2020 LEXUS RC300 key battery

3087-2. Steps to take in an emergency
changed each time the switch is pressed.
( P.127)
If you have a set of jumper (or booster)
cables and a second vehicle with a
12-volt battery, you can jump start your
vehicle by following the steps below.
1 Confirm that the electronic key is
being carried.
When connecting the jumper (or booster)
cables, depending on the situation, the
alarm may activate and doors locked.
( P.58)
2 Open the hood. ( P.247)
If the vehicle battery is dis-
charged
The following procedures may be
used to start the engine if the vehi-
cle’s battery is discharged.
You can also call your Lexus dealer
or a qualified repair shop.
Restarting the engine

3107-2. Steps to take in an emergency
5Open and close any of the door of
your vehicle with the engine switch
off.
6
Maintain the engine speed of the
second vehicle and start the engine
of your vehicle by turning the
engine switch to IGNITION ON
mode.
7
Once the vehicle’s engine has
started, remove the jumper cables
in the exact reverse order from
which they were connected.
Once the engine starts, have the vehi-
cle inspected at your Lexus dealer as
soon as possible.
■Starting the engine when the battery is
discharged
The engine cannot be started by push-start-
ing.
■To prevent battery discharge
●Turn off the headlights and the audio sys-
tem while the engine is off.
●Turn off any unnecessary electrical com-
ponents when the vehicle is running at a
low speed for an extended period, such
as in heavy traffic.
■Charging the battery
The electricity stored in the battery will dis-
charge gradually even when the vehicle is
not in use, due to natural discharge and the
draining effects of certain electrical appli-
ances. If the vehicle is left for a long time,
the battery may discharge, and the engine
may be unable to start. (The battery
recharges automatically during driving.)
■When recharging or replacing the bat-
tery
●In some cases, it may not be possible to
unlock the doors using the smart access
system with push-button start when the
battery is discharged. Use the wireless
remote control or the mechanical key to
lock or unlock the doors.
●The engine may not start on the first
attempt after the battery has recharged
but will start normally after the second
attempt. This is not a malfunction.
●The engine switch mode is memorized by
the vehicle. When the battery is recon-
nected, the system will return to the
mode it was in before the battery was dis-
charged. Before disconnecting the bat-
tery, turn the engine switch off.
If you are unsure wh at mode the engine
switch was in before the battery dis-
charged, be especially careful when
reconnecting the battery.
WARNING
■Avoiding battery fires or explosions
Observe the following precautions to
prevent accidentally igniting the flamma-
ble gas that may be emitted from the bat-
tery:
●Make sure each jumper cable is con-
nected to the correct terminal and that
it is not unintentiona lly in contact with
any other than the intended terminal.
●Do not allow the other end of the
jumper cable connected to the “+” ter-
minal to come into contact with any
other parts or metal surfaces in the
area, such as brackets or unpainted
metal.
●Do not allow the + and - clamps of the
jumper cables to come into contact
with each other.
●Do not smoke, use matches, cigarette
lighters or allow open flame near the
battery.
■Battery precautions
The battery contains poisonous and cor-
rosive acidic electrol yte, while related
parts contain lead and lead compounds.
Observe the following precautions when
handling the battery:

372What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
1-1.What to do if... (Troubleshooting)What to do if... (Troubleshooting)
If you lose your mechanical keys,
new genuine mechanical keys can
be made by your Lexus dealer.
( P.305)
 If you lose your electronic keys, the
risk of vehicle theft increases signifi-
cantly. Contact your Lexus dealer
immediately. ( P.305)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted? ( P.267)
 Is the engine switch in IGNITION
ON mode?
When locking the doors, turn the engine
switch off. ( P.127)
 Is the electronic key left inside the
vehicle?
When locking the doors, make sure that
you have the electronic key on your per-
son.
The function may not operate prop-
erly due to the condition of the radio
wave. ( P.94)
 The function to prevent the elec-
tronic key from being left inside the
trunk will operate and you can open
the trunk as usual. Take the key out
from the trunk. ( P.91)
 Did you press the engine switch
while firmly depressing the brake
pedal? ( P.125)
 Is the shift lever in P? ( P.125)
 Is the electronic key anywhere
detectable inside the vehicle?
( P.93)
 Is the steering wheel unlocked?
( P.125)
 Is the electronic key battery weak or
depleted?
In this case, the engine can be started in a
temporary way. ( P.307)
 Is the battery discharged?
( P.308)
If you have a problem, check the
following before contacting your
Lexus dealer.
The doors cannot be locked,
unlocked, opened or closed
You lose your keys
The electronic key does not
operate properly
The doors cannot be locked or
unlocked
The trunk lid is closed with the
electronic key left inside
If you think something is wrong
The engine does not start
The shift lever cannot be shifted
from P even if you depress the
brake pedal

375Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index
A
A/CAir conditioning filter ............................... 266
Automatic air conditioning system ... 207
Micro dust and pollen filter.......................211
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................194 Warning light ...............................................285
Active Sound Control (ASC) ..................135
Adaptive Variable Suspension System 194
Air conditioning filter ................................. 266
Air conditioning system Air conditioning filter ............................... 266
Automatic air conditioning system ... 207
Micro dust and pollen filter.......................211
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 ......................................285
Alarm ....................................................................57 Warning buzzer ......................................... 284
Anchor brackets .......................................41, 49
Antennas (smart access system with push-button start)........................................ 93
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................194 Warning light ...............................................285 Approach warning........................................ 175
ASC (Active Sound Control) ..................135
Assist grips ..................................................... 222
Audio system-linked display .......................74
Automatic air conditioning system ...... 207
Automatic headlight leveling system ... 138
Automatic High Beam ................................139
Automatic light control system................ 137
Automatic transmission ..............................129
M mode ............................................................132
Paddle shift switches ......................... 131, 132
Snow mode...................................................... 131
Average fuel economy................................... 71
Average vehicle speed .................................. 71
B
Back-up light Replacing light bulbs ................................ 272
Wattage ..........................................................328
Battery Battery checking ........................................255
If the battery is discharged ................... 308
Preparing and checking before winter........................................................................... 198
Warning light ...............................................284
Blind Spot Monitor (BSM)........................ 184
Boost gauge.......................................................72
Brake Fluid................................................................... 323
Parking brake ............................................... 135
Warning light ...............................................284
Brake assist ......................................................194
Break-in tips...................................................... 117
Brightness control Instrument panel light control................. 69
BSM (Blind Spot Monitor)........................ 184
C
Card key ............................................................ 82
Care Aluminum wheels ...................................... 234

376Alphabetical Index
Exterior ........................................................... 234
Interior ............................................................. 237
Seat belts........................................................ 237
Cargo capacity...............................................123
Cargo hooks ................................................... 221
Center Display ............................................. 204
Chains ................................................................199
Child restraint system Child seats definition................................... 40
Child seats installation........................ 44, 47
Front passenger occupant classification system ............................................................. 36
Installing a CRS to the front passenger seat ....................................................................42
Installing CRS with LATCH anchors . 48
Installing CRS with top tether strap.....50
Riding with children ..................................... 40
Types of child restraint system installation method ............................................................. 41
Using an anchor bracket .......................... 49
Child safety Airbag precautions.......................................32
Battery precautions ....................... 256, 310
Child restraint system.......................... 40, 41
Heated steering wheel or seat heater precautions.................................................. 214
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 ...............................................................268
Seat belt extender precautions ............. 25
Seat belt precautions .................................. 40
Trunk precautions ........................................ 89
Cleaning Aluminum wheels ...................................... 234
Exterior ........................................................... 234
Interior ............................................................. 237
Radar sensor..................................................152
Seat belts........................................................ 237 Clock ........................................................ 64, 222
Clock settings ............................................... 222
Coat hooks..................................................... 222
Compass ......................................................... 229
Condenser ..................................................... 254
Console box .................................................. 220
Consumption screen ..................................... 77
Cooling system............................................. 252
Engine overheating...................................... 311
Cornering lights ............................................ 138 Replacing light bulbs ................................ 272
Cruise control Dynamic radar cruise control............... 170
Cup holders ................................................... 220
Current fuel consumption ............................ 71
Curtain shield airbags .................................. 28
Customizable features ................................341
D
Daytime running light system ................... 137
Daytime running lights Replacing light bulbs ................................ 272
Defogger Outside rear view mirrors........................ 211
Rear window ................................................... 211
Windshield ....................................................... 211
Differential Front differential oil............. ....................... 323
Rear differential oil......... ..................... ....... 323
Dimension ....................................................... 318
Dinghy towing................................................. 124
Display Center Display ............................................204
Drive information ............................................ 71
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ......................................................... 165
Multi-information display .......................... 69
Warning messages...................................293
Distance until next engine oil change .... 68
Do-it-yourself maintenance ......................241
Door courtesy lights ..................................... 217

377Alphabetical Index
Door lockDoors.................................................................. 86
Smart access system with push-button start ................................................................... 93
Wireless remote control........................... 84
Doors Automatic door lock ing and unlocking
system .............................................................88
Door glasses ................................................... 110
Door lock.......................................................... 86
Open door warning buzzer .........87, 88, 288
Open door warning light ......................288
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 108
Drive distance .................................................... 71
Drive info 1/Drive info 2/Drive info 3...... 71
Drive information ............................................. 71
Driver’s seat position memory Driving position memory........................ 100
Memory recall function ............................102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Drive-start control ......................................... 117
Driving Break-in tips .....................................................117
Correct driving posture .............................23
Driving mode select switch .................... 192
Procedures ...................................................... 116
Winter drive tips.......................................... 198
Driving assist system information display ..............................................................................74
Driving information display .......................... 71
Driving position memory........................... 100 Memory recall function ............................102
Power easy access system .................... 100
Driving range ..................................................... 71
DRS (Dynamic Rear Steering) ................194
Dynamic radar cruise control ..................170 Warning message............ ............... 177, 292
Dynamic Rear Steering (DRS) ................194
E
Eco Driving Indicator.....................................72 Eco Driving Indicator Light .........................72
EDR (Event data recorder) ............................6
Elapsed time ....................................................... 71
Electric Power Steering (EPS) ................194
Warning light .............................................. 286
Electronic key .................................................. 82 Battery-saving function.............................. 94
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 306
Replacing the battery ............................... 267
Emergency flashers .....................................276
Emergency, in case of If a warning buzzer sounds...................284
If a warning light turns on.......................284
If a warning message is displayed ..... 292
If the battery is discharged ................... 308
If the electronic key does not operate properly ...................................................... 306
If the engine will not start....................... 303
If the fuel filler do or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 305
If the vehicle is trapped in rising water .......................................................................... 277
If you have a flat tire ..................................296
If you lose your keys ................................ 305
If you think something is wrong..........282
If your vehicle becomes stuck .............. 315
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................. 276
If your vehicle needs to be towed ..... 279
If your vehicle overheats ........................... 311
Engine ACCESSORY mode................................ 127
Compartment.............................................. 249
Engine switch ................................................ 125
Fuel pump shut off system.....................283
Hood ................................................................ 247
How to start the engine ........................... 125
Identification number ................................ 319
If the engine will not start....................... 303
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an emergency ................................................. 276

379Alphabetical Index
G-force................................................................72
Glove box .........................................................219
Glove box light ............................................. 220
H
Head restraints .............................................. 103
Headlight aim .................................................. 271
HeadlightsAutomatic High Beam system..............139
Light switch ..................................................... 137
Replacing light bulbs.................................272
Wattage.......................................................... 328
Heated steering wheel ................................ 214
Heaters Automatic air conditioning system ... 207
Heated steering wheel.............................. 214
Outside rear view mirrors ........................211
Seat heaters .................................................... 214
High mounted stoplight Replacing light bulbs.................................272
Hill-start assist control .................................194
Hood Open ............................................................... 247
Hooks Cargo hooks.................................................. 221
Coat hooks ....................................................222
Retaining hooks (floor mat)......................22
Horn ....................................................................107
I
I/M test ............................................................ 244
Identification Engine ...............................................................319
Vehicle ............................................................. 318
Ignition switch (engine switch).................125 Auto power off function ...........................128
Changing the engine switch modes.. 127
If your vehicle has to be stopped in an
emergency ................................................ 276
Illuminated entry system .............................218
Indicators ........................................................... 62 Initialization
Items to initialize .......................................... 351
Maintenance.....................................240, 252
Power windows ............................................. 110
Tire pressure warning system ............. 262
Inside rear view mirror ................................107
Instrument panel light control ................... 69
Intercooler...................................................... 254
Intercooler coolant Capacity ...........................................................321
Checking ....................................................... 252
Interior lights.................................................... 217 Front interior light ........................................ 217
Rear interior light.......................................... 217
Intuitive parking assist Warning message ...................................... 180
J
JackPositioning a floor jack ............................ 247
Vehicle-equipped jack ...........................296
Jack handle .................................................... 296
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 ...................................................... 306
If you lose your keys ................................ 305
Key number plate ......................................... 82
Keyless entry ..........................................86, 93
Mechanical key .............................................. 82

382Alphabetical Index
Power control unit coolantPreparing and checking before winter.......................................................................... 198
Power easy access system ....................... 100
Power outlet .................................................. 222
Power steering (Elect ric power steering
system)............................................................194 Warning light ...............................................286
Power windows Door lock linked window operation..... 111
Jam protection function............................. 110
Operation......................................................... 110
Window lock switch ..................................... 111
Pre-Collision System (PCS) Function ........................................................... 156
PCS OFF switch ......................................... 158
Warning light ............................................... 287
Warning message..................................... 292
R
Radar cruise control (dynamic radar cruise control) ...........................................................170
Radiator ........................................................... 254
RCTA Function ........................................................... 184
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) .......... 184
Rear seats .......................................................... 99 Head restraints ............................................ 103
Seat heaters .................................................... 214
Seat ventilators.............................................. 214
Rear side marker lights Light switch ..................................................... 137
Rear turn signal lights Turn signal lever ...........................................134
Wattage.......................................................... 328
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror..............................107
Outside rear view mirrors ..................... 108
Rear window defogger ................................ 211
Refueling Capacity ......................................................... 320
Fuel types....................................................... 320 If the fuel filler do
or cannot be opened
......................................................................... 305
Opening the fuel tank cap ..................... 149
Remote Touch .............................................. 202
Replacing Electronic key battery .............................. 267
Fuses.................................................................269
Light bulbs ..................................................... 272
Tires ..................................................................296
Resetting the message indicating mainte- nance is required ...................................... 240
Rev indicator .....................................................67
Rev peak..............................................................67
S
Seat belt reminder light.............................288
Seat belts............................................................ 24 Automatic Locking Retractor................. 26
Child restraint system installation ..40, 41
Cleaning and maintaining the seat belt.......................................................................... 237
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 .................. 288
Seat belt extender......................................... 25
Seat belt pretensioners .............................. 27
SRS warning light...................................... 285
Seat heaters ..................................................... 214
Seat position memory................................. 100
Seat ventilators ............................................... 214
Seating capacity.............................................123
Seats Adjustment ....................................................... 97
Cleaning ......................................................... 237
Driving position memory ........................ 100
Head restraints............................................. 103
Power easy access system .................... 100
Properly sitting in the seat ........................ 23