
752-1. Instrument cluster
2
Vehicle status information and indicators
Speed Setting*
Select to set the desired vehicle speed at 
which the speed indicato r will begin to be 
displayed.
*: Always observe the legal speed limit  when driving on public roads.
■Clock ( P.64)
Select to switch between 12-hour dis-
play and 24-hour display.
■Vehicle Settings
 Scheduled Maintenance ( P.240)
Select to reset th e message indicating 
maintenance is required , after the required 
maintenance is performed.
 Oil maintenance ( P.252)
Select to reset the en gine oil maintenance 
information (message indicating mainte-
nance is required and distance until the 
next oil change) after engine oil mainte-
nance is performed.
■Meter settings
 Language
Select to change the  language on the dis-
play.
 Units
Select to change the  units of measure dis-
played.
 Eco Driving Indicator Light 
(  P.72)
Select to enable/disable the Eco Driving 
Indicator Light.
 Switch settings (except F 
SPORT models)
Displays a procedure to register a desired 
screen to 
.
You can register 1 screen as a shortcut, 
which can be displayed by pressing 
.
 Drive information screen ( P.71)
Select to choose between 2 items that will 
be displayed on each  drive information 
screen (“Drive info 1”, “Drive Info 2” and 
“Drive Info 3”) respectively.
 Pop-up display ( P.68)
Select to enable/disable the pop-up dis-
play.
• Intersection guidance (if equipped)
• Incoming calls
• Audio Feedback (F SPORT)
• Volume Feedback (F SPORT)
• Brightness adjustment
Color (except F SPORT models)
Select to set the color of the cursor on the 
multi-information display.
Needle (F SPORT models)
Select to set the tachometer needle color.
Rev indicator (F SPORT models) 
( P.67)
• Select to enable/disable the Rev indica-
tor.
• Select to set the desired engine speed at  which the Rev indicator will begin to be 
displayed.
 Rev peak (F SPORT models) 
( P.67)
Select to enable/disable the Rev peak.
Default setting
Select to reset the meter display settings to 
the default setting.
■Background color of the indicator/shift 
position display area (except F SPORT 
models)
The background color of the indicator/shift  

2526-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
RC300
1
Remove the oil filler cap by turning 
it counterclockwise.
2
Add engine oil slowly, checking the 
dipstick.
3
Install the oil filler cap by turning it 
clockwise.
■Engine oil consumption
A certain amount of engine oil will be con-
sumed while driving. In the following situa-
tions, oil consumption may increase, and 
engine oil may need to be refilled in 
between oil maintenance intervals.
●When the engine is new, for example 
directly after purchasing the vehicle or 
after replacing the engine
●If low quality oil or oil of an inappropriate 
viscosity is used
●When driving at high engine speeds or 
with a heavy load, or when driving while 
accelerating or decelerating frequently
●When leaving the engine idling for a long 
time, or when driving frequently through 
heavy traffic
■After changing the engine oil
The engine oil maintenance data should be 
reset. Perform the following procedures:
1
Select   on the multi-information dis-
play. ( P.74)
2
Press the   or   meter control 
switch on the steering wheel to select 
“Vehicle Settings” then “Oil Mainte-
nance”. (To confirm setting, press  .) 3
Select “Yes” and then press  .
4
A message is displayed on the 
multi-information display.
The coolant level is satisfactory if it is 
between the “FULL” and “LOW” lines 
WARNING
■Used engine oil
●Used engine oil contains potentially 
harmful contaminants which may 
cause skin disorders such as inflamma-
tion and skin cancer, so care should be 
taken to avoid prolonged and 
repeated contact. To remove used 
engine oil from your skin, wash thor-
oughly with soap and water.
●Dispose of used oil and filters only in a 
safe and acceptable manner. Do not 
dispose of used oil and filters in house-
hold trash, in sewers or onto the 
ground. Call your Lexus dealer, ser-
vice station or auto parts store for 
information concerning recycling or 
disposal.
●Do not leave used engine oil within the 
reach of children.
NOTICE
■To prevent serious engine damage
Check the oil level on a regular basis.
■When replacing the engine oil
●Be careful not to spill engine oil on the 
vehicle components.
●Avoid overfilling, or the engine could 
be damaged.
●Check the oil level on the dipstick 
every time you refill the vehicle.
●Be sure the engine o il filler cap is prop-
erly tightened.
Checking the coolant 

3067-2. Steps to take in an emergency
■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.57)
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 
and opening the trunk 

3438-2. Customization
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Vehicle specifications
*1: For details about each function: P.74
*2: The default setting varies according to country.
*3:Except F SPORT models
*4: Some status screens cannot be registered (i ndicated on the multi-information display)
*5:F SPORT models
*6: Always observe the legal speed limit when driving on public roads.
*7: On multi-information display
■Door lock (P.86, 89, 306)
Rev indicator*55000 r/min.
Select to set the 
desired engine 
speed at which the  Rev indicator will  begin to be dis- played.
—O—
Off
Rev peak*5OnOff—O—
Speed indicator*5OffOn—O—
Speed indicator settings*575 mph (120 km/h)
30 mph to 100 mph (50 km/h to 
160km/h)
*6—O—
Eco Driving Indicator LightOnOff—O—
Clock*712-hour display24-hour display—O—
Function*1Default settingCustomized settingABC
FunctionDefault settingCustomized setting
Unlocking using a mechani-
cal key
Driver’s door 
unlocked in one 
step, both side doors  unlocked in two  steps
Both side doors 
unlocked in one step——O
Automatic door lock
Shifting the shift 
lever to position  other than P
Off
O—OVehicle speed is 
approximately 12 
mph (20 km/h) or  higher
ABC 

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 

380Alphabetical Index
Replacing the battery............................... 267
Warning buzzer ............................................ 93
Wireless remote control........................... 84
Knee airbags .................................................... 28
L
Lane Departure Alert wi th steering control 
(LDA) Operation........................................................163
Warning messages ................................... 168
Language (multi-information display) ....74
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering  control)Operation........................................................163
Warning messages ................................... 168
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering  control) switch .............................................165
LDH (Lexus Dynamic Handling system) ............................................................................195
Lever Auxiliary catch lever ................................. 247
Hood lock release lever......................... 247
Shift lever.......................................................... 129
Turn signal lever ...........................................134
Wiper lever..................................................... 142
Lexus Dynamic Handling system (LDH) ............................................................................195
Lexus Enform Safety Connect.................. 52
Lexus Safety System + Automatic High Beam ..............................139
Dynamic radar cruise control ...............170
LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering control) ..........................................................163
PCS (Pre-Collision System)................. 156
License plate lights Light switch ..................................................... 137
Replacing light bulbs.................................272
Light Wattage.......................................................... 328
Light bulbs Replacing ........................................................272 Lights
Automatic High Beam system ............. 139
Front interior lights ...................................... 217
Headlight switch...........................................137
Interior lights ................................................... 217
Interior lights list ............................................ 217
Personal lights .............................................. 218
Rear interior lights ....................................... 217
Replacing light bulbs ................................ 272
Trunk light ...........................................................91
Turn signal lever ...........................................134
Vanity lights .................................................. 223
Wattage ..........................................................328
Lock steering column ..................................125
M
Maintenance Do-it-yourself maintenance .................245
General maintenance ...............................241
Maintenance date ....................................... 318
Maintenance requirements ..................240
Malfunction indicator la mp ..................... 285
Master warning light .................................. 289
Menu icons........................................................ 70
Meter Changing the main meter location...... 67
Clock................................................................... 64
Indicators........................................................... 62
Instrument panel light control................. 69
Meters................................................................. 64
Multi-information display .......................... 69
Settings............................................................... 74
Units..................................................................... 73
Warning lights .............................................284
Warning messages................................... 292
Micro dust and pollen filter ........................ 211
Mirrors Inside rear view mirror ............................. 107
Outside rear view mirror defoggers .. 211
Outside rear view mirrors...................... 108
Vanity mirrors .............................................. 223