2018 LEXUS RC350 Owners Manual

RC350_RC300 AWD_RC300_RC F_U(OM24748U)
Pictorial indexSearch by illustration
1For safety
and securityMake sure to read through them
2Instrument clusterHow to read the gauges and meters, the variety of
warning lights and indicators, etc.
3Operation of each
componentOpening and closing the doors and windows,
adjustment before driving, etc.
4DrivingOperations and advice which are necessary for driving
5Interior featuresUsage of the interior features, etc.
6Maintenance
and careCaring for your vehicle and maintenance procedures
7When trouble
arisesWhat to do in case of malfunction or emergency
8Vehicle
specificationsVehicle specifications, customizable features, etc.
9For ownersReporting safety defects for U.S. owners, and seat belt
and SRS airbag instructio ns for Canadian owners
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IndexSearch by symptom
Search alphabetically

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For your information................................... 8
Reading this manual................................... 12
How to search ..............................................13
Pictorial index............................................... 14
1-1. For safe use
Before driving ................................ 30
For safe driving .............................. 32
Seat belts .......................................... 34
SRS airbags ..................................... 40
Front passenger occupant classification system ...................51
Safety information for children .......................................... 57
Child restraint systems ............... 58
Exhaust gas precautions............ 78
1-2. Theft deterrent system Engine immobilizer system....... 79
Alarm .................................................80
Theft prevention labels ............... 82 2. Instrument cluster
Warning lights and indicators....................................... 84
Gauges and meters (RC350/RC300) .....................91
Gauges and meters (RC F)...... 96
Multi-information display (RC350/RC300) ................. 103
Multi-information display (RC F) ............................................. 118
Fuel consumption information ..................................135
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2Instrument cluster

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3-1. Key information
Keys .................................................. 140
3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors and
trunk
Doors ................................................145
Trunk .................................................. 151
Smart access system with push-button start.......................156
3-3. Adjusting the seats Front seats ....................................... 161
Rear seats .......................................164
Power easy access system/driving position memory/
memory recall function ..........166
Head restraints .............................. 171
3-4. Adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors
Steering wheel .............................. 174
Inside rear view mirror .............. 176
Outside rear view mirrors .......178
3-5. Opening, closing the windows and moon roof
Power windows ........................... 182
Moon roof ...................................... 186 4-1. Before driving
Driving the vehicle ......................192
Cargo and luggage ....................201
Vehicle load limits ..................... 204
Trailer towing .............................. 205
Dinghy towing ............................. 206
4-2. Driving procedures Engine (ignition) switch ........... 207
Automatic transmission ............213
Turn signal lever ........................... 221
Parking brake .............................. 222
ASC (Active Sound Control)
(RC350/RC300) ................ 223
ASC (Active Sound Control)
(RC F) .......................................... 224
4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
Headlight switch ........................ 225
Automatic High Beam............. 228
Fog light switch ........................... 232
Windshield wipers and washer ......................................... 233
4-4. Refueling Opening the fuel tank cap ....... 241
3Operation of each
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4-5. Using the driving support
systems
Lexus Safety System+ .............. 245
PCS (Pre-Collision System) ......... 250
LDA (Lane Departure Alert
with steering control) ..............261
Dynamic radar cruise control ......................................... 268
Intuitive parking assist..............280
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) ............. 290
• BSM function......................... 293
• RCTA function...................... 297
Driving mode select switch ............................................ 301
Active rear wing ......................... 307
TVD (Torque Vectoring
Differential) ................................ 310
Driving assist systems ................312
4-6. Driving tips Winter driving tips ..................... 320 5-1. Using the air conditioning
system
Remote Touch ............................ 326
10.3-inch display ..........................331
Automatic air conditioning system.......................................... 333
Heated steering wheel/ seat heaters/
seat ventilators ......................... 344
5-2. Using the interior lights Interior lights list ......................... 347
• Interior lights.......................... 348
• Personal lights....................... 349
5-3. Using the storage features List of storage features ............ 350
• Glove box .................................351
• Console box ............................351
• Cup holders ........................... 352
Trunk features ............................. 3535Interior features

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5-4. Using the other interior
features
Other interior features ............ 354 • Sun visors ................................ 354
• Vanity mirrors ....................... 354
• Clock ........................................ 355
• Power outlet .......................... 355
• Armrest.................................... 356
•Trunk storage extension ................................. 357
• Assist grips .............................358
• Coat hooks.............................358
Garage door opener ............... 359
Compass ....................................... 366
LEXUS Enform Safety Connect...................................... 370 6-1. Maintenance and care
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle exterior ................ 376
Cleaning and protecting the vehicle interior................... 381
6-2. Maintenance Maintenance requirements ............................ 384
General maintenance.............. 387
Emission inspection and maintenance (I/M)
programs.................................... 390
6-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
Do-it-yourself service precautions .................................391
Hood ............................................... 393
Positioning a floor jack ............ 394
Engine compartment ............... 397
Tires ................................................... 412
Tire inflation pressure .............. 420
Wheels ........................................... 423
Air conditio ning filter ............... 425
Electronic key battery...............427
Checking and replacing fuses.............................................. 429
Light bulbs .................................... 4326Maintenance and care

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7-1. Essential information
Emergency flashers .................. 442
If your vehicle has to be stopped in
an emergency .......................... 443
7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
If your vehicle needs to be towed ............................... 444
If you think something is wrong.............................................451
Fuel pump shut off system ...... 452
If a warning light turns on or a warning buzzer
sounds ......................................... 453
If a warning message is displayed .................................... 460
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with a
spare tire) ................................... 489
If you have a flat tire (vehicles with
an emergency
tire puncture repair kit) ........ 502
If the engine will not start ..........516
If the electronic key does not operate pr operly .............. 518
If the vehicle battery is discharged ................................. 522
If your vehicle overheats......... 526
If the vehicle becomes stuck ............................................. 532 8-1. Specifications
Maintenance data (fuel, oil level, etc.) .................. 536
Fuel information ......................... 554
Tire information .......................... 557
8-2. Customization Customizable features ............ 569
8-3. Items to initialize Items to initialize......................... 578
8-4. Certifications Certifications ............................... 579
Reporting safety defects for U.S. owners ...............................600
Seat belt instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) .................................. 601
SRS airbag instructions for Canadian owners
(in French) ................................. 603
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(Troubleshooting ).................................612
Alphabetical index ..................................616
Index
Refer to the “NAVIGATION AND MULTIMEDIA SYSTEM OWNER’S
MANUAL” for information regard ing the equipment listed below.
• Navigation system
• Audio/video system• Lexus parking assist monitor
•Lexus Enform

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Please note that this manual applies to all
models and explains all equipment, including
options. Therefore, you may find some expl anations for equipment not installed on your
vehicle.
All specifications provided in this manual are current at the time of printing. However,
because of the Lexus policy of continual pr oduct improvement, we reserve the right to
make changes at any time without notice.
Depending on specifications, th e vehicle shown in the illustrations may differ from your
vehicle in terms of color and equipment.
Approximately five hours after the engine is turned off, you may hear sound coming from
under the vehicle for several minutes. This is the sound of a fuel evaporation leakage
check and, it does not indicate a malfunction.
A wide variety of non-genuine spare parts and accessories for Lexus vehicles are cur-
rently available in the market. You should kn ow that Toyota does not warrant these prod-
ucts and is not responsible fo r their performance, repair, or replacement, or for any
damage they may cause to, or adverse effect they may have on, your Lexus vehicle.
This vehicle should not be modified with non-genuine Lexus products. Modification with
non-genuine Lexus products could affect its performance, safety or durability, and may
even violate governmental regulations. In addition, damage or performance problems
resulting from the modification may not be covered under warranty.
The installation of a mobile two-way radio system in your vehicle could affect electronic
systems such as:
●Multiport fuel injection system/seque ntial multiport fuel injection system
●Lexus Safety System+
●Anti-lock brake system
●Vehicle dynamics integrated management
●SRS airbag system
●Seat belt pretensioner system
Be sure to check with your Lexus dealer for precautionary measures or special instruc-
tions regarding installation of a mobile two-way radio system.
For your information
Main Owner’s Manual
Noise from under vehicle after turning off the engine
Accessories, spare parts and modification of your Lexus
Installation of a mobile two-way radio system