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If this accidentally oc
curs, either turn the
engine switch to off and then to IGNITION
ON mode, or initialize the system after
checking that the tire pressure is properly
adjusted.
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure warning system that uses tire
pressure warning valves and transmit-
ters to detect low tire inflation pressure
before serious problems arise.
If the tire pressure drops below a
predetermined level, the driver is
warned by a screen display and a
warning light. ( P.287)
The tire pressure detected by the
tire pressure warning system can be
displayed on the multi-information
display. ( P.71)
The illustration used is intended as an
example, and may differ from the image
that is actually displayed on the multi-infor-
mation display.
■Routine tire inflation pressure checks
The tire pressure warning system does not
replace routine tire inflation pressure
checks. Make sure to check tire inflation
pressure as part of your routine of daily
vehicle checks.
■Situations in which the tire pressure
warning system may not operate prop-
erly
●In the following cases, the tire pressure
warning system may not operate prop-
erly.
• If non-genuine Lexus wheels are used.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not an OE (Original Equipment) tire.
• A tire has been replaced with a tire that is not of the specified size.
• Tire chains, etc. are equipped.
• An auxiliary-supported run-flat tire is equipped.
• If a window tint that affects the radio wave signals is installed.
• If there is a lot of snow or ice on the vehi-
cle, particularly around the wheels or
wheel housings.
• If the tire inflation pressure is extremely
higher than the specified level.
• If tires not equipped with tire pressure warning valves and transmitters are used.
• If the ID code on the tire pressure warn- ing valves and transmitters is not regis-
tered in the tire pressure warning
computer.
●Performance may be af fected in the fol-
lowing situations.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio stat ion, large display,
airport or other fac ility that generates
strong radio waves or electrical noise
• When carrying a portable radio, cellular
phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication device
If tire position information is not correctly
displayed due to the radio wave conditions,
the display may be corrected by driving and
changing the radio wave conditions.
●When the vehicle is parked, the time
taken for the warning to start or go off
could be extended.
●When tire inflation pr essure declines rap-
idly for example when a tire has burst, the
warning may not function.
Tire pressure warning system
2887-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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■When the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Check the tire inflation pressure and adjust
to the appropriate level. Pushing the tire
pressure warning reset switch will not turn
off the tire pressure warning light.
■The tire pressure warning light may
come on due to natural causes
The tire pressure warning light may come
on due to natural causes such as natural air
leaks and tire inflation pressure changes
caused by temperature. In this case, adjust-
ing the tire inflation pressure will turn off the
warning light (after a few minutes).
■When a tire is replaced with the spare
tire
The spare tire is not equipped with a tire
pressure warning valve and transmitter. If a
tire goes flat, the tire pressure warning light
will not turn off even though the flat tire has
been replaced with the spare tire.
■Conditions that the tire pressure warn-
ing system may not function properly
P.258
■If the tire pressure warning light fre-
quently comes on after blinking for 1
minute
If the tire pressure wa rning light frequently
comes on after blinking for 1 minute when
the engine switch is turned to IGNITION
ON mode, have it checked by your Lexus
dealer.
■Warning buzzer
In some cases, the buzzer may not be heard
due to being in a noisy location or audio
sound.
WARNING
■If both the ABS and the brake system
warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immedi-
ately and contact your Lexus dealer. The
vehicle will become extremely unstable
during braking, and the ABS system may
fail, which could cause an accident
resulting in death or serious injury.
■When the electric power steering
system warning light comes on
The steering wheel may become
extremely heavy.
When steering wheel operations are
heavier than usual, grip the steering
wheel firmly and operate it using more
force than usual.
■If the tire pressure warning light
comes on
Be sure to observe the following precau-
tions. Failure to do so could cause a loss
of vehicle control and result in death or
serious injury.
●Stop your vehicle in a safe place as
soon as possible. Adjust the tire infla-
tion pressure immediately.
●If the tire pressure warning light comes
on even after tire inflation pressure
adjustment, it is prob able that you have
a flat tire. Check the tire s. If a tire is flat,
change it with the spare tire and have
the flat tire repaired by the nearest
Lexus dealer.
●Avoid abrupt maneuvering and brak-
ing. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you
could lose control of the steering
wheel or the brakes.
■If a blowout or sudden air leakage
should occur
The tire pressure warning system may
not activate immediately.
■Maintenance of the tires
Each tire, including the spare (if pro-
vided), should be checked monthly when
cold and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufac-
turer on the vehicle placard or tire infla-
tion pressure label (tire and load
information label). (If your vehicle has
tires of a different size than the size indi-
cated on the vehicle placard or tire infla-
tion pressure label [tire and load
information label], you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires.)
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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
3208-1. Specifications
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■Spark plug
*: The fluid capacity is a reference quantity.If replacement is necessary, contact your Lexus dealer.
Ignition system (spark plug)
RC350/RC300 AWDRC300
MakeDENSO FK20HBR8NGK DILFR7K9G
Gap0.031 in. (0.8 mm)0.035 in. (0.9 mm)
NOTICE
■Iridium-tipped spark plugs
Use only iridium-tipped spark plugs. Do not adjust the spark plug gap.
Electrical system (battery)
Open voltage at 68°F (20°C):
12.3 V or higher
If the voltage is lower than the standard value,
charge the battery.
(Voltage is checked 20 minutes after the engine
and all lights are turned off.)
Charging rates5 A max.
Automatic transmission
Fluid capacity*
RC350
10.0 qt. (9.5 L, 8.4 Imp. qt.)
RC350 AWD/RC300 AWD
10.6 qt. (10.0 L, 8.8 Imp. qt.)
RC300
9.2 qt. (8.7 L, 7.7 Imp. qt.)
Fluid typeToyota Genuine ATF WS
NOTICE
■Automatic transmission fluid type
Using transmission fluid other than “Toyota Genuine ATF WS” may ca use deterioration in
shift quality, locking up of your transmission accompanied by vibration, and ultimately
damage the transmission of your vehicle.
3711-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
If you cannot release the shift lever by
depressing the brake pedal with the engine
switch in IGNITION ON mode. (
P.129)
It is locked automatically to prevent
theft of the vehicle. ( P.125)
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.111)
The auto power off function will be
operated if the vehicle is left in
ACCESSORY or IGNITION ON
mode (the engine is not running) for
a period of time. ( P.127)
The seat belt reminder light is flash-
ing
Are the driver and the front passenger
wearing the seat belts? (
P.286)
The parking brake indicator is on
Is the parking brake released? ( P.134)
Depending on the situation, other
types of warning buzzer may also
sound. (P.282, 290)
Did anyone inside the vehicle open
a door during setting the alarm?
The sensor detects it and the alarm sounds.
(
P.58)
Do one of the following to deactivate
or stop the alarm:
Unlock the doors.
Open the trunk using the entry
function or wireless remote control.
Turn the engine switch to ACCES-
SORY or IGNITION ON mode, or
start the engine.
Is the message displayed on the
multi-information display?
Check the message on the multi-informa-
tion display. (
P.290)
When a warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed, refer
to P.282, 290.
The steering wheel cannot be
turned after the engine is
stopped
The windows do not open or
close by operating the power
window switches
The engine switch is turned off
automatically
A warning buzzer sounds during
driving
An alarm is activated and the
horn sounds
A warning buzzer sounds when
leaving the vehicle
A warning light turns on or a
warning message is displayed
376Alphabetical Index
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Checking .......................................................250
Preparing and checking before winter .... 196
Engine coolant temperature gauge ....... 66
Engine immobilizer system .........................57
Engine oil Capacity .......................................................... 318
Checking ....................................................... 248
Preparing and checking before winter ....196
Warning light ............................................... 283
Engine oil maintenance data .................. 250
Engine oil pressure gauge ...........................74
Engine oil temperature gauge ...................74
Engine switch ..................................................125 Auto power off function ........................... 127
Changing the engine switch modes.. 126
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 274
EPS (Electric Power Steering) ................192 Warning light ............................................... 284
Event data recorder (EDR) ............................6
F
First-aid kit storage belt ..............................219
Flat tire Tire pressure warning system .............258
Vehicles with a spare tire ...................... 294
Floor mats ...........................................................22
Fluid Automatic transmission .......................... 320
Brake...................................................... 252, 321
Washer ........................................................... 254
Footwell light ...................................................215
Front passenger occupant classification system .............................................................. 36
Front position lights Wattage.......................................................... 326
Front seats Adjustment....................................................... 97
Cleaning......................................................... 235
Correct driving posture .............................23 Driving position memory ........................ 100
Head restraints............................................. 103
Memory recall function............................ 102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Seat heaters .................................................... 212
Seat position memory ..............................100
Seat ventilators .............................................. 212
Front side marker light Light switch .................................................... 136
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ................................270
Turn signal lever .......................................... 133
Wattage ..........................................................326
Fuel Capacity .......................................................... 318
Fuel gauge ........................................................ 66
Fuel pump shut off system...................... 281
Information .................................................... 327
Refueling.......................................................... 148
Type ................................................................... 318
Warning light .............................................. 286
Fuel consumption Average fuel economy .............................. 72
Current fuel consumption ........................ 72
Fuel filler door If the fuel filler door cannot be opened ....
303
Refueling.......................................................... 148
Fuel gauge ......................................................... 66
Fuel pump shut off system..........................281
Fuses ..................................................................267
G
Garage door opener ................................. 222
Gauges ............................................................... 66
Gear Position ................................................... 75
G-force................................................................74
Glove box ......................................................... 217
Glove box light ...............................................218
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H
Head restraints .............................................. 103
Headlight aim ................................................ 269
Headlights Automatic High Beam system............. 138
Light switch .....................................................136
Replacing light bulbs................................ 270
Wattage.......................................................... 326
Heated steering wheel ................................ 212
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ...205
Heated steering wheel.............................. 212
Outside rear view mirrors ....................209
Seat heaters .................................................... 212
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs................................ 270
Hill-start assist control .................................192
Hood Open ............................................................... 245
Hooks Cargo hooks.................................................. 219
Coat hooks ................................................... 220
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ....................................................................107
I
I/M test ............................................................ 242
Identification Engine ............................................................... 317
Vehicle ..............................................................316
Ignition switch (engine switch).................125 Auto power off function ........................... 127
Changing the engine switch modes.. 126
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 274
Illuminated entry system ............................. 216
Indicators ........................................................... 64
Initialization Items to initialize ......................................... 349
Maintenance ................................... 238, 250
Power windows............................................. 110 Tire pressure warning system ............ 260
Inside rear view mirror ................................107
Instrument panel light co ntrol ..................... 71
Intercooler...................................................... 252
Intercooler coolant Capacity .......................................................... 319
Checking ...................................................... 250
Interior lights....................................................215 Front interior light ....................................... 215
Rear interior light......................................... 215
Intuitive parking assist Warning message ...................................... 178
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ............................245
Vehicle-equipped jack ........................... 294
Jack handle .................................................... 294
Jam protection function Moon roof ........................................................ 113
Power windows ............................................. 110
K
Keyless entrySmart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 93
Wireless remote control ...........................84
Keys Battery-saving function.............................. 94
Electronic key ................................................. 82
Engine switch ................................................ 125
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 304
If you lose your keys ................................ 303
Key number plate ......................................... 82
Keyless entry ..........................................86, 93
Mechanical key .............................................. 82
Replacing the battery ...............................265
Warning buzzer ............................................ 93
Wireless remote control ...........................84
Knee airbags .................................................... 28
3791-1. What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
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Multi-information display .............................. 71 Audio system-linked display................... 75
Boost gauge.....................................................74
Drive information ...........................................72
Drive information 1/Drive information 2/Drive information 3..............................72
Driving assist system information display 76
Dynamic radar cruise control .............. 168
Eco Driving Indicator ..................................73
Engine oil pressure gauge ........................74
Engine oil temperature gauge ................74
Gear Position ................................................. 75
G-force...............................................................74
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..........................................................163
Menu icons .......................................................72
Meter control switches ...............................72
Navigation system-linked display ........ 75
Settings .............................................................. 76
Tire pressure ....................................... 75, 258
Units .................................................................... 75
Vehicle sway warning ................................ 75
Warning message display ....................... 76
Warning messages ..................................290
N
Navigation system-linked display.............75
Noise from under vehicle .............................. 5
O
“ODO TRIP” switch ...................................... 70
Odometer ......................................................... 70
Odometer and trip meter display “ODO TRIP” switch .................................... 70
Oil Engine oil ........................................................ 318
Front differential oil ..................................... 321
Rear differential oil ...................................... 321
Opener Fuel filler door............................................... 148 Hood ................................................................245
Trunk ...................................................................90
Outer foot lights Location ........................................................... 215
Outside rear view mirrors Adjustment ..................................................... 108
Folding.............................................................. 109
Linked mirror function when reversing ....
109
Mirror position memory ..........................100
Outside rear view mirror defoggers209
Outside temperature.................................... 66
Overheating .................................................. 309
P
Paddle shift switches ........................... 130, 131
Panic mode ....................................................... 84
Parking brake Operation ........................................................134
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer134
Warning light ...............................................284
Warning message .......................................134
Parking lights Light switch .................................................... 136
Replacing light bulbs ................................270
PCS (Pre-Collision System) Function ........................................................... 154
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 156
Warning light .............................................. 285
Warning message ..........................160, 290
Personal lights.................................................215
Power control unit coolant Preparing and checking before winter.....196
Power easy access system ....................... 100
Power outlet .................................................. 220
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system) ............................................................192 Warning light ...............................................284
Power windows Door lock linked window operation ..... 111