2019 LEXUS RCF brake

456 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U * 1
: Parking brake engaged warning buzzer (RC350/RC300):
 P. 464
* 2
: Open door warning buzzer:
 P. 462
* 3
: Driver’s seat belt buzzer:
The driver’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the driver that his or her seat belt is not
fastened. Once the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode, the buzzer
sounds for 6 seconds. If the vehicle reaches a speed of 12 mph (20 km/h), the buzzer
sounds once. If the seat belt is still unfast ened after 24 seconds, the buzzer will sound
intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the se at belt is still unfastened, the buzzer will
sound in a different tone for 90 more seconds.
Front passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The front passenger’s seat belt buzzer soun ds to alert the front passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer so unds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 se conds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different to ne for 90 more seconds.
Rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer:
The rear passenger’s seat belt buzzer sounds to alert the rear passenger that his or
her seat belt is not fastened. The buzzer so unds once if the vehicle reaches a speed of
12 mph (20 km/h). If the seat belt is still unfastened after 24 se conds, the buzzer will
sound intermittently for 6 seconds. Then, if the seat belt is still unfastened, the buzzer
will sound in a different tone for 24 more seconds.

458 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U WARNING ■
If both the ABS and the brake sy stem warning lights remain on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place immediat ely and contact your Lexus dealer. The vehi-
cle will become extremely unstable during br aking, and the ABS system may fail, which
could cause an accident resultin g 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 precaution s. Failure to do so could cause a loss of
vehicle control and result in death or serious injury.
Vehicles with a spare tire ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you have a flat tire . Check the tires. 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 braking. If the vehicle tires deteriorate, you could lose
control of the steering wheel or the brakes. 
Vehicles with an emergency tire puncture repair kit ●
Stop your vehicle in a safe place as soon as possible. Adjust the tire inflation pressure
immediately. ●
If the tire pressure warning light comes on even after tire inflation pressure adjust-
ment, it is probable that you ha ve a flat tire. Check the tires. If a tire is flat, repair the
flat tire by using emergency tire puncture repair kit. ●
Avoid abrupt maneuvering and braking. 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.

4617-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 7
When trouble arises Warning message and warning buzzer list Warning message Details/Actions
Indicates that there is a high possibility of a frontal colli-
sion, or that the pre-collision braking function is operat-
ing
A buzzer also sounds.
 Avoid the collision by decelerating using the brakes
or taking other evasive actions.
Indicates that the engine was stopped with the shift lever
not in P
A buzzer also sounds.
 Shift the shift lever to P.
Indicates that the engine was stopped while driving
A buzzer also sounds.
 Stop the vehicle in a safe place such as the shoulder
of a road.
Indicates that your vehicle is nearing the vehicle ahead
(in vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode)
A buzzer also sounds.
 Slow the vehicle by applying the brakes.(Flashes)
(Flashes)

462 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U Indicates that the vehicle has deviated from the lane
(while the LDA [Lane Departure Alert with steering con-
trol] system is operating)
The lane line on the side the vehicle has deviated from
flashes in amber.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Check around the vehicle and back to inside of the
lane lines.
Indicates that:
• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning
A buzzer also sounds.
 Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and
contact your Lexus dealer. Continuing to drive the
vehicle may be dangerous.
Indicates that one or more of the doors is not fully closed
The system also indicates which doors are not fully
closed.
If the vehicle reaches a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h),
flashes and a buzzer sounds to indicate
that the door(s) are not yet fully closed.
 Make sure that both side doors are closed.Warning message Details/Actions(Flashes)
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (Flashes)

464 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U Indicates a malfunction in th e EPS (Electric Power Steer-
ing) system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the vehicle is being driven at 3 mph (5
km/h) or more with the pa rking brake still engaged.
A buzzer also sounds.
 Release the parking brake.Warning message Details/Actions
(U.S.A.) (Canada) (Flashes)

4677-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 7
When trouble arises Indicates a malfunction in:
• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high
A buzzer also sounds.
 P. 526Warning message Details/Actions(U.S.A.) (Canada)

4757-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 7
When trouble arises Indicates a malfunction in the Brake Override System
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspecte d by your Lexus dealer
immediately.
Indicates that engine oil level is low
This message may ap pear if the vehicle is stopped on a
slope. Move the vehicle to a level surface and check to
see if the message disappears.
 Check the level of engine oil, and add if necessary.
RC F
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The automatic headlight leveling system; or
• The Automatic High Beam system; or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.Warning message Details/Actions

476 7-2. Steps to take in an emergency
RC F_U 
RC350/RC300
Indicates a malfunction in:
• The automatic headlight leveling system; or
• The AFS (Adaptive Front-lighting System)
(if equipped); or
• The Automatic High Beam system; or
• The LED headlight system
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer.
Indicates that the brake pads are worn out
A buzzer also sounds.
 Have the vehicle inspected visually by your Lexus
dealer.Warning message Details/Actions(U.S.A.)
(If equipped) (Canada)