2018 LEXUS RCF warning lights

531-1. For safe use
1
For safety and security
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)■
Child restraint system with infant
* 5
■
Unoccupied Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG OFF”
* 6
SRS warning light Off
Seat belt reminder light Off
* 2
or
flashing
* 3
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag
on the front passenger seat
Activated
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated
Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG OFF”
SRS warning light
Off
Seat belt reminder light
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag
on the front passenger seat
Activated
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner
Activated

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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)■
There is a malfunction in the system
* 1
: The system judges a person of adult size as an adult. When a smaller adult sits in
the front passenger seat, the system ma y not recognize him/her as an adult
depending on his/her physique and posture.
* 2
: In the event the front passenger is wearing a seat belt.
* 3
: In the event the front passenger does not wear a seat belt
* 4
: For some children, child in seat, child in booster seat or child in convertible seat,
the system may not recognize him/her as a child. Factors which may affect this can
be the physique or posture.
* 5
: Never install a rear-facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat. A for-
ward-facing child restraint sy stem should only be inst alled on the front passenger
seat when it is unavoidable. (  P. 58)
* 6
: In case the indicator light is not illuminated, consult this manual on how to install the
child restraint system properly. (  P. 60)Indicator/
warning light “AIR BAG ON” and “AIR BAG OFF”
indicator lights “AIR BAG OFF”
SRS warning light
On
Seat belt reminder light
Devices Front passenger airbag Deactivated
Side airbag
on the front passenger seat
Activated
Curtain shield airbag
in the front passenger side
Front passenger knee airbag Deactivated
Front passenger’s seat belt pretensioner Activated

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Instrument cluster
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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U) 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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RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)2. Instrument cluster 
RC350/RC300 (except F SPORT models) 
RC350/RC300 (F SPORT models)Warning lights and indicators The warning lights and indicators on th e instrument cluster, center panel and
outside rear view mirrors inform the driv er of the status of the vehicle’s vari-
ous systems.
For the purpose of explanation, the following illustrations display all warning
lights and indicators illuminated.

86 2. Instrument cluster
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Warning lights inform the driv er of malfunctions in th e indicated vehicle systems.
Warning lights * 1
(U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light
(  P. 453)
* 1
Electric power steering sys-
tem warning light
(  P. 454)
* 1
(Canada)
Brake system warning light
(  P. 453) LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (  P. 454)
* 1
(If equipped)
Charging system warning
light (  P. 453)
* 1
PCS warning light
(  P. 454)
* 1
(U.S.A.)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(  P. 453)
* 1
Slip indicator (  P. 454)
* 1
(Canada)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(  P. 453) * 1
(If equipped)
Automatic headlight level-
ing system warning light
(  P. 454)
* 1
SRS warning light
(  P. 453) Open door warning light
(  P. 454)
* 1
(U.S.A.)
ABS warning light
(  P. 453) Low fuel level warning light
(  P. 455)
* 1
(Canada)
ABS warning light
(  P. 453) Driver’s and front passen-
ger’s seat belt reminder light
(  P. 455)
(U.S.A.) Parking brake warning light
(  P. 454) * 2
Rear passenger’s seat belt
reminder lights (  P. 455)
(Canada) Parking brake warning light
(  P. 454) * 1
Master warning light
(  P. 455)

872. Instrument cluster
2
Instrument cluster
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)* 1
: These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to
indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is
started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a sy stem if a light does
not come on, or turn off. Have the ve hicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
* 2
: This light illuminates on the center panel.
The indicators inform the driver of the op erating state of the vehicle’s various sys-
tems. * 1
Tire pressure warning light
(  P. 455)
Indicators Turn signal indicator
(  P. 221) Cruise control “SET” indica-
tor (  P. 268)
(U.S.A.)
Headlight indicator
(  P. 225) (if equipped)
Gear Shift Indicator
(  P. 217)
(Canada)
Tail light indicator
(  P. 225)
(if equipped)
Intuitive parkin g assist indi-
cator (  P. 280)
Headlight high beam indi-
cator (  P. 226)
* 1, 2
Slip indicator (  P. 314)
Automatic High Beam indi-
cator (  P. 228) * 1, 3
VSC OFF indicator
(  P. 315)
(if equipped)
Front fog light indicator
(  P. 232) * 1, 8
TRAC OFF indicator
(  P. 314)
Cruise control indicator
(  P. 268) LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (  P. 261)
Dynamic radar cruise con-
trol indicator (  P. 268) LDA (Lane Departure
Alert) indicator (  P. 261)

228 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)Push the lever away from you with
the headlight switch in the or
position.
Press the Automatic High Beam
switch. The Automatic High Beam indicator will
come on when the system is operating.Automatic High Beam The Automatic High Beam uses a came ra sensor located behind the upper
portion of the windshield to assess the brightness of the lights of vehicles
ahead, streetlights, etc., and automatica lly turns the high beams on or off as
necessary. WARNING ■
Limitations of the Automatic High Beam
Do not overly rely on the Automatic High Beam. Always drive safely, taking care to
observe your surroundings and turning the hi gh beams on or off ma nually if necessary.■
To prevent incorrect operation of the Automatic High Beam system
Do not overload the vehicle.
Activating the Automatic High Beam 1
2

240 4-3. Operating the lights and wipers
RC350_RC300 AWD_RC3 00_RC F_U(OM24748U)WARNING ■
Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode
The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the wind-
shield is subject to vibratio n in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers or anything
else do not become caught in the windshield wipers.■
Caution regarding the use of washer fluid
When it is cold, do not use the washer fl uid until the windshield becomes warm. The
fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause lo w visibility. This may lead to an accident,
resulting in death or serious injury.
NOTICE ■
When the windshield is dry
Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. ■
When there is no washer fluid spray from the nozzle
Damage to the washer fluid pump may be cau sed if the lever is pulled toward you and
held continually. ■
When a nozzle becomes blocked
In this case, contact your Lexus dealer.
Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozz le will be damaged.