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WARNING
As an added safety feature, your vehicle 
has been equipped with a tire pressure 
monitoring system (TPMS-tire pressure 
warning system) that illuminates a low 
tire pressure telltale  (tire pressure warn-
ing light) when one or more of your tires 
is significantly under-inflated. Accord-
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale 
(tire pressure warnin g light) illuminates, 
you should stop and check your tires as 
soon as possible, and inflate them to the 
proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the tire 
to overheat and can lead to tire failure. 
Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi-
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect 
the vehicle’s handling and stopping abil-
ity.
Please note that the TPMS (tire pressure 
warning system) is not a substitute for 
proper tire maintenance, and it is the 
driver’s responsibility  to maintain correct 
tire pressure, even if under-inflation has 
not reached the level to trigger illumina-
tion of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale 
(tire pressure warning light).
Your vehicle has also been equipped with 
a TPMS (tire pressure warning system) 
malfunction indicator to indicate when 
the system is not operating properly. The 
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) 
malfunction indicator is combined with 
the low tire pressure telltale (tire pres-
sure warning light). When the system 
detects a malfunction, the telltale will 
flash for approximately one minute and 
then remain continuously illuminated. 
This sequence will continue upon subse-
quent vehicle start-ups as long as the 
malfunction exists. When the malfunction 
indicator is illuminated, the system may 
not be able to detect or signal low tire 
pressure as intended.TPMS (tire pressure warning system) 
malfunctions may occur for a variety of 
reasons, including the installation of 
replacement or alternate tires or wheels 
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS 
(tire pressure warning system) from func-
tioning properly. Always check the 
TPMS (tire pressure warning system) 
malfunction telltale after replacing one 
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to 
ensure that the replacement or alternate 
tires and wheels allow the TPMS (tire 
pressure warning system) to continue to 
function properly.
NOTICE
■To ensure the tire pressure warning 
system operates properly
Do not install tires with different specifi-
cations or makers, as the tire pressure 
warning system may not operate prop-
erly. 

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In some situations, the master warning  light and warning buzzer may not oper-
ate as specified. In this case, follow the instructions displayed in the warning 
message.
 If a warning light comes on or flashes at  the same time that a warning message is 
displayed, take corrective actio n according to the warning light. ( P.282)
*: A buzzer sounds the first time a message  is shown on the multi-information display.
■Warning messages
The warning messages explained below 
may differ from the actual messages 
according to operation conditions and vehi-
cle specifications.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the bu zzer may not be heard 
due to being in a noisy location or audio 
sound.
■If “Engine Oil Level Low Add or 
Replace” is displayed
The engine oil level is  low. Check the level 
of the engine oil, and add if necessary.
This message may appear if the vehicle is 
stopped on a slope. Move the vehicle to a 
level surface and check to see if the mes-
sage disappears.
■If “Front Camera Unavailable” or “Front 
Camera Unavailable Remove Debris 
On Windshield” is displayed
The following systems may be suspended 
until the problem shown in the message is 
resolved. ( P.151, 285)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering 
control)
●Dynamic radar cruise control
●Automatic High Beam
■If “Maintenance Required Soon” is dis-
played
Indicates that all maintenance according to 
the driven distance on the maintenance 
schedule
* should be performed soon.
Comes on approximately 4500 miles 
(7200 km) after the message has been 
reset. If necessary,  perform maintenance. 
Please reset the message after the mainte-
nance is performed. ( P.238)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the main tenance interval 
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Maintenance Required Visit Your 
Dealer” is displayed
Indicates that all mainte nance is required to 
correspond to the driven distance on the 
maintenance schedule
*.
Comes on approximately 5000 miles 
(8000 km) after the  message has been 
reset. (The indicator  will not work properly 
unless the message ha s been reset.) Per-
form the necessary maintenance. Please 
reset the message after the maintenance is 
performed. ( P.238)
*: Refer to the separate “Scheduled Main-
Comes onDoes not sound
Indicates a condition, such as malfunction of electri-
cal components, their cond ition, or indicates the 
need for maintenance
FlashesDoes not sound
Indicates a situation, such as when an operation has 
been performed incorrectly, or indicates how to 
perform an operation correctly
Warning buzzer*Warning 

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tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval 
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is 
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to 
be changed. (The indicator will not work 
properly unless the oil maintenance data 
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, the oil 
change system shou ld be reset. (P.250)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be 
changed. (After the engine oil is changed 
and the oil maintenance data has been 
reset.)
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the 
engine oil, the oil change system should be 
reset. ( P.250)
■If a message that indicates the need for 
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the 
multi-information display is malfunctioning. 
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus 
dealer immediately.
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.309)
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-information display, it 
may indicate a malfunction. Have the 
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer 
immediately.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc- tion”
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-information display, it 
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately 
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus 
dealer.
• “Oil Pressure Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction” NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial 
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is 
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating 
to the charging system or the battery 
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus dealer. 

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come off.
2 Install the spare tire and loosely 
tighten each wheel nut by hand by 
approximately the same amount.
When replacing an aluminum wheel with a 
steel wheel, tighten the wheel nuts until the 
tapered portion   comes into loose con-
tact with the disc wheel seat  .
When replacing an aluminum wheel with 
an aluminum wheel, turn the wheel nuts 
until the washers   come into contact 
with the disc wheel  .
3Lower the vehicle.
4 Firmly tighten each wheel nut two 
or three times in the order shown in 
the illustration.
Tightening torque:
76 ft•lbf (103 N•m, 10.5 kgf•m)
5Stow the flat tire, tire jack and all 
tools.
■The spare tire
●The spare tire is identified by the label 
“TEMPORARY USE ONLY” on the tire 
sidewall.
●Use the spare tire temporarily, and only in 
an emergency.
●Make sure to check the tire inflation pres-
sure of the spare tire. ( P.322)
■When using the spare tire
As the spare tire is not equipped with a tire 
pressure warning valve  and transmitter, low 
inflation pressure of the spare tire will not be 
indicated by the tire pressure warning sys-
tem. Also, if you replace the spare tire after 
the tire pressure warning light comes on, 
the light remains on.
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■When the electronic key does not work 
properly
●Make sure that the smart access system 
with push-button start has not been deac-
tivated in the customization setting. If it is 
off, turn the function on.
●Check if battery-saving mode is set. If it is 
set, cancel the function. ( P.94)
■Unlocking the door
Use the mechanical key ( P.82) in 
order to perform the following opera-
tions: 1
Insert the mechanical key while 
pulling on the driver’s door handle.
2
Unlocking the door.
3
Remove the key, return the handle, 
and then pull the handle again.
■Locking the door
1
Move the inside lock button to the 
lock position.
2
Close the door.
■Opening the trunk
Turn the mechanical key clockwise to 
open. ( P.58)
If the electronic key does not 
o
perate properly
If communication between the 
electronic key and vehicle is inter-
rupted ( P.94) or the electronic 
key cannot be used because the 
battery is depleted, the smart 
access system with push-button 
start and wireless remote control 
cannot be used. In such cases, the 
doors and trunk can be opened and 
the engine can be started by follow-
ing the procedure below.
NOTICE
■In case of a smart access system with 
push-button start malfunction or 
other key-related problems
Take your vehicle with  all the electronic 
keys provided with your vehicle, includ-
ing the card key, to your Lexus dealer.
Locking and unlocking the doors 
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■Key linked functions
1Locks both side door
2
Closes the windows and moon roof 
(if equipped) (turn and hold)
*
3Unlocks the door
Turning the key rearward unlocks the 
driver’s door. Turning the key again unlocks 
the other door.
4Opens the windows and moon roof 
(if equipped) (turn and hold)
*
*: These settings must  be customized at 
your Lexus dealer.
1Ensure that the shift lever is in P and 
depress the brake pedal.
2
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 switch will 
turn to IGNITION ON mode.
When the smart access system with 
push-button start is deactivated in custom-
ization setting, the engine switch will turn 
to ACCESSORY mode.
3Firmly depress the brake pedal and 
check that   is shown on the 
multi-information display.
4
Press the engine switch.
In the event that the engine still cannot 
be started, contact your Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When using the mechanical key and 
operating the power windows or 
moon roof
Operate the power window or moon 
roof after checking to make sure that 
there is no possibility of any passenger 
having any of their body parts caught in 
the window or moon roof. 
Also, do not allow children to operate the 
mechanical key. It is possible for children 
and other passengers  to get caught in 
the power window or moon roof.
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5Add coolant if necessary.
Water can be used in an emergency if 
coolant is unavailable.
 Engine (RC350/RC300 AWD)
 Engine (RC300)
 Intercooler (RC300)
6
Start the engine and turn the air 
conditioning system on to check 
that the radiator cooling fans oper-
ate and to check for coolant leaks 
from the radiator or hoses.
The fans operate when the air conditioning 
system is turned on immediately after a 
cold start. Confirm that the fans are oper- ating by checking the fan sound and air 
flow. If it is difficult to check these, turn the 
air conditioning system on and off repeat-
edly.
(The fans may not oper
ate in freezing tem-
peratures.)
7If the fans are not operating:
Stop the engine immediately and 
contact your Lexus dealer.
If the fans are operating:
Have the vehicle inspected at the 
nearest Lexus dealer.
WARNING
■When inspecting under the hood of 
your vehicle
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in serious 
injury such as burns.
●If steam is seen coming from under the 
hood, do not open the hood until the 
steam has subsided. The engine com-
partment may be very hot.
●Keep hands and clothing (especially a 
tie, a scarf or a muffler) away from the 
fans and belts. Failure to do so may 
cause the hands or clothing to be 
caught, resulting in serious injury. 
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■Oil capacity (Drain and refill [Reference*])
*: The engine oil capacity is a reference quantity to be used when changing the engine oil. Warm up and turn off the engine, wait more than 5 minutes, and check the oil level on the 
dipstick.
■Engine oil selection
“Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” is used in 
your Lexus vehicle. Use Lexus 
approved “Toyota Genuine Motor Oil” 
or equivalent to satisfy the following 
grade and viscosity.
Oil grade: ILSAC GF-5 multigrade 
engine oil
Recommended viscosity: SAE 0W-20
SAE 0W-20 is the best choice for 
good fuel economy and good starting 
in cold weather. If SAE 0W-20 is not available, SAE 
5W-20 oil may be used. However, it 
must be replaced with SAE 0W-20 at 
the next oil change.
Fuel
Fuel typeUnleaded gasoline only
Octane Rating91 (Research Octane Number 96) or higher
Fuel tank capacity (Reference)17.5 gal. (66.3 L, 14.6 Imp. gal.)
Lubrication system
With filter
RC350
6.0 qt. (5.7 L, 5.0 Imp. qt.)
RC350 AWD/RC300 AWD
6.8 qt. (6.4 L, 5.6 Imp. qt.)
RC300
4.9 qt. (4.6 L, 4.0 Imp. qt.)
Without filter
RC350
5.8 qt. (5.5 L, 4.8 Imp. qt.)
RC350 AWD/RC300 AWD
6.3 qt. (6.0 L, 5.3 Imp. qt.)
RC300
4.5 qt. (4.3 L, 3.8 Imp. qt.)