AAC disc ...................................................371
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......304
Warning light ...................................... 538
Active Sound Control (ASC)........... 231
Adaptive Variable
Suspension System .......................... 305
Air conditioning filter ......................... 509
Air conditioning system ..................... 432
Air conditioning filter....................... 509
Automatic air conditioning
system .................................................. 432
Blower customization ..................... 439
S-FLOW mode.................................. 434
Airbag manual on-off system ............. 54
Airbags......................................................... 43
Airbag manual on-off system ......... 54
Airbag operating conditions........... 49
Airbag precautions for
your child............................................... 45
Correct driving posture .................... 36
Curtain shield airbag operating
conditions.............................................. 49
Curtain shield airbag
precautions............................................47
General airbag precautions ........... 45
Locations of airbags............................ 43
Modification and disposal of
airbags .................................................... 48
Side airbag operating
conditions ..............................................49
Side airbag precautions.................... 45
Side and curtain shield airbags
operating conditions ........................49
Side and curtain shield airbags
precautions .......................................... 45
SRS airbags ..............................................43
SRS warning light .............................. 538
Alarm ...........................................................102
Anchor brackets ...................................... 64
Antennas (smart entry &
start system) ........................................ 155
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)....... 304
Warning light....................................... 538
Approach warning............................... 262
ASC (Active Sound Control) ...........231
Assist grips .............................................. 457
Audio input ...............................................351
Audio system.......................................... 344
Audio CD player................................. 371
Audio input ............................................. 351
AUX port/USB port ......................... 351
Bluetooth® audio ............................. 395
iPod ........................................................... 377
Optimal use............................................ 361
Portable music player ..................... 386
Radio........................................................ 369
Steering wheel audio switch........ 350
USB memory ........................................381
Automatic headlight leveling
system ................................................... 234
Warning light....................................... 539
Automatic High Beam ...................... 235
Automatic light control system ...... 232
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