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If any washer does not work or the
warning message appears on the
multi-information display, the washer
tank may be empty. Add washer fluid.
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WARNING
■Chemicals in the battery
Batteries contain poisonous and corro-
sive sulfuric acid and may produce
hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. To reduce the risk of death or
serious injury, take the following precau-
tions while working on or near the bat-
tery:
●Do not cause sparks by touching the
battery terminals with tools.
●Do not smoke or light a match near the
battery.
●Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothes.
●Never inhale or swallow electrolyte.
●Wear protective safety glasses when
working near the battery.
●Keep children away from the battery.
■Where to safely charge the battery
Always charge the battery in an open
area. Do not charge the battery in a
garage or closed room where there is
insufficient ventilation.
■How to recharge the battery
Only perform a slow charge (5 A or
less). The battery may explode if charged
at a quicker rate.
■Emergency measures regarding
electrolyte
●If electrolyte gets in your eyes
Flush your eyes with clean water for at
least 15 minutes and get immediate med-
ical attention. If possible, continue to
apply water with a sponge or cloth while
traveling to the nearest medical facility.
●If electrolyte gets on your skin
Wash the affected area thoroughly. If you
feel pain or burning, get medical atten-
tion immediately.
●If electrolyte gets on your clothes
It can soak through clothing on to your
skin. Immediately take off the clothing
and follow the procedure above if neces-
sary.
●If you accidentally swallow electrolyte
Drink a large quantity of water or milk.
Get emergency medical attention imme-
diately.
NOTICE
■When recharging the battery
Never recharge the battery while the
engine is running. Also, be sure all acces-
sories are turned off.
Adding the washer fluid
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1Take out the mechanical key.
2
Remove the cover.
To prevent damage to the key, wrap the tip
of the screwdriver with tape.
3Remove the depleted battery.
Insert a new battery with the “+” terminal
facing up.
Replacing the batteryWARNING
■Removed battery and other parts
These parts are small and if swallowed by
a child, they can cause choking. Keep
away from children. Failure to do so
could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
■For normal operation after replacing
the battery
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidents:
●Always work with dry hands.Moisture
may cause the battery to rust.
●Do not touch or move any other com-
ponent inside the remote control.
●Do not bend either of the battery ter-
minals.
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When trouble arises
■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.
Starting the engine
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When trouble arises
1Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
turn off the air conditioning system,
and then stop the engine.
2
If you see steam:
Carefully lift the hood after the
steam subsides.
If you do not see steam:
Carefully lift the hood.
3
After the engine has cooled down
sufficiently, inspect the hoses and
radiator core (radiator) for any
leaks.
RC350/RC300 AWD
WARNING
●When working with the battery, always
wear safety glasses and take care not
to allow any battery fluids (acid) to
come into contact with skin, clothing
or the vehicle body.
●Do not lean over the battery.
●In the event that battery fluid comes
into contact with the skin or eyes,
immediately wash the affected area
with water and seek medical attention.
Place a wet sponge or cloth over the
affected area until medical attention
can be received.
●Always wash your hands after handling
the battery support, terminals, and
other battery-related parts.
●Do not allow children near the battery.
NOTICE
■When handling jumper cables
When connecting the jumper cables,
ensure that they do not become entan-
gled in the cooling fans or engine drive
belt.
If your vehicle overheats
The following may indicate that
your vehicle is overheating.
The engine coolant temperature
gauge ( P.66) is in the red zone
or a loss of engine power is expe-
rienced. (For example, the vehicle
speed does not increase.)
“Engine Coolant Temp High Stop
in a Safe Place See Owner's
Manual” is shown on the
multi-information display.
Steam comes out from under the
hood.
Correction procedures
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Alphabetical Index
A
A/C Air conditioning filter ............................... 264
Automatic air conditioning system ...205
Micro dust and pollen filter...................209
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................192 Warning light ............................................... 283
Active Sound Control (ASC) ..................134
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 192
Air conditioning filter ................................. 264
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............................... 264
Automatic air conditioning system ...205
Micro dust and pollen filter...................209
Airbags Airbag operating conditions................... 30
Airbag precautions for your child .........32
Correct driving posture .............................23
Curtain shield airbag operating condi-tions .................................................................. 30
Curtain shield airbag precautions ........32
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 36
General airbag precautions ....................32
Locations of airbags.................................... 28
Modification and disposal of airbags . 35
Side airbag operating conditions ......... 30
Side airbag precautions .............................32
Side and curtain shield airbags operating conditions...................................................... 30
Side and curtain shield airbags precau- tions ...................................................................32
SRS airbags ..................................................... 28
SRS warning light ...................................... 283
Alarm ................................................................... 58 Warning buzzer ......................................... 282
Anchor brackets ............................................... 41
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start)........................................ 93
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................192 Warning light ............................................... 283 Approach warning........................................ 173
ASC (Active Sound Control) ..................134
Assist grips ..................................................... 220
Audio system-linked display ...................... 75
Automatic air conditioning system ...... 205
Automatic headlight leveling system .... 137
Automatic High Beam ............................... 138
Automatic light control system................136
Automatic transmission ..............................128
M mode ............................................................. 131
Paddle shift switches ........................ 130, 131
Snow mode.................................................... 130
Average fuel economy..................................72
Average vehicle speed .................................72
B
Back-up light Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Wattage ..........................................................326
Battery Battery checking ........................................253
If the battery is discharged ................... 306
Preparing and checking before winter.....196
Warning light ...............................................282
Boost gauge.......................................................74
Brake Fluid.....................................................................321
Parking brake ................................................134
Warning light ...............................................282
Brake assist ......................................................192
Break-in tips...................................................... 117
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................... 71
C
Card key ............................................................ 82
CareAluminum wheels ...................................... 232
Exterior............................................................ 232
Interior .............................................................235
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Seat belts........................................................ 235
Cargo capacity...............................................123
Cargo hooks ...................................................219
Center Display ............................................. 202
Chains ................................................................ 197
Child restraint system Child seats definition................................... 40
Child seats installation....................... 44, 48
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 36
Installing a CRS to the front passenger seat ....................................................................42
Installing a CRS to the rear seat............ 44
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors . 48
Installing CRS with seat belts.................. 44
Installing CRS with top tether strap.....50
Child safety Airbag precautions.......................................32
Battery precautions ..................... 254, 308
Child restraint system................................. 40
Heated steering wheel or seat heater precautions.................................................. 212
How your child should wear the seat belt 25
Installing child restraints ............................ 40
Moon roof precautions ..............................114
Power window lock switch........................ 111
Removed electronic key battery precau- tions ............................................................... 266
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 40
Trunk precautions ........................................ 89
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ...................................... 232
Exterior ........................................................... 232
Interior ............................................................. 235
Radar sensor..................................................152
Seat belts........................................................ 235
Clock ........................................................ 66, 220
Clock settings ............................................... 220
Coat hooks..................................................... 220
Compass ..........................................................227 Condenser ..................................................... 252
Console box ....................................................218
Consumption screen .................................... 78
Cooling system............................................. 250
Engine overheating.................................. 309
Cornering lights ............................................. 137 Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control............... 168
Cup holders .....................................................218
Current fuel consumption ...........................72
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features .............................. 339
D
Daytime running light system ...................136
Daytime running lights Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors.................... 209
Rear window ............................................... 209
Windshield ................................................... 209
Differential Front differential oil. .......................... ...........321
Rear differential oil. ......................................321
Dimension ........................................................316
Dinghy towing................................................. 124
Display Center Display ............................................202
Drive information .......................................... 72
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 163
Multi-information display ............................ 71
Warning messages.....................................291
Distance until next engine oil change .... 70
Do-it-yourself maintenance .................... 239
Door courtesy lights .....................................215
Door lock Doors ..................................................................86
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 93
Wireless remote control ...........................84
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Jam protection function............................. 110
Operation......................................................... 110
Window lock switch ..................................... 111
Pre-Collision System (PCS) Function ............................................................154
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 156
Warning light ...............................................285
Warning message.......................... 160, 290
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) .......................................................... 168
Radiator ........................................................... 252
Rear seats .......................................................... 99 Head restraints ............................................ 103
Seat heaters .................................................... 212
Seat ventilators.............................................. 212
Rear side marker lights Light switch .....................................................136
Rear turn signal lights Turn signal lever ...........................................133
Wattage.......................................................... 326
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror..............................107
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 108
Rear window defogger ............................. 209
Refueling Capacity .......................................................... 318
Fuel types........................................................ 318
If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ....
303
Opening the fuel tank cap ..................... 148
Remote Touch ..............................................200
Replacing Electronic key battery.............................. 265
Fuses ................................................................ 267
Light bulbs..................................................... 270
Tires .................................................................. 294
Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required ...................................... 238
Rev indicator .................................................... 69
Rev peak............................................................. 69
S
Seat belt reminder light............................. 286
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor................. 26
Child restraint system installation .........40
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt ....235
Emergency Locking Retractor .............. 26
How to wear your seat belt ..................... 25
How your child should wear the seat belt 25
Pregnant women, proper seat belt use .... 24
Reminder light and buzzer .................. 286
Seat belt extender......................................... 25
Seat belt pretensioners .............................. 27
SRS warning light.......................................283
Seat heaters ..................................................... 212
Seat position memory................................. 100
Seat ventilators ............................................... 212
Seating capacity.............................................123
Seats Adjustment ....................................................... 97
Cleaning .........................................................235
Driving position memory ........................ 100
Head restraints............................................. 103
Power easy access system .................... 100
Properly sitting in the seat ........................ 23
Seat heaters .................................................... 212
Seat position memory ..............................100
Seat ventilators .............................................. 212
Seats, Front Child seats/child restraint system installa-tion ....................................................................40
Sensor Automatic headlight system .................. 136
Automatic High Beam system ............. 138
Inside rear view mirror .............................108
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ........................................................... 161
Radar sensor ................................................. 152