![LEXUS RC300 2020  Owners Manual 682-1. Instrument cluster
outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer 
than normal to change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds  (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
 LEXUS RC300 2020  Owners Manual 682-1. Instrument cluster
outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer 
than normal to change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds  (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])](/manual-img/36/58950/w960_58950-67.png)
682-1. Instrument cluster
outside temperature may not be dis-
played, or the display may take longer 
than normal to change:
• When stopped, or driving at low speeds  (less than 12 mph [20 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has 
changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of 
a garage, tunnel, etc.)
●When “_ _”or “E” is displayed, the system 
may be malfunctioning.
Take your vehicle to your Lexus dealer.
■Pop-up display
●In some situations, su ch as when a switch 
operation is performed, a pop-up display 
will be temporarily displayed on the 
multi-information display or the odome-
ter/trip meter screen (F SPORT models).
●Some pop-up displays can be set on/off. 
(  P.74)
■Customization
The meter display can be customized on 
the multi-information display. ( P.341)
■Display items
 Odometer
Displays the total distance the vehicle has 
been driven.
Trip meter A/trip meter B
Displays the distance the vehicle has been 
driven since the meter was last reset. Trip 
meters A and B can be used to record and 
display different distances independently.
Distance until next engine oil 
change
Displays the distance the vehicle can be 
driven until an oil change is necessary.
■Changing the display
Each time the “ODO TRIP” switch is 
pressed, the displayed item will be 
changed. When the trip meter is dis-
played, pressing and holding the switch 
will reset the trip meter.
WARNING
■The information display at low tem-
peratures
Allow the interior of the vehicle to warm 
up before using the liquid crystal infor-
mation display. At extremely low tem-
peratures, the information display 
monitor may respond slowly, and display 
changes may be delayed.
For example, there is a lag between the 
driver’s shifting and the new gear number 
appearing on the display. This lag could 
cause the driver to downshift again, 
causing rapid and excessive engine brak-
ing and possibly an accident resulting in 
death or injury.
NOTICE
■To prevent damage to the engine and 
its components
●Do not let the indicator needle of the 
tachometer enter the red zone, which 
indicates the maximum engine speed.
●The engine may be overheating if the 
engine coolant temperature gauge is 
in the red zone (H).  In this case, imme-
diately stop the vehicle in a safe place, 
and check the engine after it has 
cooled completely. ( P.311)
Odometer and trip meter dis-
play 

752-1. Instrument cluster
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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  

2406-2. Maintenance
6-2.Maintenance
■Repair and replacement
It is recommended that genuine Lexus parts 
be used for repairs to ensure performance 
of each system. If non-Lexus parts are used 
in replacement or if a repair shop other than 
a Lexus dealer perfor ms repairs, confirm 
the warranty coverage.
■Allow inspection and repairs to be per-
formed by a Lexus dealer
●Lexus technicians are well-trained spe-
cialists and are kept up to date with the 
latest service information. They are well 
informed about the operations of all sys-
tems on your vehicle.
●Keep a copy of the repa ir order. It proves 
that the maintenance that has been per-
formed is under warra nty coverage. If any 
problem should arise while your vehicle is 
under warranty, your Lexus dealer will 
promptly take care of it.
General maintenance should be per-
formed on a daily basis. This can be 
done by yourself or by a Lexus dealer.
Scheduled maintenance should be 
performed at specified intervals 
according to the maintenance sched-
ule.
For details about ma intenance items and 
schedules, refer to the “Warranty and Ser-
vice Guide”, “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” or “Scheduled Maintenance”.
■Resetting the message indicating main-
tenance is required
After the required maintenance is pre-
formed according to the maintenance 
schedule, please reset the message.
To reset the message, follow the procedures 
described below:
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 “Scheduled 
Maintenance requirements
To ensure safe and economical driv-
ing, day-to-day care and regular 
maintenance are essential. It is the 
owner’s responsibility to perform 
regular checks. Lexus recommends 
the maintenance below.
WARNING
■If your vehicle is not properly main-
tained
Improper maintenanc e could result in 
serious damage to the vehicle and possi-
ble death or serious injury.
■Handling of the battery
●Engine exhaust, some of its constitu-
ents, and a wide variety of automobile 
components contain or emit chemicals 
known to the State of California to 
cause cancer and birth defects and 
other reproductive harm. Work in a 
well ventilated area.
●Oils, fuels and fluids contained in vehi-
cles as well as waste produced by 
component wear contain or emit 
chemicals known to the State of Cali-
fornia to cause cancer and birth 
defects or other reproductive harm. 
Avoid exposure and wash any affected 
area immediately.
●Battery posts, terminals and related 
accessories contain lead and lead 
compounds which are known to cause 
brain damage. Wash your hands after 
handling. ( P.255)
General maintenance
Scheduled maintenance 

2416-2. Maintenance
6
Maintenance and care
Maintenance”. (To confirm setting, 
press .)
3
Select “Yes” and then press  .
4
A message will be  displayed on the 
multi-information display when the 
reset procedure has been completed.
You can perform some maintenance 
procedures by yourself.
Please be aware that do-it-yourself 
maintenance may affect warranty cov-
erage.
The use of Lexus repair manuals is recom-
mended.
For details about warranty coverage, refer 
to the separate “Owner’s Guide”, “War-
ranty and Service Guide”, “Owner’s Man-
ual Supplement” or “Warranty Booklet”.
Do-it-yourself maintenance
General maintenance
Listed below are the general main-
tenance items that should be per-
formed at the intervals specified in 
the “Warranty and Service Guide” 
or “Owner’s Manual Supplement”. 
It is recommended that any prob-
lem you notice should be brought to 
the attention of your Lexus dealer 
or qualified service shop for advice.
WARNING
■If the engine is running
Turn the engine off and ensure that there 
is adequate ventilati on before perform-
ing maintenance checks.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
Battery
Check the indicator (if 
equipped) and con-
nections. ( P.255)
Brake fluid
Is the brake fluid at the 
correct level? 
( P.254)
Engine/inter-
cooler coolant
Is the engine/inter-
cooler coolant at the 
correct level? 
( P.252)
Engine oil
Is the engine oil at the 
correct level? 
( P.250)
Exhaust system
There should not be 
any fumes or strange 
sounds. 

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 

2947-2. Steps to take in an emergency
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.284)
*: 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.154, 287)
●PCS (Pre-Collision System)
●LDA (Lane Departure Alert with steering 
control)
●Automatic High Beam
●Dynamic radar cruise control
■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.240)
*: 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.240)
*: 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 

2957-2. Steps to take in an emergency
7
When trouble arises
tenance” or “Owner’s Manual Supple-
ment” for the maintenance interval 
applicable to your vehicle.
■If “Oil Maintenance Required Soon” is 
displayed
Indicates that the engine oil is scheduled to 
be changed. (The indicator will not work 
properly unless the oil maintenance data 
has been reset.)
Check the engine oil, and change if neces-
sary. After changing the engine oil, the oil 
change system shou ld be reset. (P.252)
■If “Oil Maintenance Required” is dis-
played
Indicates that the engine oil should be 
changed. (After the engine oil is changed 
and the oil maintenance data has been 
reset.)
Check and change the en gine oil, and oil fil-
ter by your Lexus deal er. After changing the 
engine oil, the oil change system should be 
reset. ( P.252)
■If a message that indicates the need for 
visiting your Lexus dealer is displayed
The system or part shown on the 
multi-information display is malfunctioning. 
Have the vehicle inspected by your Lexus 
dealer immediately.
■If “See Owner’s Manual” is displayed
●If the following messages are shown, fol-
lowing the instructions, accordingly.
• “Engine Coolant Temp High” ( P.311)
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-information display, it 
may indicate a malfunction. Have the 
vehicle inspected by your Lexus dealer 
immediately.
• “Braking Power Low”
• “Access System with Elec. Key Malfunc- tion”
●If any of the following messages are 
shown on the multi-information display, it 
may indicate a malfunction. Immediately 
stop the vehicle and contact your Lexus 
dealer.
• “Oil Pressure Low”
• “Charging System Malfunction” NOTICE
■“High Power Consumption Partial 
Limit On AC/Heater Operation” is 
frequently shown
There is a possible malfunction relating 
to the charging system or the battery 
may be deteriorating. Have the vehicle 
inspected by your Lexus dealer.